Objective Test Engineer– Vehicle Dynamics & Brakes

Company Description

Applus+ IDIADA is a global partner to the automotive industry with over 30 years’ experience supporting our clients in product development activities by providing design, engineering, testing, and homologation services. IDIADA’s success in product development is built on a unique blend of highly experienced engineers, state-of-the-art test and development facilities and the constant drive towards innovation. The company has over 2,850 professionals and an international network of subsidiaries and branch offices in 22 countries, ensuring our clients receive customized, added-value solutions. IDIADA offers you the opportunity to develop a professional career in one of the leading-edge automotive engineering companies. Are you ready to challenge yourself, enhance your technical skills, working in a thriving environment and alongside world-leading experts? Then, apply for one of our job vacancies. Engineering services: Comprehensive design, engineering, and validation capabilities for complete vehicle development projects: CAD, CAE and testing of all major vehicle functionalities. Proving grounds: The most comprehensive proving grounds in Europe and Asia, located in Spain and China. Both test tracks offer excellent customer support and facilities that provide the highest standards of safety and confidentiality. Homologation services in accordance with all European EC and ECE Regulations. We are also accredited for Australia, Europe, Japan, Taiwan, Malaysia and give consultancy to other countries and regions such as South America (including Brazil), China, Middle East, Gulf Countries, ASEAN, USA and Canada, among others.

Job Description

Main responsibilities:

• Test plan/time plan definition for testing
• Risk assessment definition for automotive testing
• Test execution as per ISO and International testing standards for vehicle dynamics & brakes
• Ability to perform tests independently as expert test driver for dynamics & brakes
• Vehicle instrumentation, configuration and troubleshooting
• Preparation of brackets, adapters and rigs as required for testing
• Instrument management including calibration know-how
• Objective data analysis of test data

Requirements:

• Minimum testing experience of 3 years from either OEM or Tier1 background
• Experience with executing ISO and International test procedures on proving grounds & test tracks in India for vehicle dynamics & brakes
• Valid driving license with suitable experience as a test driver in automotive testing for vehicle dynamics & brakes
• Any certifications for advanced driver training internationally/locally or past racing experience is an added advantage.
• Experience working with instrumentation, troubleshooting and calibration of equipment like accelerometers, steering wheel sensors, RT, height sensors, LVDT, laser height sensors, strain gauges, thermo couples, rpm sensors and DAQ systems, etc for the purpose of automotive objective testing.
• Practical hands on experience with automotive and workshop processes is a must
• Knowledge of any data analysis software’s is an added advantage
• Good communication skills in an international environment
• Compulsory sound knowledge on automotive engineering and vehicle dynamics
• Positive Attitude, pro-activeness, self motivated and an excellent team player
• Available for frequent/short notice travelling around India or Internationally when required.
• Available to be re-located in any location in India or Internationally as required.
• Easy adaptation to the all kinds of rough outdoor, field & indoor testing work environments.

Experience:

•  minimum of 3 years from either OEM or Tier1 background for vehicle dynamics & brakes testing

Qualifications

Minimum requirement diploma or B.E Mechanical/Automotive/Mechatronics

Additional Information

What do we offer?

• Hybrid home/office working (selected roles)
• Flexible working hours (when applicable)
• Competitive salary package and annual performance-related bonus
• Referral programme
• Training and career path opportunities
• Language courses available

Interested?

IDIADA offers you the opportunity to develop a career in one of the worldwide leading automotive homologation and engineering companies. If you want an opportunity to challenge yourself and enhance your technical skills, apply to this role