Test Engineer

Position Summary:

Under the direction of the Test Lab Manager the engineer is responsible for analyzing test requests specifications related data and drawings to determine the testing parameters equipment and detailed procedures necessary to perform required dynamic and static testing as well as certification of vehicles trailers and components. The engineer will set up and perform these tests then interpret and analyze test data to prepare detailed test reports. This includes designing/fabricating custom fixtures set up/calibration of instrumentation data analysis and technical report writing. Testing requires operation of equipment to perform tests such as tension/compression machines salt spray environmental chamber UV cabinet and hydraulic/pneumatic equipment with load cells amongst others. Use of CMM 3D scanning micrometers calipers gages and other mechanical electrical and electronic test gear is also expected of the engineer.

Responsibilities

Interpret/analyze test requests and prepare test procedures based on ASTM/SAE test standards

Interpret/analyze test data to prepare detailed test reports.

Perform instrumented tests on parts and sub-assemblies for product evaluations certifications monthly/yearly verifications etc.

Perform un-instrumented tests for subjective evaluation reports.

Create automated test programs using basic programmable logic through a DAQ software (DEWESoft preferred)

Program and perform tensile/compression testing using an Instron Universal Testing System.

Perform static weight studies and analysis on pass cars trucks and trailers.

Installation operation calibration and troubleshooting of sophisticated electronic instrumentation for various lab tests

Set up and operation of electronically controlled hydraulic and pneumatic test fixtures.

Use Autodesk Inventor to design and create 3D models assemblies and drawings of test fixtures and 3D scan data

Use 3D scanning for precise measurements and reverse engineering components

Perform vehicle dynamic handling tests

Project set up and operation of OBDII GPS and Mapping software

Work with the other test engineers design engineers and technicians to grow your understanding of the product and achieve desired test results.

Experience:

Working experience with the operation of data acquisition systems such as Vishay DEWESoft or LabVIEW. DEWESoft specific experience is a plus.

Must be competent in instrumentation technology analysis and technical report writing.

Working knowledge of SAE and ASTM standards test methods and recommended practices.

Test driving experience is a plus. Light truck and trailer combination highly desirable with capability of performing complex vehicle dynamics testing. This includes repetitively and uniformly performing steering braking acceleration durability and fuel economy test schedules.

Understanding of basic circuitry and/or automotive electronics.

Experience using fabrication equipment such as mill drills band saws sheet metal shear welders and various power tools is a plus

3D modelling using CAD software such as Inventor Solidworks Creo Parametric etc.

3D printing knowledge

Proficient in Word and Excel and able to perform complex calculations and data analysis.

Education / Training: BSEE BSME or equivalent required with 3 years of experience in an engineering or test environment.