We are looking for a candidate that can lead vehicle program energy management (primarily Fuel Economy) development from preprogram start to post-certification. Lead development and implementation of systems engineering to achieve best in class fuel economy. Develop CAE vehicle fuel economy models to walk to future model years. Engineer proposals to achieve fuel economy targets and work with interfacing engineering activities to ensure successful implementation. Vehicle testing and validation of subsystem performance on global fuel economy drive cycles. Develop timing and test plans for design validation work. Competitive analytical forecasting of fuel economy capability. Competitive BIC vehicle testing and data analysis. Responsibilities: • Lead the integration of Fuel Economy and/or Performance Feel on current and forward model programs from pre-program start to post-certification. • Ensure robust execution of Vehicle Energy Management Engineering (VEME) attribute deliverables for program milestones and engineering gateways to ensure program content is compatible with attribute target achievement. • Manage interface between Program and Engineers, from the target setting process through development, verification, and certification phases. • Lead development and implementation of systems engineering to achieve targeted fuel economy while delivering performance feel DNA. • Develop CAE vehicle fuel economy and performance feel models. • Develop timing and test plans for design validation and conduct vehicle testing and validation of subsystem performance on various duty cycles. • Support vehicle drive events including preparation of all communication documents. • Champion attribute issue resolution plans.
Skills Required:
•Exhibit functional understanding of powertrain systems and energy consumption throughout the vehicle. •Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills. •Ability to deal with a complex engineering base (Planning, Marketing, Engineering, Program, & Plant teams) in various countries/continents on a daily basis. •Self-directed with strong ability to support variety of projects with limited resources. •Creative thinker with ability to establish a systems engineering approach to developing solutions to difficult multivariable problems. •Strong verbal and written communication skills required for presenting analysis to management and working with interfacing attribute teams. •Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, MatLAB
Skills Preferred:
•Knowledge of engineering systems and processes •Matlab/SCVSP/MoSuite experience •Class A CDL with air brakes endorsement
Experience Required:
Prior experience evaluating fuel economy or acceleration performance at the vehicle level
Experience Preferred:
10+ years Vehicle Engineering/Automotive OEM Experience
Education Required:
Bachelor of Science or Equivalent
Education Preferred:
MS in Technical Field of Study
***POSITION IS HYBRID***
Pay Details: $38.50 to $45.00 per hourBenefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
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