OverviewJob Title: Test Engineer (E2) - Product DevelopmentJob Code:Band: M00E2 - E2
SUMMARY:The Test Engineer provides testing support for development of world class vehicles, components, and systems utilizing technical knowledge, problem solving skills and innovation to achieve targets of performance, durability, function, and quality. Position performs in dynamic collaboration with peer engineering staff, and management.
ResponsibilitiesRESPONSIBILITIES:- Prepare and execute evaluations of prototype vehicles, components, or systems utilizing existing testing protocols.
- Develop evaluations based on understanding, guidance from engineer peers, or analysis of failed components to provide and validate results.
- Analyze, document, and communicate test results through formal reports, problem sheets, and presentations.
- Identify performance issues and propose countermeasures based on test results.
- Communicate with cross-functional team members for explanation and collaboration on vehicle or component evaluations and results.
- Manage time and priorities to deliver results on schedule.
- Maintain and calibrate testing equipment.
- Travel required frequently and occasionally for extended duration (potentially up to ~3 weeks).
- Ability to ride personal watercraft in all conditions including rough water (ocean).
- Comfortable swimming in open water and ocean.
QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS:- Apply mechanical engineering knowledge to vehicle design and evaluation.
- Working knowledge of both internal (Yamaha) and external vehicle Standards/Protocols.
- Ability to ride or drive test vehicles.
- Ability to assemble/disassemble vehicles unaided to required specifications.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office; comfortable adopting new software tools.
- Understanding of 2D drawings and basic 3D references.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:- B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent with 2-5 years relevant experience,
- OR M.S. in Engineering with 0-2 years relevant experience,
- OR 10+ years of hands-on relevant experience.
- Motorsports, watercraft, or off-road vehicle background.
- Ability to provide performance feedback and direction for vehicle development.
- Familiarity with CAD software for reference.
WORK ENVIRONMENT/REQUIREMENTS: - Mixed lab/shop/office/water testing environments
- Requires regular field work including exposure to weather conditions and environments for vehicle testing.
The above declarations are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of this job, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Rather, the above is intended only to describe the general nature of the job.
Management retains discretion to add or change duties of this position at any time. 
