Instrumented Handling Engineer

The Instrumented Handling Test Engineer supports the Vehicle Dynamics development process by performing in-vehicle objective measurements. The selected candidate will be responsible for all aspects of vehicle testing including the coordination and planning of testing, in vehicle test execution, test equipment maintenance /calibration, data processing, analysis and test report generation, maintenance of test results database, refinement of test procedures, and support of global standards, processes, and analysis tools/templates. This position requires consistent adherence to test procedures for handling and stability control test. It involves in-vehicle dynamic limit handling. Travel outside SE Michigan is required, with expected total travel time of 8-14 weeks annually during the cold weather months in Michigan.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering.

• Minimum of 5 years of work experience.

• Experience in Chassis component, vehicle dynamics, or in-vehicle instrumented test experience

• Experience in MATLAB; ability to modify, maintain, and write code

• Comfortable in the control and operation of a vehicle at the limit of handling performance

• Comfortable with robotic or software control in the operation of a vehicle

• Proficiency with MS Office applications

• Experience in data analysis, data mining, and trend analysis

• Demonstrated attention to detail

• Excellent work ethic with ability to multi-task and manage changing priorities

• Affinity for driving vehicles coupled with endurance for repetitive limit handling maneuvers

Preferred Qualifications:

• Instrumented Handling / Vehicle Stability Control experience

• Proficiency in the control and operation of a vehicle at the limit of handling performance (3rd party driving qualifications / special use license from OEM proving grounds)

• Operation experience with in-vehicle steering robots and GPS measurement platforms

• MATLAB proficiency

• Experience in subjective evaluation of vehicle ride, handling, and steering characteristics

• Knowledge of tire characteristics and performance

• Knowledge of National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) roll over testing

• Knowledge of FMVSS126 / ECE13H certification

• Electronic Stability Control (ESC) performance

• Background in automotive development including benchmarking, setting functional objectives, vehicle development, and production launch

• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills along with excellent organizational skills