Durability Engineer

***This role starts as a 1 year contract with possible extension***

***This is a 100% travel based role***

Job Summary

As a Road Load Data Acquisition (RLDA) Engineer, you will spearhead public road data collection efforts directly from the field. You will collaborate with cross-functional durability teams to identify optimal data collection locations and streamline data-sharing processes. This role is vital in ensuring the high performance and reliability of sustainable mobility solutions.

Responsibilities

• Field Leadership: Lead on-site public RLDA initiatives to capture high-quality durability data.
• DAQ System Management: Configure and operate a Data Acquisition (DAQ) system specifically for public road load profiles.
• Vehicle Data Interface: Setup and record onboard vehicle data (e.g. CAN) and integrate it with external sensors.
• Logistics & Navigation: Manage field logistics including vehicle charging, site access, and hub coordination while safely navigating and driving test vehicles across diverse regions of the country.
• Data Management: Daily data integrity checks and uploading data to central servers.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of instrumentation deployment, wiring schematics, calibration certificates, and troubleshooting logs.
• Collaboration: Utilize excellent interpersonal skills to maintain productivity during long-term, collaborative field assignments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, automotive engineering, materials engineering, or a related field.
• 2 years of experience in data collection and cleanup; specific experience in durability testing is highly preferred.
• Experience with common commercial data acquisition hardware and software; Preferred experience with Mars Labs.
• Experience with vehicle instrumentation setup and troubleshooting, experience with WFTs is a plus.
• Familiarity with Electric Vehicle (EV) safety protocols and high-voltage systems.
• Experience with cleaning and performing analysis with nCode or similar programs on collected data.
• Proven track record of problem-solving and independent root cause analysis and the ability to work effectively in small team environments.
• Must possess a clean driving record.

Working Conditions

• Travel up to 100%
• May require lifting up to 50 lbs and standing for extended periods.
• Must be comfortable working inside a vehicle for extended periods while traversing rough terrain or various road surfaces.
• Flexibility to work occasional overtime or off-shifts to support critical testing schedules.