Test Engineer

UTAC; Northville (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401k

Recognition awards

Job summary

UTAC is seeking a Test Engineer to operate and support dynamometer test cells for propulsion and driveline systems, from initial setup to test report completion. You will integrate customer test requests into the in-house software and perform equipment calibrations to ensure accurate results.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering, fluency in English, strong problem solving and analytical skills, and the ability to work in a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (mechanical or electrical)
• Practical project experience in engineering contexts
• Fluency in English required
• Strong problem solving and communication skills
• Ability to work in a team and manage multiple tasks

Responsibilities

• Integrate customer test requests into in-house dynamometer software and configure test channels
• Translate documents and conversations to a fully functional dynamometer test
• Troubleshoot testing systems and customer product issues
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to design and deliver test deliverables
• Set up small-scale testing equipment and calibrate sensors and instruments
• Calibrate torque meters, pressure and flow sensors, and related equipment
• Write test reports based on test results
• Maintain safety and UTAC policy compliance

Skills

Automotive propulsion knowledge

Electrical systems

Teamwork

English fluency

Troubleshooting

Test scripting

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

UTAC is a market-leading international group in digital & sustainable mobility, customisable testing solutions, customisable testing systems, vehicle engineering, homologation, regulatory advice & expertise, certification, training, corporate events and classic & sportscars festivals.

The Group provides services and systems to customers in the various sectors: mobility, transport, tyre, petrochemical, agriculture and defence industries. UTAC operates test centres and laboratories in France (including the official Euro NCAP facility), the UK, USA, Finland, Morocco, and Germany; it has subsidiaries in China, Korea and Japan. UTAC employs around 1300 people across its various locations.

As a group we share a strong and clear vision to deliver safe and efficient solutions and systems to our customers. We are proud and confident in our heritage, our capabilities and our people and believe that by creating a culture where individuals feel they can make a difference and enjoy coming to work, we can deliver the best possible service to our customers.

Our core values ofExpertise, InnovationandIntegrityprovide a clear daily guide to how we work together safely, as one team, helping each other to succeed.

Job Description

TheTest Engineeris responsibleforoperatingand supporting dynamometer test cellsfor propulsion and driveline systems frominitialsetup to test report completion.This includes working with dynamometer control software tointegratecustomer test requests,performing testequipment calibrations, and executing troubleshooting efforts on test cell equipment.This role requires the ability to successfully manage tasks and assignments in multiple areas.Initiative and ownership of responsibilities are critical to the success of this individual.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Integratingcustomertest requests intoourin-house developeddynamometer control software-this includes configuring channel setups and writing automated test scripts among many other items

Translatingdocuments and conversationsfromcustomersto fullyfunctionaldynamometer test

Troubleshootingoftesting systemsandcustomerproduct issues

Collaboratingwith interdisciplinary teams tocreate concepts and deliverablesusedto efficiently complete customer test requests and internalprojects

Setting up small scale testing equipment including analog sensors,electrical instruments, cooling systems,and other customer driven requirements

Electrical wiringofinternal and external sensors to ourdata acquisition systemand our industrial drive systems

Calibratingtesting equipment such as torque meters, pressure sensors, andflow meters

Writing test reportsfor customersbased on testresults

Test engineers will not be responsible for any opinions or interpretations ofourcustomer data

Assistin supporting the UTAC culture and values (Integrity,Expertise, and Innovation)

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education and Skill Requirements:

If applicable: Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in engineering (preferably mechanical or electrical)

Practical experience and involvement with projects

Working knowledge of automotive propulsion and driveline systems

Fluency in the English language isrequired

Strong problem solving, strategic thinking,and analytical skillsrequired

Ability to function within a team, working cooperatively toward team and individual goals

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Demonstrated interpersonal skills and be able to communicate effectively with all stakeholders

Strong time management, multi-tasking, andorganizationalskills

Strong attention to detailrequired

Organize andmaintainefficiency of personal work area

Required on-site work as needed, per our Remote Work Policy

Consistentlyexhibitappropriate attendancehabits, working the hours necessary to perform the job

Accept instructions and tasks in a positive manner, treating all co-workers with dignity and respect

Proficient with all Microsoft Office applications and the ability to become proficient in any systems that we use (Concur, Kronos, etc.)

A valid driver’s licenserequiredfor travel to customer sites, picking up parts, etc.

Exceptional work ethic and positive attituderequired

Self-starter, who can multi-task andpossessstrong communicationskills

Able to function as part of a team, with members of varying job levels, and work cooperatively toward team goals

Consistently adhere to, and support all UTAC policies, procedures, and safety regulations.

Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle for traveling between multiple work sites as needed

Remote work policy is not offered for this position.

PhysicalRequirements:

Exposure to industry accepted chemicals and noise

Flexibility to support test activity at off-site locations and outside of traditional working hours

Regularly required to stand, reach, bend and move about the facility

Able tolift upto 50 lbs. unassisted and 75 lbs.assisted

Requirements include, but are not limited to stand, walk, sit, twist, bend, lift, see, speak, hear

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer

Able to stand for up to 8 hours

Occasional travelrequired(locally, nationally, internationally)

Additional Information

For you, as a potential UTAC team member, we believe that the international and diverse nature of our business combined with the passion, energy and friendliness of our people create a great place to work. UTAC is proud to be an equal opportunities employer, valuing inclusion and supporting our people to be themselves and at their very best.

By joining us you will gain access to a broad range of learning relevant to your role and personal development, as well as exposure to leading technologies and expertise.

Our reward and benefit programs are designed to support our people with competitive and locally tailored packages combined with support for individual health and wellbeing both inside and outside of work.

In the US this includes;

• Medical Insurance, dental
• 401k
• Recognition awards linked to our UTAC values of Expertise, Innovation and Integrity.

Learn more about UTAC and what and how we do what we do at www.utac.com

Candidates for positions at UTAC must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the country the role is based in. Immigration visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.