Testing Engineer - Body &Components

Shaping the Future of Automotive Engineering

Applus+ IDIADA is a global leader in automotive engineering, offering a dynamic and rewarding career opportunity for professionals passionate about shaping the future of mobility. As a TOP Employer certified company with over 3500 professionals from more than 24 countries, we provide a diverse and inclusive work environment that fosters innovation and growth with colleagues from over 55 nationalities contributing to a safer, more efficient, and sustainable vehicles.

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Enjoy a highly flexible hybrid work model in a company that takes care of the employees’ wellbeing, offering work-life balance benefits such as subsidized canteen, free language courses, transport and coaching services.

Join a company that has a deep commitment to sustainability and push yourself to reach your full potential in a dynamic and challenging setting that values innovation and expertise.

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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.

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)

Soft Skills

- Strong teamwork and collaboration abilities
- Team management and leadership capabilities
- Excellent communication skills

Requirements

BS in Mechanical or Electronics Engineering; Minimum 1 year of experience developing the same or equivalent position in the field of body/trims testing; Interpret and implement test procedures and specifications; Design and develop test fixtures and testing rigs