Test Engineer
SLPT Automotive is searching for a Test Engineer to work closely with the global Mechanical Engineering and Software Development team to help develop new electro-mechanical products. You will be accountable for developing motor control systems with software and interfacing with customers to grow the SLPT business worldwide.
General Description of Duties:
Support design, development, production launch, testing and maintenance of SLPT components, assemblies, or systems for the automotive market. Generally, functions in support of testing and product development programs. Capable of demonstrating good problem-solving skills and strong analytical skills. Demonstrates characteristics that foster team progress, the initiative to take on challenging assignments and the ability to create opportunities where none exists.
Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities:
1. Execute and support daily testing in all aspects of project development phases, design, prototype, DV, PV, warranty, and production in accordance with test plans, procedures, and specifications.
2. Planning, coordinating, and management of projects and test processes to ensure the highest levels of test quality and customer satisfaction.
3. Development and follow test procedures and continue the improvement of standard work instructions to support the set-up and execution of testing.
4. Work with cross functional teams to launch and improve new and current products to meet corporate goals.
6. Develop or use computer software and hardware to conduct tests on machinery and equipment.
7. Prepare recommendations for testing and documentation of procedures to be used for the product design phase through to initial production.
8. Responsible for ensuring effective testing is conducted on time / first time.
9. Analyze and interpret test data and prepares high level technical reports for use by engineering and management personnel.
10. Ensure that all necessary equipment and software is properly maintained and calibrated for repeatability and accurate testing.
11. Develop automated test scripts tailored to in-house and or customer requirements to execute testing of UUT.
12. Lead and support implementation of design concepts from component design through finished assembly. This would include analysis, concept sketching, dimensional verification, and general demonstration of the use of core engineering disciplines.
13. Develop design concepts through prototype hardware procurement, assembly, test, data analysis and design refinement. Should be able to develop designs in CAD. This may include some direction of technical support personnel.
14. Lead lab testing practices that are used to verify and validate the design concepts to meet specification requirements for function, environmental compatibility, reliability, and durability.
15. Support customer interface activities including phone, electronic and personal communication as necessary to support development, production release and maintenance of products. This would include professional representation of SLPT in all areas of possible customer presence.
16. Support division-wide cost reduction and containment initiatives.
17. Support plant Quality and Manufacturing teams to manage supplier and internal design deviation and improvement requests.
18. Support completion of special assignments and other duties as required.
19. Responsible for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining electrical products, systems, and equipment for various purposes and applications.
20. Prepares project specifications, requisitions, engineering designs and project timelines for existing and new equipment purchase.
21. Responsible for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining electrical products, systems, and equipment for various purposes and applications. Recognize, define and solve problems/opportunities to achieve unit objectives.
Technical Specifications and Qualifications:
Education/Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical, preferred)
Experience in SLPT components or systems; 7+ years preferred
Experience with general office computer tools desired (Office 365, Project)
Strong Knowledge of LabView and LabView and PLC programming
Experience with LIN and CAN communication protocols
Experience with lab debug equipment, such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers
Key Competencies
Informing – Provides timely information people need to do their jobs to the appropriate team
Problem Solving – Uses logic and six sigma methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions; Looks beyond the obvious and does not stop at the first answers to reach the actual root cause.
Learning on the Fly – Learns quickly and often; Open minded; grasps and applies lessons learned; leads effective experiments to find solutions; Enjoys challenges; Quickly grasps and applies concepts.
Creativity – Develops new and unique ideas; makes connections among previously unrelated notions; provides original and value-added ideas.
Action Oriented – Enjoys working hard; full of energy for challenges; acts with appropriate planning; seizes opportunities to make a positive impact.
Process Management – Manages processes necessary to get tasks completed on time; can organize people and activities; can prioritize tasks into an efficient workflow; Knows what to measure and how to measure it; Can see opportunities for synergy and integration where others cannot; Can simplify complex processes; is efficient.
Listening – Practices attentive and active listening; Has the patience to hear people out; Can accurately restate the opinions of others even when he/she disagrees.
Functional Technical Skills – Has the functional knowledge and skill to do the job at an elevated level of accomplishment.
Works Well with Others – Relates well to people inside and outside the organization; Builds appropriate rapport; Builds constructive and effective relationships; Uses diplomacy and tact; Can help diffuse high-tension situations thru staying calm and speaking with data and facts.
Self-Knowledge – Knows personal strengths, weakness, opportunities, and limits; Seeks feedback; Gains insights from mistakes; Is open to criticism; Isn’t defensive; Is receptive to talking about shortcomings; Participates in balanced performance reviews and career decisions.
Physical demands:
• Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to 10 hours per day
• Will climb stairs on an occasional basis • Will exert up to 50 pounds of force to lift, push or pull on a routine basis
• Will lift, push or pull up to 30 pounds on a frequent basis
• Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects repetitively on a frequent basis.
• 20/40 vision in each eye, with or without correction, is required
• Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures
• May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis
• May stoop, kneel, or bend, on a routine basis
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to; safety shoes steel toe or other ASTM standard), gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, protective jacket/vest or apron and arm guards)
