Ride & Test / Prototype Engineer

KYB AMERICAS CORPORATION•Franklin, IN

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Ride & Test / Prototype Engineer is responsible for receiving and distributing technical information from the customer and implementing it into Production. This position requires a master level knowledge of the workings of dampers and applying that knowledge towards properly testing all components of the damper. In addition, apply that knowledge to develop ride characteristics to satisfy the customers’ subjective expectations. This position involves strong interaction with the customer with a very subjective evaluation process. In addition to the technical knowledge required, this position requires good communication skills to guide this process to a mutually agreed to end; meeting the customers’ stated goals. He/she will need to work with many personalities under various conditions of urgency and will need to put the goal of meeting the customers’ needs above all.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering or related field from an accredited 4-year institution is preferred or 4-6 years of related work experience may substitute for a college diploma.
3-5 years of experience, ideally related to vehicle dynamic concepts.
Experience with data acquisition and controls is preferred.
Ability to read and interpret prints.
This position requires working knowledge of machine shop equipment, brazing, and welding skills.
Microsoft skillset is required.
Solidworks, Catia or Autodesk experience is preferred.
Must have the ability to communicate effectively both with customers and all departments in the KYB organization.
This position requires the ability to prioritize various job duties/projects and work efficiently under time constraints without direct supervision.
Exceptional problem solving capabilities, organizational skills, interpersonal skills, and a strong work ethic are necessary for this position.
This position requires domestic and/or international travel.

Nice To Haves

Experience with data acquisition and controls is preferred.
Solidworks, Catia or Autodesk experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with customer engineers and technical specialists to develop ride characteristics of customer vehicles
Complete building / rebuilding of shock and strut samples
Perform test measurements of shock and strut samples
Provide detailed reports of customer contacts and implemented designs
Complete initial preparation and closing preparation of ride trailer in the field
Prepare test plans and schedules
Compile, analyze, and report test results to the Design Engineering in a timely manner. Analysis of test results to provide “Decision Ready Information”
Develop new test techniques, adjust current tests, and improve testing processes to reduce product development time
Other liaison assignments with the customer assigned on an as needed basis
Design new test fixtures for new projects
Assist in development of new technologies
Travel to customer sites, both domestic and international
Other duties assigned by immediate Supervisor or Manager on an as needed basis