Roush · 3 months ago
Senior Vehicle Development Engineer
Allen Park, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
4+ years expRoush is a company that fuses technology and engineering to provide innovative product development solutions across diverse industries. The Senior Vehicle Development Engineer will plan, coordinate, and execute vehicle packaging, build, and validation while leading project tasks and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
AutomotiveComputerElectronicsInformation TechnologyLogisticsManufacturingSoftwareTransportation
Responsibilities
Lead development of engineering specifications, testing procedures, vehicle level DVPs (Design Validation Plans), PVPs (Process Validation Plans), CDPs (Compliance Demonstration Plans), and cost estimates, for automotive testing and development
Lead Planning, conducting, and directing system and vehicle level automotive testing
Lead development vehicle level target specifications, parameters, and targets and cascade to vehicle systems and organizations
Evaluate and document, vehicle 3D Computer-Aided Design (CAD) package for digital compatibility, clearance, and package issues
Lead resolution of cross-functional vehicle package and attribute issues
Oversee coordination of internal and external support activities in professional and shop environment departments (i.e., testing, machine shop, engine build, fabrications, garage services)
Lead Preparing and delivering technical reports and presentations for testing and development work deliverables
Oversee prototype vehicle build and development and manage fleet of test and evaluation vehicles
Support component and system design and engineering activities
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
Minimum 4 years of experience creating, planning, and managing automotive test plans and procedures
Experience as a design and release engineer for the automotive industry
Experience conducting presentations and management reviews
Experience performing digital packaging assessments and compatibility checks
Advanced knowledge of vehicle level and system level specifications, attributes, and targets
Strong knowledge of body, chassis, powertrain, studio, and electrical systems
Advanced knowledge of DFMEAs (Design Failure Mode and Effect Analysis), DVPs (Design Validation Plans), PVP (Process Validation Plans), vehicle requirements and test procedures such as ISO (International Organization for Standardization), SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers), FMVSS (Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards)
Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite and excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical data to various audiences
Hands-on troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Willingness to learn how to research and interpret regulations and create CDPs (Compliance Demonstration Plans)
Preferred
Automotive OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) or Tier 1 experience
Dynamic vehicle evaluation experience (ride and handling, NVH (Noise, Vibration, & Harshness), ergonomics, performance, and limit handling)
Vehicle proving ground experience
Advanced knowledge of data acquisition systems and vehicle instrumentation
Advanced knowledge of data collection post processing to create meaningful reports and conclusions
Knowledge of fastened and bolted joints, torque testing, and testing audits
Functional proficiency with CAD software SolidWorks, Siemens NX Unigraphics (UG), or similar
Active, or recent, proving grounds licenses at TRC (Transportation Research Center), FTTA (FT Techno of America), OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer), or similar
Demonstrated ability to Interpret FMVSS requirements and create and execute CDP (Compliance Demonstration Plans)
Working level understanding of European safety and emissions regulations and the type-approval certification process
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Earned sick time
STD
LTD
401K
Tuition reimbursement
Employee referral bonuses
Paid vacation
Paid holidays
Company
Roush
With a relentless spirit of possibilities, a challenge-driven culture, and an unmatched suite of capabilities, Roush creates remarkable and inspiring solutions for some of the world’s greatest organizations.
1001-5000 employees
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