JOB SUMMARY: To provide a technically competent engineer in the Engineering Department, responsible for defining and technical support of developmental testing and all testing activities required for certification to state and federal standards.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Be familiar with current and upcoming applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards and other government regulations and national standards. 2. Design, conduct, and/or contract for testing needed to support compliance to government regulations, service and/or to support Product Engineering development of new products and features. 3. Responsible for completion of certification test reports in support of corporate certification requirements. 4. Advise and assist Test Technicians in proper testing methods and documentation, as to ensure consistent and appropriate testing/documentation.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
1. Must have the ability to advise and work with Test Technicians. The ability to work with and communicate effectively with Design Engineering, vendors, and others outside of Company. 2. Must be able to provide support and guidance to a staff of engineering professionals and be able to communicate effectively with government agencies and various Company departments and divisions. 3. Must be willing and able to make critical testing decisions as necessary to complete testing projects.
EDUCATION AND/OR TRAINING: Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent, with a strong technical background. Experience in automotive safety/compliance/product development testing.
WORKING CONDITIONS: Must be willing to travel and to work in outside environments as required by Testing needs. Must be willing to work overtime as required by testing schedule and assignment deadlines. Must be able to work with contract test facilities to plan, conduct, and complete projects in an efficient and economical manner.
