Engineer 2-3, Test - Lab 

LOCATION: Bowling Green / Kentucky (US-KY), United States | BRAND: Bendix | REQUISITION ID: 2880 | JOB GRADE: 16 

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JOB DESCRIPTION:

Position Title:            Engineer 2, Test (Wheel End Lab)    

Reports To:                Manager, Engineering - Friction Test

Date Last Revised:    August 30, 2022

Position Summary:

This position will perform a full range of technical work on the Wheel End Laboratory including FMEA’s, DVP’s, writing new test procedures, sign-off test reports, draft laboratory management policies & procedures, test report templates, measurement uncertainty budgets and inter-laboratory correlation studies.  This position also runs laboratory empirical investigations resolving component level root-cause analysis. A test Engineer on this position is responsible to support and run some technical activities. Has demonstrated knowledge in area of laboratory testing.

Essential Functions:

• Plans, conducts and coordinates a broad range of intermediate engineering technical assignments requiring an in-depth knowledge of foundation brake hardware and laboratory testing techniques.
• Responsible to support the DVP&R creation.
• Responsible for execution of all tests described on the DVP&R, accountable for evaluation of technical information and interpretation of test results.
• Analyze test data and write test reports to clearly document test results and conclusions.
• Regarded as a foundation brake hardware emerging technical expert in the area of laboratory test methods.
• Will be a support resource to other Bendix departments requiring test support.
• Act as technical support on laboratory activities of other test engineers or technician team members in execution of Test Requests.
• Responsible to introduce new tools related to testing and data processessing.
• Interface with and give presentations to internal and external customers.
• Position is non-supervisory.

Knowledge:

• Demonstrated problem-solving skills in a team environment.  E.g. DFSS, 8D RCA
• DFMEA and DVP&R processes
• Able to write test procedures, test templates and test plans
• Knowledge of ISO17025
• Knowledge of air brake system. E.g. Air Disc Brakes, S-cam Brakes, Drum Brakes, Actuator, Air Chambers, Slack Adjusters.
• Knowledge running brake tests on inertia dynamometer
• Knowledge with calibration of laboratory equipment
• Fundamental Statistical capability
• Skilled in DOE (Design of Experiments) techniques
• Reliability Methods
• Process Improvements
• Knowledge, application, identification of C/C (Critical Characteristics), S/C (Special Characteristics), P/C (Pass Thru Characteristics)

Experience:

• 4 years minimum experience with foundation brake hardware testing within the automotive industry or commercial vehicle industry is required.
• Knowledge of ISO17025 is strongly preferred.
• Capability to work as a team member lead by the senior engineer will be highly regarded.
• Experience on laboratory process improvements is strongly preferred.
• 8D process experience and demonstrated implementation of PCA solutions will be highly regarded.
• Six Sigma experience is strongly preferred.

Skills:

• Effective at communicating complex testing principles with a variety of audience including customers and suppliers
• Detail oriented and driven to complete Test Requests on time as per priority provided by internal and external customers
• Knowledge with Root Cause Analysis (RCA) skills
• Knowledge Test Report writing skills
• Intermediate problem-solving skills
• Intermediate analytical skills
• Intermediate understanding on calibration management
• Intermediate understanding on bench test tool/equipments such as inertia dynamometer, vibration, fatigue, instrumentation, strain gage measurements.
• Self-organized and goal oriented
• Team-oriented with acceptable strong interpersonal skills
• Customer focus  (internal and external customers )
• Tools to be used include:

• Test Request System
• MiniTab
• Reliability Tools
• Data Acquisition Systems
• Automated test Software
• Advanced Office Package
• Advanced Excel
• Labview
• Diadem
• IMC or HBM

Education:

• B.S. in Engineering is required.
• B.S. Mechanical Engineering (BSME or BSMET) is preferred.

Position Requirements: 

The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What does Bendix have to offer you? 
- Work/life balance that includes Paid Vacation & Holiday Paid Time Off 
- 401k Plan with Company matching 
- Retirement Savings Plan
- Educational Assistance Program (Tuition Reimbursement)
- Wellness Program and incentives
- Telework policy
- On-Site Fitness Center
- On-Site Cafeteria with Healthy menu options
- Health and Welfare Insurance Benefits that start on your 1st day of employment:

Company-Paid Benefits:
- Basic Life Insurance
- Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
- Short Term Disability
- Business Travel Accident Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Voluntary Employee-Paid Benefits:
- Medical and Prescription insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Supplemental Life Insurance Plans
- Supplemental AD&D insurance for Employee and Family
- Long Term Disability
- Accident Plan
- Critical Illness Plan
- Hospital Indemnity Plan