EDAG Inc. is a globally leading, independent engineering services provider that combines excellent engineering with the latest technology trends. We are the experts in the all-round development of complete vehicles and smart factories. Our interdisciplinary expertise in the areas of software and digitalization means that we have the crucial skills to actively shape dynamic transformation processes as an innovative partner.
Development with passion. Thats us.
With an interdisciplinary team of around 9,000 experts, EDAG develops unique mobility and industrial solutions for customers that include the worlds leading automotive and non-automotive companies.
Job Description
You will contribute within the production environment, to the manufacturing and testing of cars. Additionally, you will play a decisive role in transferring the lessons learned to product optimization activities and the later pre-series and series production line.
Key Responsibilities
• Create and implement test strategies to evaluate the whole vehicle performance • Be the central point of contact in the Production Center in Columbia for the Verification & Validation team offsite • Design, plan, and conduct whole vehicle testing • Investigate failures / issues that arise during the production process to determine the root cause(s) and coordinate countermeasures to propose solutions • Oversee and maintain the R&D-testing equipment on site to ensure they are in good working condition and calibrated accurately • Generate detailed car-reports summarizing build parameters and test results, findings and recommendations for design or material modifications • Work closely with other R&D departments, including Body, Interior, Energy, etc., to integrate simulation and test results into the vehicle development • Ensure alternative designs conform to safety standards and U.S. government regulations • Design & create with collaboration, integration and a testing strategy that allows other teams to contribute and implement their necessities • Partner with other concept & systems architect teams to come up with solutions to engineering & functional challenges and issues coming up in the production process • Coordinate with supplier(s) for engineering activities, ensuring supplier meets requirements set by Scout • Collaborate with suppliers and internal cross-functional teams to ensure system components meet validation and testing requirements • Work with pre-series team to support the build process • Participate in design reviews and brainstorming sessions to contribute innovative ideas that enhance system performance and fulfil production needs • Hands-on prototyping and building capability, from initial operation to coordinating and implementing software
Requirements
This is how you will take us forward:
Education/Certifications
• Bachelors or Masters degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, systems engineering, engineering management or a relevant field
Experience
• 5+ years of experience in simulation, and testing within the automotive or electric vehicle industry • Experience with Rivian electrical architecture highly preferred • Experience leading whole vehicle test planning including potential to modify test schedule based on unique customer needs
Skills
• Proficiency in using specialized testing equipment, data acquisition systems, and analysis software • Knowledge of relevant industry standards, regulations, and safety protocols • Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities within established timelines • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with internal team and external stakeholders • Strong technical skills and expertise in problem-solving • Ability to lead simultaneous engineering teams • Good knowledge of MS Office products • Valid drivers license required