Vehicle Dynamics Validation Engineer – Chassis & Ride

ALTEN Technology USA; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ALTEN Technology USA in Michigan is seeking an Engineer to develop and validate Vehicle Dynamics for client vehicles at Chelsea Proving Grounds, with travel to other test locations as needed. You will contribute to design definition, testing, data analysis, and quality improvements in a fast-paced team.

The role requires a BS in Engineering, a valid driver’s license, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects while communicating effectively with teammates and

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license with no restrictions.
• Excellent written and verbal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proactive and reactive problem solving skills.
• Good teamwork and ability to work independently.
• Vehicle chassis experience (brakes, tires, steering, suspension, mounts).
• Vehicle vibration data acquisition and processing experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliverable: responsible for development and validation of Vehicle Dynamics functionality related to chassis quality/warranty.
• Minimize vehicle suspension sensitivity to road surface variation, build variation, architecture, wear.
• Quality testing activities across all program phases, from target setting to in-vehicle testing and pre-production.
• Reduce sensitivity to brake rotor wear (judder), tire imbalance, vehicle lead/pull, steering wander, torque steer, and ride shake to meet program objectives.
• In-vehicle accelerometer measurements per quality test standards (instrumenting, data processing, interpretation).

Skills

Vehicle dynamics

Problem solving

Project management

Written and verbal communication

MS Office & Google Apps

Driver's license

Teamwork and independent work

Vehicle vibration data acquisition

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering (ABET)

Tools

MS Office

Google Apps

Job description

ALTEN Technology USA in Michigan is seeking an Engineer to develop and validate Vehicle Dynamics for client vehicles at Chelsea Proving Grounds, with travel to other test locations as needed. You will contribute to design definition, testing, data analysis, and quality improvements in a fast-paced team.

The role requires a BS in Engineering, a valid driver’s license, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects while communicating effectively with teammates and