Transmission Lab Test Engineer

Amentum company

Livonia (MI)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) matching

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Tax-saving

Job summary

Amentum company in Livonia, MI is seeking a Transmission Lab Test Engineer to design, develop, and direct test systems supporting HEV DV requirements. You will work with engineers and vendors to meet milestones and sign-off criteria, developing and implementing a wide range of product testing capabilities.

The role focuses on building and deploying DV tests, procuring new equipment, and leading DV activities, with emphasis on data QC, fault analysis, and clear communication of results to

Qualifications

B.S. in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering from an accredited school.
Strong MS Office suite and computer skills, including fundamentals around application of Excel-VB macro development
Excellent leadership, communications and interpersonal skills; Ability to function as part of a team and work cooperatively toward team goals
Qualified candidates will work well under pressure, demonstrate excellent problem solving and creativity, and be able to quickly evaluate new information and make appropriate decisions.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute Transmission/Drivetrain Design Verification (DV) testing processes
Develop, procure, and install new test equipment systems to support DV requirements
Operating ATI/ETAS systems; extracting and analyzing fault codes; analyzing transmission calibration and data files
Providing direction to Test Technicians to aid in the performance of DV testing
Translating test request requirements into written test request manuals; assisting technicians in the day-to-day execution of testing
Leading test site troubleshooting efforts
Working with D&R engineers to develop and refine DV test methods
Managing test data, including QC'ing of data, and assisting test customers with the delivery and analysis of data

Skills

Leadership

MS Office

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

B.S. in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

LABVIEW

ADACS

ATI/ETAS

CAN

Excel-VB macro

Job description

We are the world’s top supplier of automotive test facilities, providing a full range of services to commercial automotive industry customers. Customers include not only the world’s major vehicle providers and other original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), but also clients from the international motor sports community.

We are hiring a Transmission Lab Test Engineer to work in Livonia, MI.

Responsibilities:

An Axle and Transmission Development Laboratory (ATDL) Test Engineer is responsible for designing, delivering, and directing test systems to satisfy Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEV) and Transmission and Driveline Engineering (TDE) Design Verification requirements in support of all milestones and sign-off requirements. You work hand-in-hand with other engineers, along with test equipment vendors, to support the company's product testing needs. This broad responsibility provides the ability for the engineer to develop and implement a wide product testing skill set.

Primary Duties:

Develop and execute Transmission/Drivetrain Design Verification (DV) testing processes
Develop, procure, and install new test equipment systems to support DV requirements

Operations

Operating ATI/ETAS systems
- Extracting and analyzing fault codes
- Analyzing Transmission calibration and data files
Providing direction to Test Technicians to aid in the performance of DV testing
- Translating test request requirements into written test request manuals
- Assisting technicians in the day-to-day execution of testing
- Leading test site troubleshooting efforts
Working with D&R engineers to develop and refine DV test methods

Facility Planning and Process Development

Optimizing existing test processes and methods to achieve BIC efficiency and quality, including converting existing processes to automated (unmanned) operation
Developing capital test equipment projects
- Formulating new testing methods
- Authoring specification and statement of work documents
- Building financial and business rationale, obtaining cost estimates
- Developing project timing plans
Managing test equipment projects, including tracking and managing cost, timing, and equipment installations, and leading activities with equipment vendors and skilled trades
Working with existing test system software to develop test processes and programs to satisfy DV testing needs, following Test Procedures and custom test requirements
Managing test data, including QC'ing of data, and assisting test customers with the delivery and analysis of data

MINIMUM EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, AND /OR SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

B.S. in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering from an accredited school
Strong MS Office suite and computer skills, including fundamentals around application of Excel-VB macro development
Excellent leadership, communications and interpersonal skills; Ability to function as part of a team and work cooperatively toward team goals
Qualified candidates will work well under pressure, demonstrate excellent problem solving and creativity, and be able to quickly evaluate new information and make appropriate decisions.
Ability to develop & deliver business cases and presentations, project documentation to be delivered to upper management.

Preferred Qualifications:

1+ year experience in lab testing.
An understanding of vehicle driveline system operation including; ICE & Hybrid Electric Vehicles
A working knowledge of data collection and communication systems and their operation, such as:
- ADACS
- ATI/ETAS
- CAN
A working knowledge of instrumentation measurement systems, particularly transducers and their operation – temperature, acceleration, pressure, fluid flow.
The ability to work independently, and with schedule flexibility
Strong analytical, oral, and written skills
MS Office skills required, LABVIEW or basic computer programming skills a plus
Applied understanding of Measurement Uncertainty, Equipment Calibration, Data Acquisition, Control Systems Fundamentals, SPC, QOS, FMEA, G8D and 6-Sigma skill set or certification.
Ability to develop & deliver business cases and presentations, project documentation to be delivered to upper management
Experience managing testing at labs including forecasting, maintaining schedules, ensuring quality testing on schedule.
Post test data processing for accurate test results.

Unusual or Special Physical Requirements of Position Lifting: Up to 50 lbs, 25%

Climbing: 25%
Crawling: 25%
Special clothing/equipment (wearing): Safety glasses, slip resistant hardened toe shoes, gloves, long pants, short sleeve shirts, 100%
Unusual physical requirements: Sitting (50%), Standing (50%), Bending (25%), Stooping (25%). Job requires manual labor.
High noise level: Exposure to high noise areas possible in test facility, 50%
Other: NA
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Description of Work Environment

Inside? Outside? Combination? Where?: Inside, office environment, test lab, 100%
Extreme (hot/cold) temperatures involved: 20%
Hazardous conditions - What are they?: Rotating equipment, trip hazards, 100%
Travel/transportation requirements: NA
Other: NA

Equipment and Machines Involved in Work Tasks

Office equipment/machines electrically/battery operated - which?: Computers, fax machines, copiers, telephones, 100%
Vehicles, forklifts, etc. operated which?: NA
Tools used in trade - which ones?: Occasional use of hand tools, 25%
Other: NA

Criticality of Attendance

Overtime, regular days, off days: Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Occasional need to arrive early or stay late dependent upon projects and interactions with parties globally. 100%
Shift, 1st, 2nd, 3rd: Day shift, Occasional need to work Saturday and/or Sunday dependent up on facility workload
Necessity for regular attendance: Critical, 100%
Urgency for punctuality: Critical, 100%
Work hours are normally 8 hours per day and 5 days per week, Monday-Friday. Regular attendance of scheduled hours is extremely important. Punctuality and regular attendance are necessary.

Other Essential Functions

Must complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check. Must demonstrate professional behavior at all times when dealing with customers, management and co-workers. Must have clear, concise and accurate communications skills in English, both verbal and written. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk to self or others. Must maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a professional manner. Dependable personal transportation to work site is required.

Compensation Details:

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