Brake Test Engineer

Job Description:

General Description:

We are seeking a talented and self-motivated Brake Test Engineer to support the development and validation of automotive brake calipers and brake control systems. This position will be onsite at the Astemo Brake Lab in Farmington Hills MI. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on detail-oriented mechanical engineer with experience in planning and executing validation test processes for the evaluation of component function and reliability. The Brake Test Engineer will be working in a culture that fosters creativity and problem solving. This position will play a key role on a team that develops advanced automotive brake control systems for the future.

Job Responsibilities:

• Comply with lab safety requirements and wear PPE including safety glasses and steel toe shoes
• Prepare and execute DV PV and production-audit brake tests according to engineering requests which may utilize a variety of specifications procedures and reference guides
• Create and uphold a collaborative work environment by demonstrating and sharing functional and technical knowledge
• Collect test data perform data analysis report and present results to Product Engineering
• Take measurements with calibrated instrumentation make observations and keep detailed notes
• Gather test requirements and write specifications to achieve validation objectives
• Plan setup and realize complete testing systems which may involve the design and fabrication of fixtures procurement of sensors and actuators connection and configuration of data acquisition systems and development of control software drivers or scripts.
• Establish networks using communication protocols (CAN RS-232 TCP/IP USB SENT)
• Evaluate existing validation procedures and test rigs to identify and deliver improvements
• Assist in root cause analysis and subsequent corrective action for encountered failures of hardware or software products
• Attend functional training to learn new skills or methods and actively pursue knowledge of current market and technical trends
• Develop and maintain a high level of communication with cross-functional teams and associates including both internal and external organizations
• Support brake lab 5S (cleanliness) activities and put away unused tools
• Seek and promote excellence in all aspects of the business.
• Troubleshoot and resolve common test bench issues as well as less common equipment failures
• Disassemble or re-assemble brake assemblies and sub-components as necessary
• Perform any other assignments as required by management or Product Engineering

Qualifications:

• Be self-motivated and independently make smart decisions based on available information
• Possess an ability to perceive and understand a vision dividing it into prioritized tasks
• Be highly detail-oriented and organized - maximize efficiency while minimizing errors
• Maintain a positive attitude and develop strong working relationships with team members
• Possess an ability and desire to learn new skills quickly and apply them to daily work

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrate considerable experience in validation design and development tasks
• Read and understand automotive test procedures component drawings and electrical schematics
• Be proficient in advanced use of Microsoft Office (Excel Word PowerPoint Outlook)
• Exhibit strong verbal and written technical communication skills
• Resolve complex issues in creative efficient and effective ways
• Be proficient in data collection and evaluation including statistical analysis
• Possess knowledge of the IATF 16949 quality system
• Capability to operate CAD software or CMM is desired

Education: BS/MS in mechanical electrical or an equivalent engineering discipline with appropriate coursework is required

Experience: 1 to 5 years of experience in testing of automotive components and systems or integration of automotive hardware and software systems is desired

Supervisory Responsibilities: Not applicable

Working Conditions:

Physical Demands: Required to sit or stand for long durations and occasionally lift and/or move parts weighing up to 40 pounds.

Travel: Domestic and international travel (up to 10%) may be required. Candidates must possess a valid drivers license.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity disability protected veteran status and national origin.

At Astemo were challenging the status quo with the power of diversity inclusion and collaboration. Our goal is to build an inclusive work environment that celebrates the differences of our employees. We want to ensure that every employee feels valued respected and empowered. We dont just accept differencewe celebrate it we support it and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees our products and our community. Astemo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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