Location: Farmington Hills, Michigan, USA
Join a talented and ambitious global engineering consultancy specializing in the rapid engineering and development of sustainable electrified propulsion systems and associated technologies, working directly and collaboratively with automotive, commercial vehicle, off-highway, aerospace and defense OEMs, Tier-1s and industry research bodies through our technical centers in North America, the U.K. and India.
You’ll be applying innovation and initiative on a daily basis to design and prototype propulsion and actuation systems for a new age of sustainable technology, within a refreshing, team-focused, rewarding culture and a 4½ day standard working week. Engineers are our priority, and development of their technical skills and business experience is our working goal. The systems we develop range from 1 Watt to mega-Watts and power vehicles and applications on land, in the air and on water and enabling our global customer base to do things that have not been done before. If this is your type of challenge, carry on reading and apply below.
Personal Profile and Experience
Do you enjoy working on fast-paced projects, applying your engineering skills to a wide variety of technologies and applications, whilst challenging yourself every day?
We are recruiting for a Senior Development and Test Technician who will serve a vital role in the successful execution of build, development, and test programs for a wide range of powertrain systems.
You’ll be operating in a fast paced project environment, needing technical, commercial and customer management skills whilst collaborating with some of the most innovative people, companies, and technologies on the planet. As part of an open, collaborative and diverse team, you’ll enjoy solving complex problems and contributing to a more sustainable future in an array of cutting edge industries, developing your own skills and those of the team around you.
What you will need
You will have:
- Experience in powertrain or rotating machinery testing or test cells, including the set-up of test equipment and fixturing.
- Electric vehicle systems testing and or troubleshooting experience
- Experience in the operation of test cell control systems
- Knowledge of sensor and instrumentation installation and general principles
- Experience diagnosing electrical systems and automotive communications
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in an electro-mechanical test environment
Desirable:
- Metal fabrication skills, including welding, milling, and lathe operation
- Experience in LabVIEW and/or Veristand programming and test systems
- Experience in NVH and/or rotating machine dynamics
- Experience in electrical machine testing and acquisition, including power analyzers
What we can offer
An environment where you can be yourself and realise your full potential by having the support of the people you work with, a people-oriented work culture, where we always follow through on our projects, no matter how big the challenge, and aim to build lasting relationships with our clients,
A competitive salary and benefits package which recognises your exceptional value to our business. These include:
- Healthcare, dental & vision insurance
- Life insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- A flexible hybrid working arrangement
- 37.5 hour (4 ½ day) standard work week
- DSD paid overtime policy
Key Responsibilities
You will be:
- Supporting projects in all aspects of the development and testing of prototype transmissions, test rigs and demonstration vehicles
- Leading the installation and commissioning of DSD’s test facilities as needed for various projects
- Coordinating with Engineers and Project Leads to communicate project execution progress and development and test requirements
- Building and operating transmission and component test rigs, to expected standards and to the project plan, including data acquisition and instruments
- Fabricating and modifying components using the appropriate workshop equipment, or working with external sources for fabrication needs
- Performing controlled build and teardown activities in accordance with DSD’s procedures and customer requirements
- Maintaining a clean and safe working environment for yourself and the other engineers and technicians at DSD
- Continuously improving DSD standard procedures and facilities to improve project execution, quality, and safety
General Responsibilities
- Taking responsibility for your own continual development
- Working collaboratively with colleagues, clients, stakeholders and contributing to the team ethic at work
- Acting as a role model for DSD’s values and professional standards
- Developing your personal reputation with your peers and within customers and suppliers as an ambassador of DSD
- Exhibiting a passion for learning and facing new challenges
- Adapting to the needs of a growing and developing business
- Willing to undertake short and long haul-travel on behalf of the company
- Being fully aware of and actively complying with DSD’s policies and procedures
The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of the role. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills of the role holder. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract of employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.
DSD is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and welcomes all applications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or disability.
