Electronics/Calibration Lab Supervisor

Allison Transmission•Indianapolis, IN

About The Position

As the Test Engineering Supervisor, you will be responsible for the supervision of a highly skilled engineering team in the Test Engineering organization within the Engineering Operations department. You will lead a multitude of product development initiatives, from a test perspective, across multiple propulsion system product lines. As a leader in this team, you will ensure your team's development of reliable, repeatable testing in support of business needs and timing. A person in this position will work closely on a daily basis with internal/external business partners and support personnel. In this role, you will be a valuable part of the team by: Responsible for the day-to-day direct supervision of a team of direct engineering reports Provide decision-making and a high level of independent judgment based on experience and skill Meets Quality Requirements as it pertains to IATF 16949 and serve as the subject matter expert during audits Assists with the planning of test engineer and test cell utilization Conducts performance reviews and assists in the development of test engineers Interfaces and collaborates with Allison Transmission internal resources and business partners Work closely with Product Engineers to make sure test deliverables (information) are completed on-time, to keep them informed of current test status, and resolve priority issues within/across the various product groups Assists test engineers in utilizing a systems engineering approach to design, develop, implement, and execute reliable, repeatable testing in support of business needs and timing Contribute to department continuous improvement activities to increase testing efficiency, reduce cost, and drive high levels of quality Assumes appropriate responsibilities as a member of the assigned product development team Participates in planning and/or status meetings Promotes teamwork on all work related assignments Mains willingness to share professional knowledge and experience with teammates Manages and oversees the execution of product tests Creating, managing, and delivering multiple projects on-time and to budget Assures facilities and support areas are informed, equipped, and prepared to match the flow of test needs Assists with the documentation of test events/results through proofreading and authorizing Test Reports Prepares, or assists in preparation of program bids or requests for cost estimates Observes applicable procedures and practices as delineated in Test Operations Manual, PE Procedures, and Standard Procedures Adheres to and strives to improve the engineering development process Establishes and updates best practices and standardized testing procedures Expense, travel, PO, and RFQ approval for direct reports Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Automotive Engineering or equivalent degree or equivalent experience
Minimum of 5 years of Mechanical/Electrical/Automotive Engineering experience
Ability to lead multiple projects at a time
Proficient in oral and written business communication
Targets and achieves results, sets meaningful goals, prioritizes tasks, provides leadership/motivation
High level of technology experience with industrial controls, data acquisition equipment and systems, and heavy duty test equipment or equivalent experience with industrial systems
High level of analytical ability
High level of interpersonal skills
Ability to set and meet goals for all deliverables
Demonstrated technical ability
Proficiency with computer operations, including Microsoft Office tools
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings required

Nice To Haves

Previous direct report supervision experience
Experience in laboratory test environment
Basic understanding of transmission and powertrain systems
Basic knowledge of automatic transmission operation, clutches, controls (both hydraulic and electrical), hydraulics, gears, electric machines, and hybrid and electrified propulsion systems desired but not required
Troubleshooting experience in electronic controls, mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems preferred
Statistical training highly desired

Responsibilities

Responsible for the day-to-day direct supervision of a team of direct engineering reports
Provide decision-making and a high level of independent judgment based on experience and skill
Meets Quality Requirements as it pertains to IATF 16949 and serve as the subject matter expert during audits
Assists with the planning of test engineer and test cell utilization
Conducts performance reviews and assists in the development of test engineers
Interfaces and collaborates with Allison Transmission internal resources and business partners
Work closely with Product Engineers to make sure test deliverables (information) are completed on-time, to keep them informed of current test status, and resolve priority issues within/across the various product groups
Assists test engineers in utilizing a systems engineering approach to design, develop, implement, and execute reliable, repeatable testing in support of business needs and timing
Contribute to department continuous improvement activities to increase testing efficiency, reduce cost, and drive high levels of quality
Assumes appropriate responsibilities as a member of the assigned product development team
Participates in planning and/or status meetings
Promotes teamwork on all work related assignments
Maintains willingness to share professional knowledge and experience with teammates
Manages and oversees the execution of product tests
Creating, managing, and delivering multiple projects on-time and to budget
Assures facilities and support areas are informed, equipped, and prepared to match the flow of test needs
Assists with the documentation of test events/results through proofreading and authorizing Test Reports
Prepares, or assists in preparation of program bids or requests for cost estimates
Observes applicable procedures and practices as delineated in Test Operations Manual, PE Procedures, and Standard Procedures
Adheres to and strives to improve the engineering development process
Establishes and updates best practices and standardized testing procedures
Expense, travel, PO, and RFQ approval for direct reports
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

Choice of medical plans with prescription coverage
Employer HSA contribution
Dental & Vision Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Short & Long-Term Disability
Other voluntary benefits including: Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Identity Theft Protection and Pet Insurance
401K with generous Company match & contribution
Accrued Paid Time Off
12 Paid Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday
Robust employee wellness program
Tuition assistance program