Lead Test Engineer

Company Description

UTAC is a market-leading international group in digital & sustainable mobility, customisable testing solutions, customisable testing systems, vehicle engineering, homologation, regulatory advice & expertise, certification, training, corporate events and classic & sportscars festivals.

The Group provides services and systems to customers in the various sectors: mobility, transport, tyre, petrochemical, agriculture and defence industries. UTAC operates test centres and laboratories in France (including the official Euro NCAP facility), the UK, USA, Finland, Morocco, and Germany; it has subsidiaries in China, Korea and Japan. UTAC employs around 1300 people across its various locations.

As a group we share a strong and clear vision to deliver safe and efficient solutions and systems to our customers. We are proud and confident in our heritage, our capabilities and our people and believe that by creating a culture where individuals feel they can make a difference and enjoy coming to work, we can deliver the best possible service to our customers.

Our core values of Expertise, Innovation and Integrity provide a clear daily guide to how we work together safely, as one team, helping each other to succeed.

Job Description

The Lead Test Engineer is responsible for operating and supporting dynamometer test cells for propulsion and driveline systems from initial setup to test report completion. This includes working with dynamometer control software to integrate customer test requests, performing test equipment calibrations, executing troubleshooting efforts on test cell equipment, and assisting the test engineers to meet deadlines. The main objective is to oversee and guide the engineering team to ensure the successful delivery of projects. This role requires the ability to successfully manage tasks and assignments in multiple areas. Initiative and ownership of responsibilities are critical to the success of this individual.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Integrating customer test requests into our in-house developed dynamometer control software. This includes configuring channel setups and writing automated test scripts, among many other items
• Translating documents and conversations from customers to a fully functional dynamometer test
• Guide test engineers toward best practices for executing robust test setups
• Troubleshooting of testing systems and customer product issues
• Collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to create concepts and deliverables used to efficiently complete customer test requests and internal projects
• Setting up testing equipment including analog sensors, electrical instruments, cooling systems, power analyzers, delta analyzers, CAN bus gateways, EtherCAT chain manipulation and other customer driven requirements
• Electrical wiring of internal and external sensors to our data acquisition system and our industrial drive systems
• Troubleshoot, isolate, and improve signal noise as it pertains to testing setups and data output quality
• Calibrating testing equipment such as torque meters, pressure sensors, and flow meters
• Support the commissioning process of new tests to help the team meet both internal and external deadlines
• Provide directions for the test engineering team as needed to help meet deadlines
• Assists in supporting the UTAC culture and values (Integrity, Expertise, and Innovation)
• Performs other duties as assigned

Additional Information

Education and Skill Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (preferably mechanical or electrical), or related experience
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a related field
• Minimum 3 years’ experience leading teams is preferred
• Practical dynamometer testing experience and involvement with projects
• Working understanding of LabVIEW and how to use it with existing projects preferred
• Strong working knowledge of automotive propulsion and driveline systems
• Strong working knowledge of industrial drive systems and electrical power flow
• Fluency in the English language is required
• Strong problem solving, strategic thinking and analytical skills required
• Ability to work in a team, working cooperatively toward team and individual goals
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills and be able to communicate effectively with all stakeholders
• Strong time management, multi-tasking, and organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail required
• Consistently exhibit appropriate attendance habits, working the hours necessary to perform the job
• Ability to lead by example, utilizing UTAC testing group processes and procedures
• Ability to practically teach test engineers more difficult concepts as they pertain to propulsion and driveline systems
• Accept instructions and tasks in a positive manner, treating all co-workers with dignity and respect
• Proficient with all Microsoft Office applications and the ability to become proficient in any systems that we use (Concur, Kronos, etc.)
• A valid driver’s license required for travel to customer sites, picking up parts, etc.
• Consistently adhere to, and support all UTAC policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
• Exceptional work ethic and positive attitude required
• Organize and maintain efficiency of personal work area
• Self-starter, who can multi-task and possess strong communication skills
• This position is not eligible to participate in the remote work policy

Physical Requirements:

• Exposure to industry accepted chemicals and noise
• Regularly required to stand, reach, bend and move about the facility
• Requirements include, but are not limited to stand, walk, sit, twist, bend, lift, see, speak, hear
• Flexibility to support test activity at off-site locations and outside of traditional working hours
• Able to travel within the US
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted and 75 lbs. assisted
• Able to stand for up to 8 hours