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Summary:

This role will support automotive reliability engineering test and development activities. Reliability Test Engineers are responsible for validating the vehicle , systems (Body, Chassis, Closures), and sub-systems to meet strength and durability targets with a goal of meeting or exceeding customer expectations. When performance concerns arise during validation testing, you will be responsible for developing appropriate countermeasure plans and work closely with cross-functional departments for implementation of plan.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and support the engineering test activities by applying engineering principles, experiences, and various analysis tools in following established test plans/procedures to test parts/components in area of specialty to determine design feasibility and ensure parts/components meet design acceptance criteria, performance level targets and any applicable regulatory/internal standards.
• Depending on functional area, must perform objective and subjective testing by driving.
• Utilize data acquisition tools to collect data, analyze and report results.
• Conduct vehicle benchmarking for the purpose of target setting.
• Support vehicle tuning and instrument vehicles for objective tests.
• Analyze and resolve problems with moderate level of guidance and direction.
• Negotiate with other departments internally and suppliers externally to meet the spec requirements.
• Coordinate with design and CAE teams to report results and develop countermeasures.
• Search new ways to increase overall efficiency, utilize up-to-date technology.
• Travel to client / test sites required.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 2+ years relevant industry experience.
• Education with the following specialties preferred: Mechanical, Mechanical Technology, Aerospace, Automotive, Manufacturing.
• Minimum 2 yrs experience using Data Acquisition tools.
• Formula SAE (FSAE), BAJA SAE, EcoCar, Mini BAJA SAE, experience
• Hands on experience with wrenching and vehicle instrumentation
• Experience using 3D design tools (CATIA V5/V6) for basic fixture design and layout reviews
• Test track / driving experience required for test driving.