Instrumented Handling Engineer

Stellantis•Chelsea, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Instrumented Handling Test Engineer supports the Vehicle Dynamics development process by performing in-vehicle objective measurements. The selected candidate will be responsible for all aspects of vehicle testing including the coordination and planning of testing, in vehicle test execution, test equipment maintenance /calibration, data processing, analysis and test report generation, maintenance of test results database, refinement of test procedures, and support of global standards, processes, and analysis tools/templates. This position requires consistent adherence to test procedures for handling and stability control test. It involves in-vehicle dynamic limit handling. Travel outside SE Michigan is required, with expected total travel time of 8-14 weeks annually during the cold weather months in Michigan.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering
Minimum of 5 years of work experience
Experience in Chassis component, vehicle dynamics, or in-vehicle instrumented test experience
Experience in MATLAB; ability to modify, maintain, and write code
Comfortable in the control and operation of a vehicle at the limit of handling performance
Comfortable with robotic or software control in the operation of a vehicle
Proficiency with MS Office applications
Experience in data analysis, data mining, and trend analysis
Demonstrated attention to detail
Excellent work ethic with ability to multi-task and manage changing priorities
Affinity for driving vehicles coupled with endurance for repetitive limit handling maneuvers

Nice To Haves

Instrumented Handling / Vehicle Stability Control experience
Proficiency in the control and operation of a vehicle at the limit of handling performance (3rd party driving qualifications / special use license from OEM proving grounds)
Operation experience with in-vehicle steering robots and GPS measurement platforms
MATLAB proficiency
Experience in subjective evaluation of vehicle ride, handling, and steering characteristics
Knowledge of tire characteristics and performance
Knowledge of National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) roll over testing
Knowledge of FMVSS126 / ECE13H certification - Electronic Stability Control (ESC) performance
Background in automotive development including benchmarking, setting functional objectives, vehicle development, and production launch
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills along with excellent organizational skills