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This job is no longer availableMechanical/Mechatronic Product Validation Engineer/Tech
Prepares and develops space used for assembly of prototype vehicles. Develops, conducts and coordinates full vehicle build up of prototype vehicles and mechanical systems for Reliability, Durability, and Functional test groups using standardized documentation and reporting process in accordance with each group. Devises and implements build methodologies, test fixtures/vehicles and procedures by leveraging highly specialized instrumentation tools, mechanisms, hydraulic and pneumatic power sources to execute the required assemblies.
Utilizes fundamental mechanical engineering foundation and practical electronic & mechanical control system principles to conduct any required testing. Assist with analyzing test results and undertake root cause analysis of failures and/or design shortcomings requiring corrective action, proposing changes to improve component design and/or vehicle system performance. May also be involved with setting up and coordinating product specific assessment activities, workshops and/or ride & drives. Support offsite transport and testing of products in real world applications but not excluding test chambers and test tracks.
What You Drive
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- Provide feedback in early design phase of projects to design engineering by attending design reviews and DMU activities thru out pre build timeline
- Prepare and maintain vehicles used to support test activities
- Develops, conducts and coordinates full vehicle and mechanical system functional performance, fuel economy, durability, mechanisms and reliability testing, including material testing and failure analysis
- Devises and implements test methodologies, test fixtures and procedures by leveraging highly specialized instrumentation tools, climatic wind tunnel and cold chambers, mechanisms, hydraulic and pneumatic power sources to execute the required tests
- Ensures that corrective measures meet acceptable performance, durability and reliability standards and that documentation is compliant with requirements
- May also be involved with setting up and coordinating product specific assessment activities, workshops and/or ride & drives
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- 4 years of relevant experience OR Bachelors/Associates degree and prefer 1+ year of relevant experience
- Experience in commercial vehicle industry and understanding end user needs
- Preferred HV3 certified or ability to obtain within 90 days
Exceptional Candidates Might Have
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- Knowledge in data acquisition systems such as eDAQ
- Knowledge of CANalyser and J1939
