Test Driver - Engineering Akron, OH ref

ESR Healthcare; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Test Driver to manage tire vehicle testing in North America. This role involves scheduling tests, obtaining quotes, and collaborating with engineers to enhance data collection processes. You will be responsible for coordinating with other test drivers and ensuring consistent testing procedures. If you have a passion for automotive engineering and a desire to work in a dynamic environment, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in tire testing and development. Join a team where your skills and dedication will contribute to innovative solutions in the automotive industry.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in tire vehicle testing with advanced tire manufacturers.
• Strong computer skills for data acquisition and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Manage tire vehicle testing within North America for Kumho America Technical Center.
• Collect test data, create reports, and communicate results to engineers.

Skills

Data acquisition and analysis

Communication skills

Teamwork

Motivation and engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a technical field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Test Driver - Engineering Akron, OH ref

Experience level:Mid-senior

Experience required:4 Years

Education level:Bachelor’s degree

Job function:Engineering

Industry:Automotive

Compensation:

Total position:1

Relocation assistance:Yes

Visa sponsorship eligibility:No

Note:The candidates need to have more than five years of development experience in Original Equipment (OE) with advanced tire manufacturers or previous experience working at an advanced tire maker.

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for managing and executing tire vehicle testing within North America for Kumho America Technical Center (KATC). This includes scheduling, obtaining quotes, acquiring test vehicles and wheels, ordering necessary benchmark tires, collecting test data, creating official test reports, and communicating results back to the requested tire engineer. Ability and willingness to travel within North America to test sites as programs dictate. Working with other KATC test drivers as well as other OEM test drivers to correlate testing procedures and evaluations. Collaborate with KATC tire engineers to continuously improve data collection process. Communicate with KATC warehouse technician to assist with shipping desired tires and or wheels.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Manage North America internal vehicle testing primarily Ride and Handling
2. Schedule test tracks and obtain quotes through Proving Grounds
3. Acquire test vehicles (rent/lease) and wheels (rent or KATC inventory)
4. Arrange tire/wheel mounting and shipment to and from Proving Grounds
5. Collect test data at Proving Ground, create reports and communicate results
6. Manage North America external testing with third party test evaluators
7. Manage and schedule snow handling and traction testing
8. Collaborate with tire engineers to improve data collection process
9. Align with other Kumho test drivers for consistent test procedures and evaluations
10. Ability and willingness to travel to proving grounds as programs dictate

REQUIRED SKILLS / ABILITIES / EDUCATION

1. 4-year Bachelors Degree in a technical field
2. Prior tire test driver experience for vehicle testing (3+ years)
3. Computer (Microsoft Office) skills in data acquisition and analysis.
4. Able to work independently as well as in a team.
5. Motivated, engaged, communicative and willing to learn new methods and technology in testing.

DESIRED SKILLS / ABILITIES / EDUCATION

1. Prior experience with Automotive OEM tire testing
2. Working knowledge of tire engineering
3. Experience with Tire mounting equipment operation