Validation Engineer

Segula Technologies • Auburn Hills, MI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Do you want to shape the world of tomorrow and work on innovative projects? Then you're a good fit for us! We are a global engineering group with 15,000 employees and 140 locations worldwide. With our services, we are driving the topics of energy efficiency, climate protection and decarbonization and developing tech industries into new dimensions.
In the United States, the world of SEGULA Technologies Experts revolves around industries such as automotive, energy and life sciences. As an independent player, we support OEMs and suppliers with personal engineering services. Take advantage of new opportunities and take on exciting tasks and attractive positions with direct customer assignment.
Vibration & Harshness Mitigation: Minimize vehicle sensitivity to brake rotor wear (judder), tire/wheel imbalance, and vehicle shake.
Handling & Steering Optimization: Address and resolve issues related to vehicle lead/drift/pull, steering wander, and torque steer to meet performance objectives.
Data Acquisition: Conduct in-vehicle accelerometer measurements, including instrumenting vehicles, processing data, and interpreting results according to quality standards.
Lifecycle Validation: Manage quality testing from up-front design definition through in-vehicle testing on prototype and pre-production (pilot) properties.
Root Cause Analysis: Utilize proactive and reactive problem-solving methodologies to reduce warranty risks and improve overall chassis quality.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
• Experience: Proven track record in automotive engineering product development.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in MS Office and Google Workspace; strong written and verbal communication.
• Licensing: Must possess a valid driver’s license with no physical restrictions for vehicle testing.
• Logistics: Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and flexibility to work between Chelsea Proving Grounds, Livonia, and Auburn Hills.

Nice To Haves

• Chassis Expertise: Deep knowledge of brakes, tires, steering, suspension, and mounts.
• Data Proficiency: Hands-on experience with vehicle vibration data acquisition and processing.
• Quality Certifications: DFSS Green/Black Belt or Shainin Green/Black Belt.
• Language: High level of proficiency in English.

Responsibilities

• Vibration & Harshness Mitigation: Minimize vehicle sensitivity to brake rotor wear (judder), tire/wheel imbalance, and vehicle shake.
• Handling & Steering Optimization: Address and resolve issues related to vehicle lead/drift/pull, steering wander, and torque steer to meet performance objectives.
• Data Acquisition: Conduct in-vehicle accelerometer measurements, including instrumenting vehicles, processing data, and interpreting results according to quality standards.
• Lifecycle Validation: Manage quality testing from up-front design definition through in-vehicle testing on prototype and pre-production (pilot) properties.
• Root Cause Analysis: Utilize proactive and reactive problem-solving methodologies to reduce warranty risks and improve overall chassis quality.

Benefits

• Be part of new vehicle program launches shaping the future of manufacturing industry
• Collaborate with global engineering experts in a fast-paced, innovative environment
• Competitive compensation, benefits, and professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees