Job Description
RESPONSIBILITIES
Development and validation of ride, steering, handling and tire performance to meet functional objectives
Work closely with a VD lead (performance) engineer, component Design and Release Engineers (DRE), VD Virtual Analysis (VA) Engineers, Noise/Vibration/Harshness (NVH) Engineers, Active Chassis system Engineers and the Vehicle Product engineering team to ensure that critical components such as suspension, steering, powertrain/engine/body mounts and tires have appropriate targets/specifications to meet Program performance objectives.
Simulation, objective testing and subjective evaluation methods.
Specialized driving skills for subjective ride, steering, routine handling and limit handling evaluations.
In-vehicle development of the critical components to meet the vehicle's overall ride, steering, handling, and tire performance objectives.
Development work takes place predominantly at the Proving Grounds in Michigan, with travel required to other test locations as both weather and test surface conditions dictate
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
Demonstrated understanding of vehicle dynamics theory and application
Experience with Suspension and Steering system kinematics and compliance as well as full vehicle ride and handling.
Vehicle ride, steering and handling evaluation experience
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to coordinate activities with other department / functions
Proficient use of Microsoft Office
Organized, self-motivated, work as required to support projects.
Excellent problem-solving skills
Valid driver's license is required as well as a clean driving record - will be required to drive company vehicles.
Ability to travel to Internationally for meetings and manufacturing plant support
Must be legally eligible to work in the USA
TRAVEL
Travel is mostly domestic within North America, but can also be international
Travel is approximately 20% of the Engineer's time
Significant travel occurs during the winter months, with trips lasting 2-3 weeks at a time
Job Tags
Remote job,
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