Vehicle Dynamics Testing Engineer

Job Summary: 

Vehicle test engineer with good experience in vehicle dynamics field of evaluating vehicle’s ride & handling performance both subjectively & objectively along with tuning experience of Tires & Dampers.

A deep understanding of applicable homologation standards, testing instrumentation, data measurement / analysis software & driving experience on proving grounds will be preferred.

Key Responsibilities (Engineering Graduate): 

·      Chassis tuning and development of passenger cars [subjective & Objective evaluation] –Suspension tuning (damper, springs, anti-rollbar etc.), Electric Power Steering tuning & Tire Tuning

·      Experience in dynamics analysis software such as MATLAB, Simulink, Famos, CANape, CANoe, CAR Sim, SUS Sim etc.

·      Knowledge of Instrumentation, Execution and Analysis technique of ride and handling objective tests as per standards.

·      Excellent driving and vehicle evaluation skills along with proving ground driving experience

·      Ascertain the subjective evaluation feelings and able to correlate with objective data.

·      Able to evolve new test procedures derived from global standards to quantify VD handling objective metrics.

·      Involvement in CAE modelling and simulation analysis (Tires, Vehicle, steering etc) & chassis design principles including Kinematic and Compliance measurement, Vehicle CAE model analysis –to meet the performance target.

·      Able to drive, compare the competitor models and propose the targets for upcoming models.

Key Responsibilities (Diploma Holder):

·      Perform objective measurement related to Ride & Handling [MSIL Internal & ISO Test Standards]

·      Hands on experience on Steering Angle Sensor, Navigational Sensors, Steering Robot, V Box, Data loggers & accelerometers, CANape, CANoe Tools.

·      Knowledge about regulatory requirement related to vehicle dynamics & Able to Perform Various homologation test as per Indian & European standard related to vehicle dynamics.

·      Able to Set up and calibrate testing equipment and sensors for accurate results.

·      Basic know how about calibration of Testing Instruments

·      Able to execute tests to diagnose objectively the concerns / improvements reported in subjective Evaluation.

·      Should Have Good driving skills & experience of driving on proving ground.

Basic Qualifications: 

o  Diploma / Degree in Mechanical, Automotive.

o  2–08 years of hands-on experience in ride & Handling testing and analysis.

Key Competencies: 

·      Ability to work hands-on with testing equipment and instruments.

·      Strong passion for cars, technology and engineering & with basic knowledge of CAE software

·      Operation and maintenance of Sensors & data loggers

·      Proficiency in analysis Software such as: FAMOS & others

Proving ground driving experience