Development and Validation Engineer

• Design and Development Collaborate with multi-functional teams to conceptualize, design, and develop mechanical and physical systems, components, and prototypes.
• Develop and complete validation plans and procedures to ensure the reliability, performance, and safety of products.
• Analysis: Apply analytical tools and software to assess and optimize the mechanical and physical characteristics of products
• Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation, including design specifications, test results, and validation reports (DVP)
• Continuous Improvement: Identify areas for process optimization and contribute to the improvement of engineering practices.
• Collaboration: Work closely with interdisciplinary teams to integrate mechanical and physical systems into larger projects.?
• Manage system level DVP documentation based on Standard templates
• Coordinate completion of all virtual System DVP testing.
• Coordinate all bench related system testing with nominated suppliers to fully complete DVP activities within the required timeframe
• Work with testing suppliers for, debug and triage of ongoing test issues!
• Lead mid-test (where necessary) and end of test inspections with above Product Release team members to appropriately assess each test as Pass/Fail using inspection process and assessment criteria
• Complete The End-of-Test reports aligning with provided template
• Handle the triage of vehicle testing at all PGs within 24hrs
• Support triage of Mule1/Mule2 vehicles with transmission issues within 24hrs
• Support pre-pilot/launch activities at transmission manufacturing facility and vehicle manufacturing plants (Kokomo)
• Initiate and respond to product or validation concerns documented in the Issue Management system (GIMS)

Preferred Qualifications:

• B.S. Mechanical, Aero, Electrical or equivalent Engineering Degree or equivalent experience.
• We are looking at least 3 years of engineering experience in Driveline/Transmission/Electrified Powertrain hardware, calibration, or controls development.
• Must have excellent communication and presentation skills as well as experience with basic PC software (e.g., MS Word, Excel, and Project).
• Must be highly motivated, self-directed, can lead multiple projects, and have a positive demeanor.
• Preferred candidates will hold a master's degree or equivalent experience in engineering and/or have experience in electrified powertrain, transmission and/or driveline design, development, and testing.
• Specific experience with software (Vector tools, INCA), calibration, efficiency and/or thermal management is desired
• An understanding of electrified powertrain, transmission & driveline operation and the interaction between gears, clutches, and electrohydraulic components is desired
• Experience with electrified powertrain, transmission & driveline testing procedures, in vehicle or on dynamometer, and other related considerations are also highly valued.
• Outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Always eager to learn and improve

The pay range that the employer in good faith reasonably expects to pay for this position is $27.28/hour - $42.62/hour. Our benefits include medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.

Tundra Technical Solutions is among North America’s leading providers of Staffing and Consulting Services. Our success and our clients’ success are built on a foundation of service excellence. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other applicable legally protected characteristic. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Unincorporated LA County workers: we reasonably believe that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship with the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment: client provided property, including hardware (both of which may include data) entrusted to you from theft, loss or damage; return all portable client computer hardware in your possession (including the data contained therein) upon completion of the assignment, and; maintain the confidentiality of client proprietary, confidential, or non-public information. In addition, job duties require access to secure and protected client information technology systems and related data security obligations.

Salary : $27 - $43