Body Closures Testing Engineer

EDAG Mexico

Novi (MI)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 125,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

EDAG Mexico is seeking a Body Closures Testing Engineer to validate and verify automotive body systems, including closures and interior components. You will design test methods, specify acceptance criteria, and plan testing schedules for prototype vehicles, coordinating with Design, Manufacturing, and Quality teams.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 3+ years of validation/testing experience, plus knowledge of FMVSS standards.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Automotive, or Industrial Engineering.
3+ years of automotive validation/testing experience.
Experience with FMVSS regulations and body systems.
Experience documenting validation results and reports.

Responsibilities

Execute validation and verification testing on body system components and subsystems.
Identify test locations, equipment, and instrumentation; coordinate prototypes and fixtures.
Perform root cause analysis on test failures and implement corrective actions.
Document test results in detailed engineering reports.
Maintain issue traceability using JIRA or equivalent system.
Ensure proper instrumentation and data acquisition during testing.
Present test results during engineering reviews and project meetings.
Manage test property updates, retrofits, and milestone deliverables.

Skills

Automotive validation/testing

Root cause analysis

Technical reporting

Test planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related field

Tools

JIRA

Data acquisition systems

Job description

WHO WE ARE

Working together, growing together, derating 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 aBODY CLOSURES TESTING ENGINEER.

DESCRIPTION

Execute validation and verification testing on body system components and subsystems. Develop test methods, acceptance criteria, and test environments.
Identify appropriate test locations, equipment, and instrumentation. Coordinate prototype vehicles, test parts, fixtures, and testing schedules.
Perform root cause analysis on test failures and implement corrective actions. Work closely with Design, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to resolve issues.
Document test results in detailed engineering reports.
Maintain issue traceability using JIRA or equivalent tracking systems.
Ensure proper instrumentation and data acquisition throughout testing.
Present test results during engineering reviews and project meetings.
Manage test property updates, retrofits, and milestone deliverables.

Support continuous improvement of validation processes and testing methodologies.

REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor\'s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related engineering discipline.
3+ years of automotive validation/testing experience. Strong knowledge of automotive body systems, closures, and interior systems.
Experience performing component and subsystem validation testing.
Knowledge of automotive testing standards and validation methodologies.
Experience with: Door KLT, Door SAG, Overload Durability, Oil Canning, Floor Pan Deflection, Tie Down Strength Testing, Life Cycle Testing
Understanding of FMVSS regulations (208, 207, 210, 216, 225).
Ability to perform root cause analysis and corrective action investigations.
Experience creating technical reports and documenting validation results.
Familiarity with prototype vehicle testing and test planning.
Understanding of instrumentation and data acquisition systems.
English B2-C1
German A2 (desirable)
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