Mechatronics Test Engineer

We are looking for a Mechatronics Test Engineer to join our team in Lafayette, Indiana.   As a Laboratory Mechatronics Engineer for ZF’s Commercial Vehicle Solutions (CVS), this position is part of the global Test & Validation (T&V) team responsible for the development and validation of ZF’s high technology electronic steering systems.  With specific expertise in software/firmware development, the position will support the product and test method development of embedded firmware in the areas of control systems, diagnostics, CAN-based communications, and mechatronics.  

• Support T&V globally by identifying, procuring, and implementing latest trends in laboratory equipment necessary for simulation of electronically controlled products in the laboratory setting.
• Manage Testing Plans, be capable to interact with Staff at different locations (Duesseldorf, Gelsenkirchen and Pamplona)
• Set up data acquisition instrumentation for research studies, product validation, quality audit, warranty analysis, and other specialty requests that may be required.
• Use data acquisition instrumentation and computers to control and monitor lab testing.  DUT Recording, Monitoring and result Reporting as needed.
• Perform testing set up definition and scripts release and document for traceability
• Perform on-vehicle evaluations – instrument vehicles for product testing with data acquisition systems for system evaluation our products. Troubleshooting - electronic control systems and data acquisition systems.

• Bachelor's Degree in technical field (Electrical or Mechanical Engineering preferred)
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in automotive industry, experience in mechatronics qualification testing experience preferred. 
• Steering system knowledge is preferred (passenger car, commercial vehicle and/or off highway). Vehicle communication protocols (specifically, J1939, CAN, and UDS)
• Knowledge in Quality/Statistical tools – VSM, Lean, Six Sigma, Shining.  Knowledge of environmental testing, EMC and electrical testing fundamentals. Ability to collect, maintain, and analyze data.
• Familiarity with ISO26262, ASPICE fundamentals
• Familiarity with measurement inspection gauges. Must be able to work with electronic equipment such as DVMs, Oscilloscopes, Frequency generators and Sound level meters.
• Ability to set-up and troubleshoot data acquisition instrumentation systems that measure parameters such as hydraulic flow, pressure, mechanical torque, force, vibration, and acceleration.  Ablility to read electrical/electronic schematics and mechanical blueprints as well as ability to perform mathematical calculations.
• LabVIEW and C# programming skills.  Requirement management (specifically, PTC Integrity, DOORS) and configuration management (JIRA) needed. 
• Solid understanding of Vehicle CAN bus and embedded software system tools like Vector CANapy and CANalyzer. Has competence with electronic bench work (soldering, troubleshooting, cable construction)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Power BI. Database design and maintenance for lab test stand data acquisition systems experience preferred.

• A supportive collaborative team environment
• Annual Incentive Plan
• Paid vacation
• 401k Plan
• Health Care Benefits
• Paid Holidays 
• A strong diversity culture
• Supportive Employee Groups and community outreach activities