Noise Vibration Engineer

This position will be part of the xEV Drive Unit team for Electric Vehicle products and will be responsible for providing Noise Vibration testing support for the manufacturing plant for both New Product Introduction and Mass Production activity. Overall requirements of the NV Engineer position are to guide the NV analysis staff on the NV analysis of drive unit produced at the manufacturing location. This includes ensuring that the testing is carried out on schedule and accurately and that results are reported to the appropriate levels of management. In addition, this position will oversee the scheduling and maintenance of the NV testing equipment.   
The NV Engineers will work with other team members (Process Engineers, Test Engineers, Analysis Engineers, SQ & QA Engineers, Maintenance, Technical Associates and Production (management and production floor personnel.) 
 
Minimum Qualifications (Education, Experience, and Skills): 
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (ME, EE, etc.) or Engineering Technology (MET, EET, etc.) 
2 years testing experience in manufacturing or similar role 
Experience in creation of testing plans/profiles 
Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally required 
 
 
Preferred Qualifications (Education, Experience, and Skills): 
Work experience in automotive industry, with emphasis in electro/mechanical devices 
Knowledge of EV components such as inverters and motors 
Knowledge of Quality Systems such as IATF16949, PPAP, CAPA, NPI (New Product Introduction), APQP, FMEA, Control Plans, etc. 
Well organized, attention to detail and able to handle multiple deadlines and projects simultaneously 
Knowledge with problem solving tools, such as 5P, 5-why, DOE, FTA etc.…with strong aptitude toward root cause analysis 
 
Essential to Job Functions – Physical and/or Mental Restrictions: 
Ability to work flexible schedule including all shifts and days as needed 
Ability to work for extended periods of time while sitting 
Standing, walking, and bending for the duration of the workday  
Ability to lift 35lbs from floor to a height of 4ft 
Ability to push or pull pallet jack up to 450lbs 
Visual ability to work accurately with detailed information and a computer screen 
Ability to use hand tools and view small components through a microscope for extended periods of time 
Ability to travel for business (Domestic and Overseas) 
 
Software: 
Proficiency in Excel, Word & PowerPoint   
NV testing equipment software 
 
Description of Duties and Responsibilities 
% of Time Spent performing Duties 
Provide leadership and development of NV staff members 
30% 
Provide technical expertise for noise and vibration testing and results during mass production 
20% 
Provide technical guidance for improvement/readiness for new models related to NV testing 
20% 
Creation of new testing models, fixtures and programs as needed 
10% 
Ensure NV testing meets schedules with timely analysis of e-axle concerns 
10% 
Other Duties as Assigned 
10% 
 
 
Production and Location Start-up Duties: 
Work within small team to develop manufacturing location and testing processes to support smooth mass production start-up of EV products. 
Support Quality department with development and maturation of testing equipment 
Development of testing fixtures and protocols for manufactured and supplied parts for mass production 
Typical NPI duties as detailed by internal and customer requirements for start-up of new product/location 
 
Skills and Abilities: 
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills  
High level of accuracy and attention to detail  
Make sound business decisions, exercise good judgment and maintain high level of motivation  
Maintain effectiveness in high visibility situations, handle multiple functions efficiently and ensure deadlines are met  
Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to interact with all levels of organization needed  
Confers with and prepares reports for upper management  
Promote and carry out the Core Values  
Maintain a clean and orderly work environment according to 6S 
Knowledge of quality assurance systems: Application of principles & procedures to daily activities to assure product quality.  
Ability to read and understand customer drawings, specification and engineering standards. 
 
 
Supervisory Responsibilities:  
Will provide guidance to staff but will not supervise 
 
Work Environment – Travel, Noise, Smells, Quiet, Indoors or Outdoors, etc. 
Travel Required: 5~10% Domestic; 5~10% International (during project start-up phase) 
Factory Setting with Noise