Plans and executes vehicle-level cooling system validation for commercial vehicles across extreme environmental conditions. Responsibilities include developing DVP and DVP&R plans, instrumentation with VBOX, IPETRONIK and CAN systems, emissions validation, failure investigation, root-cause analysis, countermeasure validation, technical reporting, and collaboration with powertrain and after-treatment teams. The role requires field testing, commercial vehicle driving, data integrity, safety compliance, and travel to test sites.
The Test Engineer – Cooling Systems will plan, execute, and analyse vehicle‑level cooling system validation activities for Daimler India's commercial vehicle portfolio. Working in the MB/PTV‑G R&D Testing department, you will ensure compliance with internal standards across extreme environments, including high‑altitude winter trials in Leh and high‑temperature summer trials in Jaisalmer, while supporting emission‑related validation and providing technical insights to product development.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain DVP and DVP&R for cooling system validation programs.
- Plan and execute vehicle‑level cooling system validation activities, including thermal management, radiator, CAC, fan system and after‑treatment validation.
- Conduct high‑altitude winter trials at Leh and high‑temperature summer trials at Jaisalmer.
- Perform vehicle instrumentation using VBOX, IPETRONIK, CAN logging systems, thermocouples and pressure sensors.
- Support PEMS, RDE and emission‑related validation activities.
- Investigate failures, conduct root‑cause analysis and validate countermeasures.
- Prepare technical reports and management presentations.
- Collaborate with powertrain and after‑treatment teams to ensure integration compliance.
- Maintain test data integrity and ensure adherence to safety and environmental protocols.
- Provide feedback for design improvements and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
- B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical, Automobile, Mechatronics or related engineering discipline.
- 3–8 years of experience in cooling system validation or powertrain testing.
- Hands‑on experience with VBOX, IPETRONIK, CANalyzer/CANape, Diadem, Concerto or equivalent tools.
- Knowledge of engine maximum power, peak torque, turbocharger performance and after‑treatment systems (DOC, DPF, SCR).
- Experience with PEMS and Real Driving Emissions (RDE) testing.
- Commercial vehicle testing experience is preferred.
- Valid commercial vehicle driving licence and practical driving experience.
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with ability to perform root‑cause analysis.
- Excellent written and verbal communication for technical reporting and presentations.
- Ability to work in extreme environmental conditions and travel to test sites as required.
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