Passive Safety Test Engineer Structural & Dimensional Testing
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Job Location:
Fremont, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
14-10-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
As part of the Chassis Active Safety and Durability testing team testing engineer will be responsible to manage testing and development activities as regards to Complete Vehicle Durability.
The role requires someone highly organized objectively-focused and with ability to manage their own daily routine.
- Plan and manage safety test programs supporting new vehicle development global launches regional/supplier changes regulatory certification and consumer ratings.
- Report and communicate test results research findings and concerns to engineering teams to inform product development.
- Design test fixtures using CATIA/3DX CAD software to meet program needs.
- Lead lab improvement projects to enhance execution efficiency ensure global consistency and maintain test quality.
- Perform dimensional measurements to verify vehicle compliance with regulatory standards.
- Assign and clearly communicate daily test responsibilities to technicians to maintain lab efficiency and meet aggressive test schedules.
- Develop and improve supporting processes test documentation and work instructions.
- Maintain safe working practices and ensure a safe lab environment.
Qualifications :
Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in engineering or a related field or equivalent work experience (4 years in a relevant technical role).
- 2 years of experience in vehicle safety testing or a related graduate program (structural crashworthiness experience preferred).
- Hands-on experience with data acquisition systems (DAS) and instrumentation; Dewesoft experience preferred.
- Proficiency with hydraulic control systems hardware and software.
- Experience interpreting and reporting vehicle structural safety test results.
- Background in metrology or dimensional inspection is a plus.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Effective communication skills (verbal written and digital) across diverse cultures.
- Familiarity with ISO standards (ISO 9001 and ISO 17025 preferred).
- Team-oriented mindset with a proactive detail-focused approach and a passion for safety.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and travel up to 10%.
Additional Requirements:
- Must have a flexible schedule and be able to work extended hours. Mandatory overtime and weekends may be required.
- Willingness to travel (either locally or internationally).
- Possess a valid drivers license
- Must be physically able to support test preparation and execution in an outdoor environment.
- May require heavy lifting up to 40 lbs.
- Meet all workplace health and safety requirements and practices.
- Follow all company policies and procedures.
- Must be able to stand bend kneel sit for lengthy periods and use hands for various functions such as typing and using various hand tools.
- Must be able to work from hand-written data sheets and memos.
- Maintain a clean office area and work environment.
Additional Information :
APPLUS IDIADA is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire promote discipline or discharge will be based on merit competence performance and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race color religion marital status age national origin ancestry physical or mental disability medical condition pregnancy genetic information gender sexual orientation gender identity or expression veteran status or any other status protected under federal state or local law.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Health Insurance (100% Premium costs paid by Company)
- Voluntary Dental insurance
- Voluntary Life insurance
- Voluntary Vision Insurance
- Paid time off
- Simple IRA Plan (3% Company Match)
Schedule:
- Monday to Saturday
Applus IDIADA is committed to equality diversity and inclusion. We dont put limits on you so dont put limits on yourself either. There is a place for everyone.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
- ADAS
- System Design
- Distributed Control Systems
- Technical Writing
- Systems Engineering
- Requirements Management
- OSHA
- Sensors
- Signal Processing
- Microsoft Project
- Budgeting
- Programmable Logic Controllers
About Company
Applus IDIADA is a young and dynamic organization that values participation, collaboration and long-term relationships. We continuously generate professional development opportunities and growth alternatives for motivated and engaged professionals. At Applus IDIADA we are looking for ... View more
