Automotive Project Engineer, Durability
hace 3 días
Tarragona
ph3Shaping the Future of Automotive Engineering /h3 pApplus+ IDIADA is a global leader in automotive engineering, offering a dynamic and rewarding career opportunity for professionals passionate about shaping the future of mobility. As a TOP Employer certified company with over 3400 professionals from more than 20 countries, we provide a diverse and inclusive work environment that fosters innovation and growth with colleagues from over 50 nationalities contributing to safer, more efficient, and sustainable vehicles. /p pEnjoy a highly flexible hybrid work model in a company that takes care of the employees’ wellbeing, offering work‑life balance benefits such as subsidized canteen, free language courses, transport and coaching services. /p pJoin a company that has a deep commitment to sustainability and push yourself to reach your full potential in a dynamic and challenging setting that values innovation and expertise. /p h3Why join us? /h3 pEnjoy a highly flexible hybrid work model in a company that takes care of the employees’ wellbeing, offering work‑life balance benefits such as subsidized canteen, free language courses, transport and coaching services. /p pJoin a company that has a deep commitment to sustainability and push yourself to reach your full potential in a dynamic and challenging setting that values innovation and expertise. /p h3Job Description /h3 pWe’re looking for a highly analytical and results‑driven bDurability Engineer /b to join our Complete Vehicle Durability team. In this role, you will lead the design, planning, and execution of comprehensive durability testing programs for conventional and electrified vehicles, ensuring robust and reliable product performance. You will play a key role in delivering durability validation activities, working closely with cross‑functional teams to meet project milestones while addressing the challenges associated with electrified powertrains, vehicle management systems, and advanced multi‑material vehicle architectures. /p h3Responsibilities /h3 ul liLead the development, planning, and execution of complete vehicle durability validation programs in line with customer requirements and automotive standards /li liDefine test strategies, load cases, and validation plans based on vehicle usage profiles and development targets /li liOversee and conduct durability testing activities in laboratory and field environments, ensuring high‑quality data acquisition and traceability /li liAnalyze and interpret durability test data to identify failure modes, degradation mechanisms, and improvement opportunities /li liPrepare and present detailed technical reports, including clear recommendations for design improvements and validation status /li liDrive durability validation of electrified vehicle architectures, including battery‑integrated structures, lightweight and multi‑material body designs, and evolving load paths linked to new vehicle layouts /li liEvaluate the impact of electric powertrain systems, thermal behavior, and mass distribution on vehicle durability performance /li liAnalyze interactions between vehicle management systems (e.g., BMS, energy and powertrain control strategies) and mechanical durability, including interpretation of vehicle network data (e.g., CAN signals) /li liSupport correlation between physical testing and simulations, contributing to model validation and durability prediction accuracy /li liCollaborate with design, CAE, and system engineering teams to resolve durability issues and influence product development decisions /li liLead root cause investigations for durability‑related failures and define corrective actions /li liMentor junior engineers and support knowledge development within the team /li liContribute to the continuous improvement of durability methodologies, tools, and testing procedures /li liManage test planning, resources, and project timelines to ensure efficient and high‑quality project delivery /li /ul h3Qualifications /h3 ul liBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field /li li5–7 years of experience in automotive durability, testing, or validation engineering /li liStrong knowledge of durability principles, including fatigue, structural mechanics, and failure analysis /li liProven experience in defining and executing durability test programs at component, system, or vehicle level /li liAdvanced data analysis capabilities and experience with engineering tools (e.g., Diadem, Python, or equivalent) /li liExperience working with vehicle instrumentation and data acquisition systems /li liStrong problem‑solving skills with the ability to lead technical discussions and decision‑making /li liEffective communication skills and ability to work in cross‑functional, international teams /li /ul h3Preferred Skills and Experience /h3 ul liExperience with electrified vehicles (BEV, HEV, PHEV) and associated structural and system‑level challenges /li liKnowledge of vehicle management systems, including BMS, control systems, and vehicle communication networks (e.g., CAN) /li liExperience with correlation and durability simulation methodologies /li liFamiliarity with lightweight design, multi‑material structures, and battery enclosure validation /li liUnderstanding of automotive development processes (e.g., DVP, validation plans, quality gates) /li liExperience in proving‑ground testing and real‑world load data analysis /li liLeadership or mentoring experience within engineering teams /li liKnowledge of automotive quality assurance processes /li liProject coordination or technical support experience /li liFluent in English and other languages as Chinese will be valuable /li /ul h3Additional Information /h3 pWhat are the phases of the selection process? /p pHere’s your roadmap: /p ul li1st: Submit your application and complete our screening questions. /li li2nd: Quick chat with HR. /li li3rd: Interview with the hiring team and complete English and attitudinal assessments. /li li4th: Receive your offer and begin your onboarding journey. /li /ul pLet’s start this adventure together! /p pApplus IDIADA is committed to bequality /b, bdiversity /b and binclusion /b. We don’t put limits on you, so don’t put limits on yourself either. There is a place for everyone. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr
