Test Engineer-Automotive

. Job Duties: - Provide information for daily reports - Present results of reliability growth activities to engineering in order to improve development of the engine and vehicle - Troubleshoot engine & engine related issues - Experimental hardware and software for evaluation - Support replacement parts inventory / part logistics - Schedule component updates - Monitor and maintain fuel/oil supply - Coordinate modification of instrumentation and modification of engine/vehicles. - Failure analysis & corrective action reporting (FiNAS+FACAR+ZEUSS) - Analyze moderately complex problems and job assignments in preparing project plans. - Product verification and validation. - Creates and updates project plans - Schedule time according to established job priorities. - Conduct vehicle experiments to determine hardware, software, and calibration parameter specifications that best meet the technical performance requirements of the project - Use analytical tools and models to assist in determining hardware, software, and calibration specifications that best meet the technical performance requirements of the project - Provides test instructions to technicians and advises shop personnel of instrumentation needs - Participate in the team's failure analyses reviews - Complete project work and draw conclusions and make recommendations. SUPPLEMENTAL JOB FUNCTIONS: - Provide management with regular reports on project work plans and status for information and resource management purposes. - Maintain a neat workplace and organized information files pertaining to project work assignments. - Perform special projects Basic Qualifications : - Bachelor of Science degree in engineering or related field - Engineering experience in engine/ vehicle development - Development testing and analysis experience - High level of analytical and logical problem solving ability - Confidence to make non-critical decisions - Proficient PC skills including word processing and spreadsheet software - Ability to use shop tools and mechanical/electronic instruments - Excellent oral and written communication skills - Ability to work in conjunction with team members both in immediate and other project teams, also able to work effectively with others having diverse backgrounds and experiences - Willingness to train others and share knowledge on Reliability Development topics or other areas of expertise, ability to manage satellite activities including technician shop interface - Domestic and foreign travel Preferred Education and Experience: - Masters of Science degree in engineering or related field - One year project management or supervisory experience - Previous experience in a large truck manufacturing company - Emissions testing and analysis experience - Knowledge of engine control systems - Knowledge of performance engineering tools like MARC, Drumroll, and Cal Tools - Knowledge of combustion engines - Interpersonal skills