Position: Vehicle Test Engineer
Department: HPG Vehicle Testing
Job Type: Full-time, Exempt
Compensation: $90,000-$115,000 annually, based on experience
Reports to: GM HPG Facility & Operations
Location: Huntsville, Alabama
Position Summary: Supports all Huntsville Proving Grounds and off-site tire testing for vehicle tire development - PCR/LTR. Performs and supports the testing of development tires through test driving and reporting. Preparation and tear down of vehicle tests which include vehicle acquisition and setup, mounting and balancing tires, equipment installation. Operates to a test schedule issued by HPG leadership. Prepare and present comprehensive evaluation results through detailed reporting to SRI and SRI America, Inc. engineers.
Essential Functions/Duties: - Under the direction of the Testing Manager provides a comprehensive testing service through tire testing.
- Provides guidance and direction to HPG support staff, as well as participation in all testing functions.
- Develop new tests in all disciplines to:
- a) Improve current methods to better define test results.
- b) Understand and study new aspects of tire performance.
- Issues comprehensive reports on the results of testing performed in a timely manner.
- Under direction of HPG leadership, liaison with SRI test groups and OEM through joint testing and training.
- Assists in the organization and maintenance of the HPG testing service area and warehouse.
- Daily shop upkeep - housekeeping duties and facility security.
- Aid higher level engineers in all testing and traveling when necessary.
- Assists in the transactions involved with the shipping and receiving test tires, rims and related equipment.
- Assists HPG technicians in test setup and breakdown.
- Operate to a defined test priority sheet issued by HPG leadership.
- Participates in the maintenance of equipment used for tire testing.
- Maintain circuit and facility equipment - sprinklers, cones, track cleaning, electric gate.... etc.
- Supports marketing, sales, and motor sports events as requested, travel may be required.
- Responsible for any other additional duties as assigned by Management.
- Work to highest levels of safety and quality - follow all IATF standards.
- Active involvement in all IATF audit activity.
Required Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: - Technical or Engineering degree preferred / High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Three (3) years' experience in the tire or automotive industry - relevant experience, autocross, club / professional racing or race team participation.
- Must have excellent analytical skills, common sense, and good reasoning skills.
- Must be proficient in MS Office programs and technical report writing formats.
- Must be able to communicate effectively with diplomacy and tact.
- Must be able to stand, sit, move, and use fingers for extended periods of time. Will require working primarily on a level hard surface, reaching above shoulder heights and below the waist, as well as lifting to 100 pounds.
- Must be able to travel and work weekends. Travel time is up to 50%.
