Powertrain Mechanical Development - Air, Fuel & Exhaust

Job Purpose:

Deliver Air, Fuel and Exhaust development and validation testing in accordance with component & vehicle development plans. To robustly prove out product attribute targets. Support vehicle programme timing, cost and quality across all business projects.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

* Define component and system targets with Design Team

* Create and maintain test procedure

* Create and own component, system and vehicle DVP

* Plan and execute mechanical development / performance development testing

* Responsible for supplier validation and integrity of supplier DVP

* Lead problem solving investigation that occur during development programme

* Become integral part of vehicle team to follow integration of air/ fuel and exhaust systems into the powertrain

* Work closely with build teams to ensure optimized instrumentation layout/requirements

* Work closely with virtual validation teams to guide analysis and correlation to test results

* Analysis and interpretation of physical test results to correlate simulation and validate design function

* Optimization of current test procedure and data analysis tools

* Develop close working relationships with the external partners

* Work closely with calibration team to ensure correct/reliable performance

* Support PT Systems S.E.T Team as an active member

Qualification & Experience:

* Extensive experience in hands-on powertrain testing / development roles

* Failure investigations and problem solving

* Managing and developing external engineering resource

* Driving optimization through analysis

* Close collaboration with design and simulation teams, understanding data analysis and design process

* Working across functional teams effectively to deliver viable design solutions

* Managed concern resolution

* Working within an OEM environment

* Prior demonstration of testing budget and timing management

* Italian language skills

* Industry standard dyno and vehicle validation procedures

* Astute project control including resource planning, timing, milestones, and meeting disciplines

* Mechanical Engineering Degree or equivalent qualification, strong background in powertrain development

* Industry related courses - HV electrification safety awareness