Job Description
Description:
Emissions Hardware Engineer
Work as part of team including engineers, union technicians, and mechanics to troubleshoot and resolve test equipment issues for Emissions Chassis Dynamometer test cells, SHEDs, and other emissions testing equipment. Perform Quality Control and Calibration activities to satisfy regulatory and internal department requirements, including tracking and documentation. Support new test cell equipment integration to support new regulatory and powertrain testing community requirements. Work on projects to improve test cell efficiencies and throughput. Analyze test results and validate tests to ensure compliance with regulatory and internal criteria.
Requirements:
Basic Requirements:
Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent Engineering discipline
Minimum of 2 years 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 Applications
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
Must be willing to work overtime and weekends as needed to support critical test timelines
Preferred Requirements:
5 years 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 HORIBA analyzer bench 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
Additional Must Haves:
Understanding of mechanical and electrical prints needed to troubleshoot and root cause issues on equipment used throughout the emissions test lab.
Ability to understand, interpret and analyze data with attention to detail.
Must be willing to work overtime and weekends as needed to support critical test timelines.
Possess the needed technical knowledge, communication, and organizational skills necessary to coordinate and manage suppliers, contractors, and internal trades.
