Chassis Development Engineer

1 month ago

Farmington Hills, Michigan, United States HITACHI ASTEMO AMERICAS, INC. Full time

Job Summary

The Chassis Development Engineer will be responsible for delivering best-in-class ride performance utilizing optimization metrics and advanced systems/tools. This position requires experience with vehicle dynamics, shock tuning, steering calibrations, brake testing, algorithmic and logic tuning, data analysis, and test method development.

Key Responsibilities

  • Exhibits superior knowledge and execution of damper/ride development performance metrics, both Hitachi internal processes and customer processes.
  • Control Logic specification setting on semi-active damper systems.
  • Develop strong working relationships with customers conveying both professionalism and strong product knowledge.
  • Responsible for coordinating ride work activities with customer in support of determined program milestones.
  • Directs the efforts of support technicians when conducting ride work at customer locations.
  • Gather/analyze objective application data from lab and vehicle testing to support testing/tuning/evaluation.
  • Analyze quality issues to determine root cause and present to Core Engineering team.
  • Lead or support efforts to develop/improve test and tuning processes, procedures, supporting tools, and documentation.
  • Building and testing shock absorbers to support customer tuning activity and lab testing.
  • Run shock absorber testing using various types of shock absorber test machines.
  • Operate computer controlled test equipment and data acquisition systems.
  • Troubleshooting and problem solving skills required.
  • Lead or participate in creative brainstorming sessions to solve technical challenges.
  • Maintains accurate damper change logs and tuning reports during every step of the tuning process using the correct terminology. Organize information systematically and separately for each program.
  • Manage > 10 projects simultaneously with minimal oversight.
  • Review, sign off, and release documentation.
  • Train, mentor, and share experience.
  • Having a flexible schedule that allows for significant travel, especially during the winter months.

Requirements

  • Expert tuning knowledge and understanding of the relation between shock performance and vehicle dynamics.
  • Proficient knowledge of shock fundamentals, concepts, and performance.
  • Expert knowledge of vehicle dynamics and objective/subjective vehicle evaluation.
  • Proficient knowledge of Control Logic for Semi-Active dampers.
  • Deep understanding of shock dynos and interpretation of dyno data.
  • Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Matlab.
  • Proficient in data acquisition systems, sensors, and analysis software.
  • Understanding of algorithm tuning.
  • Strong software skills in system development and ride tuning tools (Vector CANape, CANalyzer, CarSim, Matlab, etc.).
  • Must be highly detail oriented and organized, and able to apply work methods to maximize efficiency and minimize errors.
  • Must be a self-starter that can be counted on to achieve goals on time and with minimal supervision.
  • CAD software experience is a plus.
  • Ability and desire to learn new skills quickly and apply them to daily work.
  • Valid driving license and reliable transportation.
  • Able to work effectively and accurately amidst distractions.
  • Able to perform light physical work consistently and lift up to 75 pounds occasionally.
  • Excellent work ethics and teamwork skills.
  • Hands-on and self-motivated.
  • Ability to travel and work on an international basis for 2-3-week periods with little or no support.

Education

Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or related field of study.

Experience:

5+ years of experience in Vehicle Dynamics or Chassis components with a minimum of 3 – 5 years of applicable experience in damper tuning.

Working Conditions:

Physical Demands:

Required to sit or stand for long periods of time. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.

Travel:

Domestic and international may be required as needed (up to 50%).

Work Environment:

Hybrid Working Environment.

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