Senior Powertrain Dyno Test Engineer - Dekra North America : Job Details

A Day in the Life and the Impact You'll Make: Daily activities revolve around evaluating the performance, efficiency, and durability of EV and Hybrid propulsion components using high-precision dynamometers in a controlled lab environment. This engineer plays a crucial role in EV validation and calibration for OEM's and Tier suppliers What You'll Do:

• Ensure a safe work environment, compliance with OSHA and ISO 17025 standards, complete customer equipment and data confidentiality.
• Closely support the client engineering team and technicians to achieve project timelines and test objectives.
• Move, set up, install, operate, and monitor powertrain testing, data, and equipment.
• Periodic calibration of test equipment.
• Troubleshooting issues comprising vibration, signal noise, data connectivity, CAN communication, control systems, PLCs, equipment uptime, sensors, and software changes.
• Interpretation of customer test plans, project schedules, and analyzing customer data.

What You'll Bring:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience and evidence of exceptional ability.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in EV drivetrain testing and validation
• Experience with conventional ICE, EV, and hybrid powertrain systems.
• Excellent communication skills in a fast paced and occasionally challenging environment.
• Experience as a machine operator, technician, electrician, or with machine software.
• Experience working with hand tools, overhead cranes, fork-lifts, volt meters, and knowledge of safety rules for high-voltage electricity and rotating equipment.
• Experience calibrating equipment a plus.
• Mastery of Microsoft software tools.
• Experience working with test software a plus. Training will be provided.

Physical Considerations:

• Operating a fork-lift, overhead crane, and hand-truck is required.
• May require lifting up-to 50 pounds, standing for extended periods, working in confined spaces, and climbing a ladder.
• Ability to move and conduct work with full range of motion.
• Extended periods of computer-based work
• Extended periods of standing

Travel Considerations:

• Travel is not anticipated for this position.

What You'll Receive for the Value You Bring:Compensation: DEKRA North America's compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $74,900 annually in our lowest geographic market up to $110,900 annually in our highest geographic market. Actual pay is based on several factors including market location and position-related knowledge. Benefits: DEKRA North America strives to provide a competitive benefits package to colleagues and promotes physical, emotional, and financial well-being. Colleagues can self-select from our benefits to create a package unique to their needs. These benefits include access to competitive health care and retirement benefits, paid time off, mental health well-being resources, and opportunities to learn and develop. Below is a list of benefits we offer our colleagues: Health & Well-being Benefits:

• Health care benefits: medical & prescription, dental, vision (including Domestic Partners)
• Critical Illness & Hospital Indemnity supplemental insurance
• Company Health Savings Account contribution
• Flexible Spending Account for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Paid time off such as vacation, sick leave, and floating holidays
• Mental and emotional support resources through our Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program to increase activity and health habits, with ability to earn participation rewards
• Paid Parental Leave
• Travel Assist (Domestic/International)

Financial Benefits:

• Participation in a 401(k) plan, with an employer match
• Company paid Short- & Long-Term Disability benefits
• Group term life insurance with options to buy-up for self and others

Growth and Development Benefits:

• Education Assistance Program
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance
• Internal training and development resources to grow your career
• Annual Career Goal Setting and Performance Review cycle participation

This list provides an overview of benefits provided for US-based colleagues; the DEKRA North America Employee Benefits Guide outlines plan details and further related eligibility requirements. Additional Position Details:

• Reports to: VP, Automotive Test Center
• Work Model: On-site
• Work Location: Plymouth, MI
• Supervises Others: No
• Status: Full-time
• FLSA Classification: Exempt
• Visa Sponsorship Eligibility: This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship
• Relocation Eligibility: This position is eligible for relocation

About Us: As a global provider of comprehensive services and solutions, we help our customers improve their safety, security, and sustainability outcomes. DEKRA is the world's leading testing, inspection and certification (TIC) companies offering innovative professional services in the fields of vehicle inspection, expert appraisals, industrial product testing & certification, management system certifications, leadership consulting, and much more. DEKRA is a purpose-driven organization with a deep passion to make the world a safer place on the road, at work, and at home. In DEKRA, you will be part of a continuously growing organization with a near 100-year history involved in more than 50 countries on five continents. We hope you'll consider a career with DEKRA North America as we strive to become the Global Partner for a Safe World! DEKRA North America is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. DEKRA North America is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment, please email [email protected], or call +1 (770) ###-####. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.