Full-Time

Vehicle Dynamics Performance Quality Engineer

Posted on 4/25/2024

ALTEN Technology

501-1,000 employees

Engineering solutions for multiple industries

Automotive & Transportation

Consulting

Energy

Junior, Mid, Senior, Expert

Ann Arbor, MI, USA

Required Skills

Communications

MATLAB

Data Analysis

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Equivalent from an Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited university.
Experience in chassis design/development and/or vehicle dynamics engineering experience.
Solid understanding of system/component design/development processes.
Experience with processes and simulation techniques associated with suspension/steering/brake system kinematics/compliance/vibration studies, vehicle ride/handling assessments, component structural analysis, and optimization.
Experience with associated simulation tools: ADAMS/Car, Altair Motionview, Opti-struct, NASTRAN, AMEsim, CARsim, I-Sight, Matlab, Simulink, VI-Car realtime.
Advanced user of ADAMS/Car, Carsim, and VI-Car realtime.
Experience with driving simulator studies and associated preparation, validation, and loading of CAE/virtual models.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to coordinate activities with the extended team.
Ability to develop custom routines (Visual Basic, ADAMS command files, ADAMS/Car templates, Altair Motionview templates, Matlab, etc.) to support process enhancement.
Familiarity with Design Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (Design Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (DFMEA) and Design Verification Plan & Report (DVP&R) structure.
Ability to extract component detail from NX, Teamcenter and CoDeP
Self-starter with demonstrated problem solving ability
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated ability to summarize, present work to management and cross-functional teams.
Demonstrated understanding of vehicle dynamics theory and application
Experience with Suspension and Steering system kinematics and compliance as well as full vehicle ride and handling.
Vehicle ride, steering and handling evaluation experience
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to coordinate activities with other department / functions
Proficient use of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc).
Organized, self-motivated, work as required to support projects.
Excellent problem-solving skills
Valid driver's license is required as well as a clean driving record - will be required to drive company vehicles.
Flexibility in local work sites between Chelsea Proving Grounds, Roush Livonia, Tech Center Auburn Hills
Ability to travel to Internationally for meetings and manufacturing plant support
Must be legally eligible to work in the USA

Responsibilities

Responsible for the development and validation of Vehicle Dynamics functionality as it relates to Chassis quality/warranty of Stellantis vehicles.
Minimize vehicle/suspension sensitivity to variation in forces induced by road surfaces, assembly build variation, vehicular architecture and wear.
Quality testing activities throughout all Program development phases.
Work closely with Vehicle Dynamics (VD) engineers, component Design and Release Engineers (DREs - Chassis), VD Virtual Analysis (VA) Engineers, Noise/Vibration/Harshness (NVH) Engineers, and the Vehicle Product engineering team.
Directly responsible for in-vehicle accelerometer measurements as outlined by quality test standards (instrumenting, data processing & data interpretation).
Significant travel occurs during the winter months, with trips lasting 2-3 weeks at a time. Travel is mostly domestic within North America and is approximately 20% of the Engineer’s time.

We’re ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company that provides solutions for engineering, technology, and product development projects. For decades, we’ve been helping our clients develop products that are changing the world, whether that’s by shaping the future of space exploration, saving lives with medical devices that set a new standard of care, or creating the fully autonomous electric taxi of tomorrow. Our team of more than 600 people works across industries including aerospace, medical devices and life sciences, unmanned systems and robotics, automotive OEM and tier 1 suppliers, commercial vehicle, electric vehicles, rail, and more. Our offices across the US have different industry focuses and engage with our clients in different ways, ranging from working on-site at client facilities to performing product development at our delivery centers.

ALTEN Group, our parent company, has been a leader in engineering and information technology for more than 30 years. ALTEN Group operates in 30 countries across Europe, North America, Asia, Africa and the Middle East and employs more than 36,000 people, 88% of whom are engineers. The company covers the whole development cycle and offers a choice of service levels, from technology consulting to complete project outsourcing.

When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you join a group of people passionate about collaborating to solve some of the world’s most technical engineering challenges. Our success is tied to taking care of our employees by building relationships and providing opportunities for mentorship and career growth. We offer comprehensive benefits for all full-time employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) plan with employer matching; paid time off (PTO); paid parental leave; and mentorship to help you take your career to the next level. You don’t have to take our word for it that we are a great place to work—we were named on the 2023 Top Workplaces list thanks to feedback from our proud employees.

Position Description:

The Vehicle Dynamics Performance Quality (VDPQ) Engineer is responsible for the development and validation of Vehicle Dynamics functionality as it relates to Chassis quality/warranty of Stellantis vehicles. The overall objective is to minimize vehicle/suspension sensitivity to variation in forces induced by road surfaces, assembly build variation, vehicular architecture and wear. The VDPQ Engineer is responsible for quality testing activities throughout all Program development phases. From up-front target setting and design definition, through in-vehicle testing on prototype properties, and then pre-production (pilot) properties. The VDPQ Engineer will work closely with Vehicle Dynamics (VD) engineers, component Design and Release Engineers (DREs - Chassis), VD Virtual Analysis (VA) Engineers, Noise/Vibration/Harshness (NVH) Engineers, and the Vehicle Product engineering team to ensure that critical components such as suspension, steering, powertrain/engine/body mounts, and tires have appropriate targets/specifications to minimize sensitivity to brake rotor wear (judder), tire/wheel imbalance, vehicle lead/drift/pull, steering wander, torque steer, and vehicle shake (ride). This will be accomplished through a combination of simulation, objective testing, and subjective evaluation methods.

The VDPQ Engineer will be directly responsible for in-vehicle accelerometer measurements as outlined by quality test standards (instrumenting, data processing & data interpretation). This development/validation work takes place predominantly at the Chelsea Proving Grounds in Michigan, with travel required to other test locations as both weather, and test surface conditions dictate (Significant travel occurs during the winter months, with trips lasting 2-3 weeks at a time. Travel is mostly domestic within North America and is approximately 20% of the Engineer’s time).

Qualifications:

Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Equivalent from an Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited university.
Experience in chassis design/development and/or vehicle dynamics engineering experience.
Solid understanding of system/component design/development processes.
Experience with processes and simulation techniques associated with suspension/steering/brake system kinematics/compliance/vibration studies, vehicle ride/handling assessments, component structural analysis, and optimization.
Experience with associated simulation tools: ADAMS/Car, Altair Motionview, Opti-struct, NASTRAN,
AMEsim, CARsim, I-Sight, Matlab, Simulink, VI-Car realtime.
Advanced user of ADAMS/Car, Carsim, and VI-Car realtime.
Experience with driving simulator studies and associated preparation, validation, and loading of CAE/virtual models.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to coordinate activities with the extended team.
Ability to develop custom routines (Visual Basic, ADAMS command files, ADAMS/Car templates, Altair Motionview templates,
Matlab, etc.) to support process enhancement.
Familiarity with Design Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (Design Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (DFMEA) and Design Verification Plan & Report (DVP&R) structure.
Ability to extract component detail from NX, Teamcenter and CoDeP
Self-starter with demonstrated problem solving ability
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated ability to summarize, present work to management and cross-functional teams.
Demonstrated understanding of vehicle dynamics theory and application
Experience with Suspension and Steering system kinematics and compliance as well as full vehicle ride and handling.
Vehicle ride, steering and handling evaluation experience
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to coordinate activities with other department / functions
Proficient use of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc).
Organized, self-motivated, work as required to support projects.
Excellent problem-solving skills
Valid driver’s license is required as well as a clean driving record - will be required to drive company vehicles.
Flexibility in local work sites between Chelsea Proving Grounds, Roush Livonia, Tech Center Auburn Hills
Ability to travel to Internationally for meetings and manufacturing plant support
Must be legally eligible to work in the USA

Preferred Qualifications:

Formal training in Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) methods.
DFSS Green/ Black Belt
Shainin Green/Black Belt
Vehicle chassis experience (brakes, tires, steering, suspension, mounts)
Vehicle vibration data acquisition and data processing experience

ALTEN Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our Policy is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual’s age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.

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ALTEN Technology USA specializes in providing sophisticated engineering solutions across diverse sectors including aerospace, medtech, unmanned systems, automotive, electric vehicles, and rail. This company is a notable employer due to its deep involvement in dynamic industries such as space exploration and autonomous vehicle technology. Its commitment to cutting-edge sector involvement and development of advanced technologies establishes a stimulating workplace environment for engineers and innovators seeking to influence future technologies.

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Headquarters

Greensboro, North Carolina

Founded

1988

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Headcount

6 month growth

↑ 9%

1 year growth

↑ 16%

2 year growth

↑ 25%