Testing Engineer - Body & Components

Applus+ IDIADA

Tarragona, Spain

Job Description

Reporting to Body Product Coordinator, he/she will be involved in carrying out Body and Trims Testing Projects in different fields as mechanical stiffness, environmental aging, mechanical vibration, fastening concepts, durability, material testing, etc.

From this position he/she will be in charge of the execution of the testing projects what he/she will be assigned for and will act as interface between the client and the Organization with the aim to guarantee the achievement of external client's technical requirements.

In particular, he/she will be in charge of the following responsibilities and duties:

For the projects which he/she will be in charge for:

Study of client’s test requirements and procedures
Generation of test check lists
Generation of the project structure in the tools of the Organization
Co-ordinate the test set up (build, instrumentation etc), to conduct the tests and ensure timely report out
Liaise with design function and workshop teams to deliver fit for purpose test rigs
Plan and conduct the testing activities in accordance with test procedures
Organization the work of technicians and mechanics under his/her responsibility.
Control and supervise the resources (facilities, materials) needed to carry out correctly the activities involved in the projects
Establish and maintain contact with clients permanently during the project in order to know their needs and to foresee future actions while identifying final requirements demanded by the client
Generation of the test reports

For the development of the product which he/she will be involved in:

Identify business opportunities with the client and communicate them to appropriate areas within the Organization
Preparation of technical and economic proposals for the clients
Analyze and continuously update the knowledge of his/her specialization
Keep updated about all the innovation, findings, news and regulations changes in his/her field of specialization.

Qualifications

BS in Mechanical or Electronics Engineering
Minimum 1 year of experience developing the same or equivalent position in the field of body/trims testing

Technical Competencies:

Core Skills:
- Interpret and implement test procedures and specifications
- Design and develop test fixtures and testing rigs
Software & Tools:
- CAD software proficiency (SolidWorks)
- Data acquisition systems (HBM equipment and CATMAN software)
- Data analysis platforms (DIAdem)
- PLC systems operation
Equipment & Systems Knowledge:
- Pneumatic and electric actuators
- Test controllers (MOOG brand preferred)
- Sensors and transducers (force, pressure, displacement)