What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Test Engineer position at Toyota Material Handling?
Job Description
Job Title
Mechanical Test Engineer
Location
TMH - Columbus IN
Job Description
About the Job:
As a mechanical test engineer, this associate will be responsible for test planning, development, scheduling, execution, data processing and communication with design and quality teams. This role is critical in evaluating the quality of design on various Toyota forklifts and technologies associated.
What You'll Be Doing:
In this role you will perform functions including:
What We're Looking For:
What You'll Get in Return:
Toyota Material Handling offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees which includes:
Affirmative Action Responsibility:
As a proud equal opportunity employer, reasonable accommodations may be available to individuals with disabilities to interview and to perform the essential functions of a role.
It is Toyota Material Handling's policy to afford equal employment and advancement opportunity for all qualified individuals without distinction or discrimination because of race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
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About Toyota Material Handling
Big NameBig OpportunitiesLife is Better at Toyota
Let Toyota take your career to new heights. Toyota Material Handling provides employees with the opportunity to make a meaningful impact through innovation and creativity in an unmatched culture.
Based in Columbus, Indiana, Toyota offers a full line of high-quality material handling equipment sold under the Toyota brand for over 50 years. We hire great people from a wide array of backgrounds, not just because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes Toyota Material Handling stronger. We seek individuals committed to excellence with talent, skill and innovation. We offer a generous salary and benefits package with a pleasant and enthusiastic work environment.
Alternate Locations
TMH - Columbus IN
FLSA
Exempt
Mechanical Test Engineer
Location
TMH - Columbus IN
Job Description
About the Job:
As a mechanical test engineer, this associate will be responsible for test planning, development, scheduling, execution, data processing and communication with design and quality teams. This role is critical in evaluating the quality of design on various Toyota forklifts and technologies associated.
What You'll Be Doing:
In this role you will perform functions including:
- Participate in TMH's FMEA process and interpret test requirements from design teams to develop test specifications and test plans.
- Responsible for planning and developing the Battery and truck Test Strategy. Study the next generation component and system level designs for heavy equipment projects.
- Work with the Design and other test Engineers to review test standards, old test reports and decide on tests to be performed.
- Confer with Quality Assurance team, Development and Product Management to participate in project planning and ensure the effective testing within design constraints.
- Draft the test plans and meet with design engineers and quality team members to confirm the details of the test plan.
- Design and document the fixtures required for testing using the training and processflow provided.
- Plan and specify equipment required for truck-level testing, component, and system level testing.
- Acquire and process test data, analyze the results and provide engineering interpretations.
- Review test reports completed by test technicians.
- Update project related data as required in applicable systems and ensure timely reporting and response to stakeholders.
- Interpreting test data and performing root cause analysis in case of any failures. Countermeasure testing related issues as they arise through the issue tracking process flow. Work with design team to countermeasure any test that doesn't meet criteria.
- Database management for test results, test data analysis (using n-code, MATLAB, Excel, or other tools).
- Select proper sensors to acquire the data.
- Participate in the development of new test procedures as required.
- Assist in basic electrical or system related testing as required.
- Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
- Additional duties as assigned.
What We're Looking For:
- BS in Mechanical Engineering or related field of study. MS Preferred
- Prefer 2 years of experience in test engineering roles in a major OEM. System level test experience preferred.
- Experience with component, fatigue, and mechanical system related test characterizations.
- Background in Vibration, fatigue, thermal, stress, durability, and environmental testing.
- Working knowledge of control systems and electrical subsystems. Experience with CANBus protocols and testing. Experience with testing controllers, motor drivers or similar electro-mechanical components is highly preferred.
- Possess the technical ability to read, evaluate, understand, and communicate data from prints and technical standard documents.
- Understanding of Design of Experiments and Accelerated Life Testing principles.
- Ability to participate and take initiatives to drive process improvements activities.
- Experienced in constructing complex project schedules involving timelines, manpower and resources.
- Understanding of product life cycles, and application of relevant test methodologies.
- Experience with sensor technologies
- Experience with n-Code or other data processing software.
- Excellent team player with strong communication skills both written and verbal.
- Strong project management experience and leadership skills.
- Ability to travel (<10%) to support testing, customer, or supplier visits.
What You'll Get in Return:
Toyota Material Handling offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees which includes:
- Generous Salary Bonus Program
- Low cost Medical with FREE Dental and FREE Vision Insurance
- FREE on-site medical center
- FREE on-site gym membership
- 401k matching
- Group life insurance
- Employee assistance program (EAP) that allows for covered behavioral health visits
- Generous paid time off (PTO) allotment
- Between 13-14 paid holidays
- New Parent Leave
Affirmative Action Responsibility:
As a proud equal opportunity employer, reasonable accommodations may be available to individuals with disabilities to interview and to perform the essential functions of a role.
It is Toyota Material Handling's policy to afford equal employment and advancement opportunity for all qualified individuals without distinction or discrimination because of race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
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- Instagram: instagram.com/toyotaforklift/
- LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/toyota-material-handling
About Toyota Material Handling
Big NameBig OpportunitiesLife is Better at Toyota
Let Toyota take your career to new heights. Toyota Material Handling provides employees with the opportunity to make a meaningful impact through innovation and creativity in an unmatched culture.
Based in Columbus, Indiana, Toyota offers a full line of high-quality material handling equipment sold under the Toyota brand for over 50 years. We hire great people from a wide array of backgrounds, not just because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes Toyota Material Handling stronger. We seek individuals committed to excellence with talent, skill and innovation. We offer a generous salary and benefits package with a pleasant and enthusiastic work environment.
Alternate Locations
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