Test Engineer - Automotive

Description:
Fleet Test Engineer - Automotive
Engine/Vehicle Development, Development Testing/Analysis
Shop Tools, Mechanical/Electronic Instruments

PAY RATE: $29-33/HOUR
SOME DOMESTIC AND FOREIGN TRAVEL REQUIRED

****Requires Criminal Background Check and Drug Screen****

Volt Workforce Solutions has a long-term temporary position available in Portland for a Fleet Test Engineer.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Reporting Functions:

• Provide information for daily reports.
  
• Present results of Reliability Growth activities to Engineering in order to improve development of the engine and vehicle.

Engineering Functions:

• Troubleshoot engine and engine-related issues. Coordinate modification of instrumentation and modification of engine/vehicles.
  
• Evaluate experimental hardware and software.
  
• Support replacement parts inventory/part logistics.
  
• Schedule component updates. Schedule time according to established job priorities.
  
• Monitor and maintain fuel/oil supply.
  
• Perform Failure Analysis and Corrective Action Reporting (FINAS+FACAR+ZEUSS). Participate in the teams Failure Analyses reviews.
  
• Analyze moderately complex problems and job assignments in preparing project plans. Create and update project plans.
  
• Perform Product Verification and Validation.
  
• Conduct vehicle experiments to determine hardware, software and calibration parameter specifications that best meet the technical performance requirements of the project; use analytical tools and models to assist in determining such.
  
• Provide test instructions to Technicians and advise Shop Personnel of instrumentation needs.
  
• Complete project work, draw conclusions and make recommendations.

Supplemental Functions:

• Provide Management with regular reports on project work plans and status for information and Resource Management purposes.
  
• Maintain a neat workplace and organized information files pertaining to project work assignments. Perform special projects.

This is an estimated one-year PLUS contingent/temporary position through Volt Workforce Solutions located in Portland, OR. We are among the largest staffing companies in the US for contingent/temporary and direct hire placements and support most of the top-rated companies in the Pacific Northwest.

Requirements:
Required Skills for this Test Engineer - Automotive position include the following:

• Bachelors of Science Degree in Engineering and/or a related field required; Masters of Science Degree in Engineering and/or a related field preferred
  
• Engineering experience in Engine/Vehicle Development
  
• Development Testing and Analysis experience
  
• Must be proficient in PC skills, including word processing and spreadsheet software
  
• Ability to use shop tools and mechanical/electronic instruments

Preferred Education and Experience:

• One year of Project Management or supervisory experience
  
• Experience in a large Truck Manufacturing Company
  
• Emissions Testing and Analysis experience
  
• Knowledge of Engine Control systems and Combustion Engines
  
• Knowledge of Performance Engineering tools such as MARC, Drumroll and Cal Tools

Soft Skills/Experience:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills; good interpersonal skills
  
• High level of analytical and logical problem-solving ability
  
• Must possess confidence to make non-critical decisions

How to Apply: Please email your resume to Volt at: portland0433@volt.com and reference the following job number and job title in your subject line to ensure it gets routed to the correct Recruiter to readily discuss this job with you: 300148-8981-13-307470 - Fleet Test Engineer - Automotive and include the website name where you saw this posting listed.
Our Recruiter will initiate a phone call to you and give you immediate consideration should your resume meet the job requirements. Please rest assured that if your resume matches what is reflected in this job posting, you should receive a phone call from a Volt Recruiter to discuss this position with you.
Volt has over 60 years of staffing experience. We work with many of the Fortune 500 and 1000 companies to provide workforce solutions. We offer many direct hire full-time positions as well as many contingent/temporary positions. We offer our Workers competitive pay and benefits, as well as educational programs and re-deployment assistance.
Volt is a publicly owned Corporation with shares trading on the over-the-counter market: http://www.otcmarkets.com under the trading symbol "VISI". To learn more about Volt, please visit: http://www.volt.com and to see more of our job postings, please visit: http://jobs.volt.com
Volt is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Location: Portland, OR

Type: CONTRACT

Duration: 365+ Days

Pay Rate: 29.00 - 33.00 Hourly DOE

Contact:

Volt Workforce Solutions
1300 SW 5th Ave., Ste. 2600
Portland, OR 97201
PH: 503/227-3332
FX: 503/227-8944

 

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Country: USA, State: Oregon, City: Portland, Company: Volt Workforce Solutions.