Associate Engineer - Certification Testing

Role Summary

As an Associate Engineer you gain experience in the timely preparation and testing of emission certification vehicles. This role is the liaison between the Emission Certification/OBD teams at EEO, the technical teams in USA/Europe, the Testing Lab and Proving Grounds for any testing related questions and issues.

Role Responsibilities

Vehicle Testing & Analysis – (75%)

• Supports with monitoring of federal and state regulatory certification testing requirements
• Supports the coordination of upcoming certification testing projects
• Supports the creation and alignment of test plans and test requests between the department and the lab
• Supports in the coordination of mileage accumulation (e.g., 4k / 150k miles)
• Supports the development of deterioration factors for exhaust/evaporative emissions
• Assists in certification testing, primarily emissions, verification and fuel economy testing; supporting of OBD testing
• Assists with the ordering, preparation and disposal of test vehicles in accordance with VW internal and regulatory requirements
• Supports with the performance of inspections of test vehicles to ensure it represents production vehicle (e.g., parts check)
• Supports the Testing Lab during the test execution as needed
• Liaison between other EEO department locations (e.g., Auburn Hills), the Oxnard Engineering Campus and Arizona Proving Grounds
• Liaison to technical teams (e.g., VWGoA Engineering & Planning Center, VW Mexico, VW AG) and production teams to resolve vehicle issues
• Ensures documentation of test results
• Assists with PEMS (Portable Emission Measurement Systems) testing and analysis
• Supports the review of AECDs and calibrations to identify issues and inconsistencies
• Coordinates billing activities and tracks performed tests
  
  

OBD / Certification Application and Reports – (15%)

• Supports the Certification and OBD Application creation and submission process as needed
• Assists with the review of technical bulletins and coordination with VWGoA service colleagues to maintain consistency/transparency between certification and service related documents
• Supports the creation of reports along with supporting documentation and conduct any necessary follow up related to the testing results
  
  

Communication and Special Projects – (10%)

• Supports other testing activities (e.g., special project testing) as needed
• Communicate certification testing status to internal customers
• Works with Technical Program Management team to document and enhance internal processes
  
  

Qualifications

Years of Experience:

• 0 – 2 years relevant experience
  
  

Education - Required

• Bachelor’s Degree (preferably in Engineering, Information Systems, Automotive Technology, or related field)
  
  

Education - Desired

• Master’s Degree in Engineering or related field
  
  

Skills

• Communication skills – Interpersonal, presentation and written
• Problem solving
• Analytical and conceptual thinking – Using logic and reason, creative and strategic
• Computer savvy – Skilled in the use of technical/business software
• Integration - joining people, processes or systems
• Influencing and negotiation skills
• Resource management
  
  

Specialized Skills - Required

• Awareness of emission / OBD regulations and emission certification procedures
• Basic technical knowledge of automotive powertrain, emission control systems, and emission measurement techniques.
  
  

Specialized Skills - Desired

• Understanding of Volkswagen Group product portfolio, including technical features
• Knowledge of emission/ OBD calibration or certification and emission testing.
• Basic understanding of PEMS (Portable Emissions Measurement System) testing
• Knowledge of engineering and analysis software (e.g., DiagRA, AVL Concerto)
• Basic understanding of calibration methodology and calibration thresholds
  
  

Work Flexibility

• ~10% travel to various (test) locations in the US required
• Workload occasionally requires additional hours beyond a normal work schedule incl. weekends
• Work schedule can be flexible (e.g., flextime, or compressed work week) in alignment with management
• Must be available to contact colleagues at U.S. and European locations and government agencies across the U.S. and Canada.
  
  

Compensation

Salary range is dependent on factors such as geographical differentials, industry-based experience, skills, training, credentials, and other qualifications.

In the state of California, the salary range is $63,300 - $86,900.

Volkswagen Group of America is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds, and do not discriminate based on race, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, color, gender identity/expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable laws.

Fully On-Site

Primary Location

United States-California-Oxnard