Mechanical Development & Validation Engineer (Chassis)

EDAG Mexico•Troy, MI

20d

About The Position

Working together, growing together, creating new things together: EDAG connects people and the future. Company and workforce share the same vision. With a familiar atmosphere and at the same time the potential of a global world-class development company. You‘ll go your own way in your career at a high level – nationally and internationally. Take your next step and support us as a DEVELOPMENT & VALIDATION ENGINEER (CHASSIS). DESCRIPTION Development, co-ordination, planning and execution of Chassis Mechanical development and validation efforts, ranging in scope from component-level to full-vehicle-level, across multiple vehicle programs Identification, installation, and calibration of relevant data-acquisition systems Design/specify relevant fixtures or testing hardware where required Post-process and analyze data; create reports; collaborate with others to assess pass/fail judgements Develop test specifications/methods for unique Chassis validation requirements including ad-hoc testing as required Take charge of HiL activities Provide consultation on the generation of component and system DVP’s (Design Verification Plan) Serve as Chassis liaison in cross-functional validation efforts or other internal functions Work closely with both internal teams and external resources, using creativity and teamwork to validate/develop multiple systems in the most efficient way possible Manage multiple complex projects in a demanding environment Contribute to technology roadmaps for future vehicles

Requirements

Bachelor´s degree or Master´s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
2+ years of automotive industry experience, mostly focused on chassis systems
Excellent problem-solving ability using tendency to resolve using basic principles and data driven action
Hands-on practical experience in prototype development
Competency with data acquisition tools (hardware and software)
Proven 3D CAD skills
Project management skills
Travel domestically and internationally up to 25%, if needed
Knowledge/experience in general data logging and instrumentation methods.
Prototype vehicle test driving experience/certification
Experience and proficiency with CATIA V5/V6
Knowledge of vehicle dynamics principles
Knowledge of NVH principles
Ability to run CAE analysis tools
Driven-vehicle attributes development experience
Some design release engineering experience, to enable appreciation of product development process and how Validation fits into that process.
Fluent English

Responsibilities

Development, co-ordination, planning and execution of Chassis Mechanical development and validation efforts, ranging in scope from component-level to full-vehicle-level, across multiple vehicle programs
Identification, installation, and calibration of relevant data-acquisition systems
Design/specify relevant fixtures or testing hardware where required
Post-process and analyze data; create reports; collaborate with others to assess pass/fail judgements
Develop test specifications/methods for unique Chassis validation requirements including ad-hoc testing as required
Take charge of HiL activities
Provide consultation on the generation of component and system DVP’s (Design Verification Plan)
Serve as Chassis liaison in cross-functional validation efforts or other internal functions
Work closely with both internal teams and external resources, using creativity and teamwork to validate/develop multiple systems in the most efficient way possible
Manage multiple complex projects in a demanding environment
Contribute to technology roadmaps for future vehicles