Sr. Vehicle Validation Engineer

Meyers Manx; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to transforming a cultural icon into the future of electric mobility. As a Sr. Vehicle Validation Engineer, you will lead the charge in developing innovative dune buggies, ensuring their durability and reliability. Collaborate with dynamic teams to define vehicle requirements and conduct rigorous testing. This role offers a unique opportunity to blend engineering expertise with a passion for adventure, all while contributing to eco-friendly innovation. If you're ready to make an impact in the automotive industry, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in the Automotive/Motorsport industry.
• Proficiency in specialized testing equipment and data analysis software.
• Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Define vehicle attributes and requirements, ensuring customer voice.
• Lead vehicle durability and reliability testing.
• Manage data acquisition systems and analyze test data.

Skills

Data Acquisition Systems

Vehicle Durability Testing

Communication Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Automotive Engineering

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

M.S. in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SoMat

Dewesoft

Vector CAN

Job description

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At Meyers Manx, we're not just reimagining a brand; we're electrifying a cultural icon. From the beaches that witnessed Elvis and Steve McQueen behind the wheels of our original beach buggies to our central place in the vibrant heart of '60s pop culture and history of offroad motorsport, our legacy is as exhilarating as it is historic. Now, in our Southern California facilities, we're channeling this spirited past into creating a groundbreaking range of electric vehicles capable of adventure. We invite dynamic professionals, inspired by our storied heritage and driven by the future of eco-friendly innovation, to join us. Be part of crafting the next chapter of Meyers Manx, where electric exploration meets timeless legend.

Job Description:

As a Sr. Vehicle Validation Engineer at Meyers Manx, you will play a pivotal role in the development of our dune buggies, focusing on the durability, reliability attribute and validation. Join our dynamic team to lead the charge in designing, engineering, and developing the next generation of Meyers Manx vehicles.

Technical Responsibilities:

• Play an active role in defining vehicle attributes and requirements, and be the voice of customer at a vehicle level
• Create and maintain requirements and validation plans for each vehicle program from development through launch
• Lead vehicle durability, reliability, abuse, and environmental testing
• Lead sizing and acquisition of data acquisition system and instruments including accelerometers, microphones, load cells, thermocouples, etc.
• Gather, analyze, and monitor collected test data and acquisition system metrics for field-deployed durability test vehicle data acquisition (DAQ) systems
• Lead triage and timely resolution of vehicle issues on test vehicles to ensure maximum test uptime
• Manage pre-test, in-test, and post-test test incident and concern documentation, vehicle reviews and inspections
• Support test vehicle prep. including ECU reflashes, OTAs, or similar test vehicle repairs
• Plan and execute vehicle level dynamic and static test activities per test plans developed in collaboration with key stakeholders.
• Work efficiently and in close collaboration with hardware, software, and testing teams.

Qualifications:

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering or related field
• 4+ years of experience in a similar role within the Automotive/Motorsport industry
• Proficiency in using specialized testing equipment, data acquisition systems, and analysis software including SoMat, Dewesoft, Vector CAN, etc.
• Experience with vehicle instrumentation for Road Load Data Acquisition
• Experience managing long term lab based and proving grounds based durability and reliability tests
• Proving ground and on-road / on-track experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%

Preferred Requirements:

• M.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering or related field
• 6+ years of experience in similar role within Automotive/Motorsport industry
• Experience developing and validating off-road vehicles

If you are ready to bring your engineering expertise to Meyers Manx and contribute to the future of dune buggies, apply now to be part of our high-performing team driving innovation in electric mobility!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

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Medical insurance

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401(k)

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