Verification and Validation Engineer

ARi, headquartered in East Peoria, IL, USA, is a rapidly expanding global engineering enterprise. The essence of our “i” symbolizes our distinctiveness from competitors – an embodiment of innovation, intelligence, ingenuity, and insight. Boasting a diverse team of over 1,500 engineering experts hailing from various nations and cultures across the globe, we are excellently poised to provide intricate and personalized resolutions to our esteemed clients.

This position within the Validation and Verification team will support product development at Peoria Proving Grounds by testing engine software, electrical systems, prototype and pilot hardware and engine-to-machine interactions. You will serve as an individual contributor executing validation activities that support and enhance product performance, durability, reliability, quality, and serviceability. This role will be responsible for performing on-machine engine software and validation activities for both New Product Introduction development and current product enhancements/Continuous Product Improvement resolution.

Duties & Responsibilities

• You will work closely with the engine application systems team and several process partners (engine platform teams, machine product groups, product support) to perform engine software checkouts/validation for IPSD-M/ IPSD-L/LPSD and to provide machine testing/system troubleshooting/engine rework support to BCP and Caterpillar Paving.
• Plan and execute testing of electronic and software systems prior to delivery of software to the engine factory or updates to the field. Validate that new products and updated products meet engineering requirements.
• Apply knowledge of engines, electrical systems and mechanical systems to perform troubleshooting of malfunctioning components and systems for machine engines
• Collaborate in cross-functional global teams that include other engineers, technologists, mechanics, instrumentation technicians, operators, and logisticians in a collaborative team environment to complete complex tasks safely, with the highest quality, while meeting project schedules and budgets.
• Learn the fundamentals of machine equipment operation through on-the-job training.
• Verification/Validation Engineers in this role are fully engaged in both electrical and mechanical systems activity through a technical awareness of the components, systems and software which they test
• Must demonstrate strong problem-solving skills
• Analyze test results and summarize conclusions
• Communicate & track product development issues
• Communicate technical information to team members and other business units
• Must demonstrate hands-on mechanical experience, familiarity and comfort with engine disassembly and assembly.
• Must demonstrate hands-on electrical/electronic system troubleshooting expertise.
• Requires a deep-rooted diesel engine technical and systems expertise and experience
• Routinely work in challenging environmental conditions, including heat, humidity, extreme cold and dust.
  
  

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or other accredited engineering curriculum.
• Willing to take Associates with 7 years’ experience.
• Open to Master Degree
• 4 years of engineering experience. Short term internships will not be considered.
• 3 years of experience engine system integration, and/or A&I or product support field experience
  
  

Required Skills

• Hands on mechanical experience, familiarity and comfort with engine disassembly and assembly
• Hands on electrical/electronic system troubleshooting expertise.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, manage change, and communicate effectively. Demonstrated capability and passion for software testing, troubleshooting, mechanical repair and problem resolution.
• Willingness to routinely work in challenging environmental conditions, including heat, humidity, extreme cold and dust.
• Demonstrated expertise in operation and fault modes of: electronic sensors, actuators & other inductive loads, classic controls methods (e.g. PID), communication networks (e.g. J1939/CAN/Ethernet), test automation, and instrumentations & data collection tools
• Experience in product development, engine performance/platform experience, machinery and equipment, vehicle testing, or mechanical components and systems
• Strong communication skills and a demonstrated ability to build positive working relationships across global cultures with coworkers.
• An eye for detail and ability to spot emerging issues or failures in components and systems.
• Self-starter with strong computer skills with the ability to multitask different software applications simultaneously to optimize and deliver desired results under challenging requirements
  
  

The Benefits Of Working At ARi

At ARi, our commitment to our employees goes beyond the workplace, ensuring comprehensive benefits. From day one, full-time employees enjoy group health, dental, and life insurance coverage. Additionally, vision coverage is accessible starting the following month.

Recognizing the significance of rejuvenation, we provide paid time off, sick days, company holidays, and maternity/paternity leave to our full-time staff. In times of loss, we also offer bereavement support. Furthermore, a

401(k) program is maintained for eligible employees.

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