Development & Validation Engineer (Chassis)
Working together, growing together, creating new things together : EDAG connects people and the future. Company and workforce share the same vision. With a familiar atmosphere and at the same time the potential of a global world-class development company. You'll go your own way in your career at a high level nationally and internationally. Take your next step and support us as a Development & Validation Engineer (Chassis) .
Responsibilities :
- Development, co-ordination, planning and execution of Chassis Mechanical development and validation efforts, ranging in scope from component-level to full-vehicle-level, across multiple vehicle programs
- Identification, installation, and calibration of relevant data-acquisition systems
- Design / specify relevant fixtures or testing hardware where required
- Post-process and analyze data; create reports; collaborate with others to assess pass / fail judgements
- Develop test specifications / methods for unique Chassis validation requirements including ad-hoc testing as required
- Take charge of HiL activities
- Provide consultation on the generation of component and system DVP's (Design Verification Plan)
- Serve as Chassis liaison in cross-functional validation efforts or other internal functions
- Work closely with both internal teams and external resources, using creativity and teamwork to validate / develop multiple systems in the most efficient way possible
- Manage multiple complex projects in a demanding environment
- Contribute to technology roadmaps for future vehicles
Requirements :
Bachelors degree or Masters degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience2+ years of automotive industry experience, mostly focused on chassis systemsExcellent problem-solving ability using tendency to resolve using basic principles and data driven actionHands-on practical experience in prototype developmentCompetency with data acquisition tools (hardware and software)Proven 3D CAD skillsProject management skillsTravel domestically and internationally up to 25%, if neededKnowledge / experience in general data logging and instrumentation methodsPrototype vehicle test driving experience / certificationExperience and proficiency with CATIA V5 / V6Knowledge of vehicle dynamics principlesKnowledge of NVH principlesAbility to run CAE analysis toolsDriven-vehicle attributes development experienceSome design release engineering experience, to enable appreciation of product development process and how Validation fits into that process. Fluent EnglishMaking the impossible things possible with you.