Test Engineer I

The Test Engineer will be an individual that loves working on cars, trucks off road vehicles, motors or similar mechanical and electrical systems. The successful candidate will have a proven history of creativity, innovation and quality work. The Test Engineer needs to have a real passion for exploring how mechanical things function and testing new products for functionality, durability, and performance against established metrics. In this role, the Test Engineer will work closely with McLaren’s design and development engineers to test prototype products to ensure operation accuracy and efficiency.

About Linamar/McLaren Engineering

Linamar Corporation is a Canadian diversified global manufacturing company of highly engineered products across global industries & markets. From the entrepreneurial seeds planted by our dynamic founder, to the support provided along the way, all Linamar employees are poised for success in this fast-paced & rapidly growing environment. With access to the tools you need to succeed, you will make an impact along with other motivated & engaged employees.

McLaren Engineering, the engineered products division of Linamar Corporation, is a company focused on the design, development & testing of advanced automotive driveline & powertrain systems.

Key Accountabilities:

· Perform standard engineering analysis (stacks, calculations, interfacing with Core Eng. Groups).

· Design, develop and validate products with adherence to engineering disciplines.

· Perform design release activity such as Bill of Material management, drawing review and approval.

· Perform change management activity such as creating and tracking engineering change request.

· Ensure that the test technicians are properly informed as to the procedures, equipment, and fixturing required to complete the tests.

· Work with the customers to resolve any testing related questions or issues that arise during the course of the testing.

· Analyze test data to ensure that test results maintain consistent high quality standards.

· Perform routine safety and quality checks on tests in progress.

· This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of this position and it is not intended to be an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Minimum Requirements:

· A Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or Equivalent

· Minimum one year of relevant experience, internship product testing experience preferred

· Some mechanic-level skills to perform removal and replacement of components or systems on engines, transmissions, or driveline products will be required.

· Experience writing technical specifications, validation test procedures and test reports.

· Experience with software packages such as Simulink, Matlab, National Instruments LabView, CAD design software, Engine management/calibration software and the MS Office suite of tools.

Desired Characteristics:

· Highly professional with strong communication skills (oral and written) to interact with customers, work in teams, and create reports.

· Strong decision making skills, with the ability to grasp technical concepts quickly.

· Strong analytical ability, including statistical analysis skills.

· Ability to quickly learn new company products, as well as maintain current knowledge of the market, new products, and aftermarket products.

· Ability to prioritize and work multiple tasks to completion.

· Ability to collaborate and work in team environment and to work independently or with little supervision.

· Excellent interpersonal skills to work as a “bridge” between prototype technicians on the shop floor and design, development and release engineers in the office.

Why Linamar/McLaren Engineering:

· Opportunities for career advancement

· T uition assistance

· Great benefits & competitive pay

· Time off

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