EE Validation Engineer (TAP)

Job Description:

he Vehicle Synthesis & Validation Lead is responsible for Target Setting & Validation of Customer Functional Objectives/Requirements across BICEE (Body/Interior/Chassis/Engine Systems/EE Features/EV Integration) attributes for the respective area. Some of the key responsibilities include:

* Target Setting & In-vehicle validation of BICEE areas & examples as follows:

* Electrified Powertrain, Driver Information, Ignition Systems, Radio head unit, etc. features for EE/EV

* Environmental intrusion, exterior lighting, wipe/wash systems, closures, and vehicle recovery systems, HVAC, ingress/egress, cabin storage, seat comfort, vehicle restraints and interior fit/finish for Body/Interior

* Braking, steering, suspension, underbody clearance, disabled vehicle recovery, trailer tow, powertrain, fuel systems, Jeep off-road rating, and hill descent control for Chassis/Engine Systems

* Lead Validation/development activities involving the targets and

execution of customer functional objectives, & DVP&R

* Support Validation test trips as key member for successful vehicle launch

* Document emerging issues in the Global Issue Management System (GIMS) with supporting data, aid in root cause, and lead the design and releasing team in issue closure

* The successful candidate needs to work with extended engineering teams to implement solutions

* This position requires presentation to the Engineering Leadership team on status & updates.

* Benchmarking of competitive vehicles

* Maintain lessons learned and actively participate in cross vehicle Tech Clubs

This role requires a strong blend of creative thinking, customer-centric mindset, capable of training others and implementing processes in place by understanding existing Engineering processes.

This team works closely & reports functionally to the Vehicle Synthesis Management (VSM) team for their responsible project/program.

This position will also require special projects/assignments including helping the VSV team with activities like SW/HW updates, Ride & drive support, Vehicle Build support. This might also require trips to Plant facilities.

Basic Requirements:

* Minimum Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Electrical or equivalent from an ABET accredited university.

* Minimum 1-2 years of automotive work experience required.

* Excellent English Verbal & Written communication skills

* Must have excellent Organization skills

* Works well in a team environment with limited supervision, self-starter and results driven.

 Preferred Requirements:

 

 1. 3-5 years of automotive experience in Vehicle Development/Validation or Design engineering 

2. Working understanding of DVP&R and DFMEA

3. Expertise in reactive problem solving (Shainin/Red X)

4. Technical Writing & process oriented

5. Ability to prioritize effectively and manage multiple tasks simultaneously