NVH & Dynamics Test Engineer

Amentum•Detroit, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The VEV NVH & Dynamics Testing department is seeking a PS Test Engineer to support powertrain systems NVH testing for exhaust, driveline, and axle systems in laboratory and vehicle road/track activities. The engineer leads the complete test delivery process, including working with requesters, scheduling and forecasting, test setup, issue resolution, data acquisition, and post-processing. The position is full time at AEC Dearborn facilities and supports Propulsion NVH attribute delivery for ICE, HEV, and BEV applications. The role manages and executes test plans, coordinates with test request organizations and operations staff, and works with technicians to deliver testing. It also includes test setup and rig debugging, data and status reporting, management of laboratory test-cell schedules, and support for test infrastructure efficiency, modernization, and capital projects. Testing must be conducted in accordance with departmental Safety, Quality, and Environmental management requirements. The work is normally eight hours per day, five days per week, Monday through Friday. Flexed time may be needed for weekend testing or project needs. The position is based inside and includes a stated travel/transportation requirement of 25%; travel to customer locations and test fields, potentially by airline, may be required.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Engineering, minimum.
Expertise in mechanical vibration and system dynamics.
Proficiency with NVH data acquisition and signal processing, such as Siemens Test.Lab.
Excellent debugging and troubleshooting skills related to internal combustion engines and electrified powertrains.
Familiarity with ATI Vision and controlling powertrain operation through strategy/calibration.
Strong team and interpersonal skills.
Strong communication and leadership skills.
Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
Positive attitude and self-starter.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Ability to meet the stated physical requirements, including sitting, standing, bending, and stooping.
Ability to wear required safety clothing and equipment, including safety glasses, slip-resistant hardened-toe shoes, gloves, and hearing protection on sites.
Independent personal transportation to the office or work site is required.
Must pass a background check and drug screen.

Nice To Haves

Master of Science in Engineering.

Responsibilities

Lead daily test-plan management and execution.
Interface continuously with test request organizations in the Propulsion NVH department.
Work with test operations unit supervisors and laboratory technicians to carry out test plans.
Work with requesters to ensure test bills of material are complete and delivered.
Participate in CAD reviews to verify test setup fixturing and planning before rig builds.
Lead and support dyno-rig debugging and ensure rigs are operational before NVH data collection.
Document and report daily status, issues, and test delivery during checkpoint reviews.
Follow through on issues and resolve barriers.
Organize, document, and manage laboratory test-cell schedules and forecasts, and report them to test request organizations.
Lead and support test infrastructure efficiency and modernization, including management of major capital projects.
Drive efficiencies with corporate engineering test requirements.
Prepare documentation and communicate for senior-level management reviews.
Lead testing in accordance with departmental Safety, Quality, and Environmental management requirements.