Emissions and Fuel Economy Testing Lab Hardware Engineer

Must work as part of a team including engineers, union technicians, and mechanics to troubleshoot and resolve test equipment issues for 8 Emissions Chassis Dynamometer test cells, 5 SHEDs, and other emissions testing equipment.

Perform quality control and calibration activities to satisfy regulatory and internal department requirements, including tracking and documentation.

Assist with new test cell equipment integration to support new regulatory and powertrain testing community requirements.

Work on projects to improve test cell efficiencies and throughput.

Analyze test results and validate tests to ensure compliance with regulatory and internal criteria.

Direct others in the field on the repair of test equipment, to maximize facility run time and assist technicians in their troubleshooting efforts.

Prioritize, direct, and provide assistance with bench repairs to meet field demand, coordinate outsourced repair parts, and manage service part inventories.

Troubleshooting issues on SHEDs, canister stations, and in the particulate weigh room.

Maintain ISO 17025 accreditation in the emissions lab:

• Update hardware documents, calibrate equipment on time.
• Run weekly vehicle crosscheck meeting, investigate issues, and address them in a timely manner.
• Run preventative maintenance tests to keep the lab up to EPA and CARB regulations.
• Analyze test results and validate tests to ensure compliance with regulatory and internal criteria.
• Upgrade the lab equipment to meet the needs of electric vehicle testing and regulations.
• Perform work force management and provide customer interface.
• Analyze department service metrics and develop process refinements to improve service.