Test Engineer

V2Soft (www.v2soft.com) is a global company, headquartered out of Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, with locations in Mexico, Italy, India, China and Germany. At V2Soft, our mission is to provide high performance technology solutions to solve real business problems.

We become our customer's true partner, enabling both parties to enjoy success. We are committed to promoting diversity in the workplace, and believe it has a positive effect on our company and the customers we serve.

Job Description:

1st Shift Role - 100% onsite

Emissions and Fuel Economy Testing Lab Hardware Engineer

The Emissions and Fuel Economy Testing Lab Hardware Engineer must work as part of a team including engineers, union technicians, and mechanics to troubleshoot and resolve test equipment issues for 8 Emissions Chassis Dynamometer test cells, 5 SHEDs, and other emissions testing equipment. The engineer will perform quality control and calibration activities to satisfy regulatory and internal department requirements, including tracking and documentation.

The engineer will assist with new test cell equipment integration to support new regulatory and powertrain testing community requirements. The engineer will work on projects to improve test cell efficiencies and throughput. The engineer will analyze test results and validate tests to ensure compliance with regulatory and internal criteria. The engineer must be willing to work overtime and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

Troubleshoot emissions chassis dyno test cell issues.

Direct others in the field on the repair of test equipment, to maximize facility run time and assist technicians in their troubleshooting efforts.

Prioritize, direct, and provide assistance with bench repairs to meet field demand, coordinate outsourced repair parts, and manage service part inventories.

Troubleshooting issues on SHEDs, canister stations, and in the particulate weigh room.

Maintain ISO 17025 accreditation in the emissions lab: update hardware documents, calibrate equipment on time.

Run weekly vehicle crosscheck meeting, investigate issues, and address them in a timely manner.

Run preventative maintenance tests to keep the lab up to EPA and CARB regulations.

Analyze test results and validate tests to ensure compliance with regulatory and internal criteria.

Upgrade the lab equipment to meet the needs of electric vehicle testing and regulations.

Requirements:

Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent Engineering discipline

Minimum of 2 years of experience in automotive testing, preferably experience with Vehicle or Engine Emissions testing equipment, including chassis dynamometers, analyzers, instrumentation, sampling systems, data acquisition (National Instrument Devices), PLCs, and Diesel/GDI Particulate Sampling.

Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office and G Suite.

Ability to understand, interpret and analyze data with attention to detail

Must be a team player with ability to work with diverse group of engineers, supervisors, and UAW personnel

Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple jobs and projects simultaneously

Analytical skills with a focus on root cause analysis.

Self-motivated with good communication skills.

This job is onsite at CTC (Auburn Hills, MI)

No driving of a client Vehicle is required

Preferred Requirements:

Master degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

5+ years of experience working in a testing lab with vehicle or engine emissions testing equipment, including dynamometers, analyzers, instrumentation, sampling systems, data acquisition and Diesel/GDI Particulate Sampling

Familiar with ETAS/INCA and experience using AVL GEM software

Experience with PEMS and RDE certification, LDV knowledge, data post processing and analysis.

Familiar with particulate measurement

5+ years of engine test support with an emphasis on test cell instrumentation & facility systems.

Prior project management training or experience

V2Soft is an Equal Opportunity Employer ( EOE).

https://www.v2soft.com/careers - to view all of our open opportunities and to learn more about our benefits.