Instrumented Handling Test Engineer

The Instrumented Handling Test Engineer supports the Vehicle Dynamics development process by performing in-vehicle objective measurements.  The selected candidate will be responsible for all aspects of vehicle testing including the coordination and planning of testing, in vehicle test execution, test equipment maintenance /calibration, data processing, analysis and test report generation, maintenance of test results database, refinement of test procedures, and support of global standards, processes, and analysis tools/templates.  This position requires consistent adherence to test procedures for handling and stability control test.  It involves in-vehicle dynamic limit handling.   Travel outside SE Michigan is required, with expected total travel time of 8-14 weeks annually during the cold weather months in Michigan.

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering 
• Minimum of 5 years of vehicle dynamics or Chassis components experience
• Experience in MATLAB; ability to modify, maintain, and write code
• Comfortable in the control and operation of a vehicle at the limit of handling performance (3rd party driving qualifications / special use license from OEM proving grounds)
• Comfortable with robotic or software control in the operation of a vehicle
• Proficiency with MS Office applications
• Experience in data analysis
• Demonstrated attention to detail
• Excellent work ethic with ability to multi-task and manage changing priorities
• Affinity for driving vehicles coupled with endurance for repetitive limit handling maneuvers

Preferred Qualifications:

• Instrumented Handling / Vehicle Stability Control experience
• Proficiency in the control and operation of a vehicle at the limit of handling performance
• Operation experience with in-vehicle steering robots and GPS measurement platforms
• MATLAB proficiency
• Experience in subjective evaluation of vehicle ride, handling, and steering characteristics
• Knowledge of tire characteristics and performance
• Knowledge of National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) roll over testing
• Knowledge of FMVSS126 / ECE140 - Electronic Stability Control (ESC) performance
• Background in automotive development including benchmarking, setting functional objectives, vehicle development, and production launch
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills along with excellent organizational skills