Noise, Vibration, & Harshness (NVH) Test Engineer

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Job Title:

Noise, Vibration, & Harshness (NVH) Test Engineer

Pay Grade:

T2

Job Description:

Do you want to be part of improving the way the world works?

For more than a century, Allison Transmission has been on the front lines of innovation that truly impacts how our world moves. Allison continues to create innovative propulsion solutions for our customers that drive our world forward. Our electric hybrids are bridging the charging infrastructure gap while decreasing greenhouse gases. Our traditional powertrain products used in ambulances, school busses, and even battle tanks, where lives are relying on our technologies.

Allison’s team is comprised of dedicated individuals across the globe, and our drive for innovation is being felt worldwide. Our vision is to be the global leader in commercial-duty propulsion solutions that Improve the Way the World Works. By joining our team, there are numerous ways to learn and contribute as we develop propulsion solutions that meet the needs OEMs and end users. Drive your career forward, with this opportunity as a Noise, Vibration, And Harshness (NVH) Test Engineer located in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Job Description Summary

Candidate is responsible for planning, managing, developing and oversight of the execution of Noise and Vibration data collection and analysis.  Work involves testing/analyzing various transmission components and powertrain systems.  The NVH Engineer will be responsible for configuring test systems, data collection & analysis, test reports and working closely every day as an interface between Product Engineering and our valued internal/external customers. 

Job Description

Essential Duties:

• Basic understanding of transmission and powertrain systems.
• Utilization of a systems engineering approach to design, develop, implement, and execute  reliable, repeatable testing in support of business needs and timing.
• Plans, manages, and oversees the execution of NVH tests.
• Documents test events/results through Test Reports, log entries and database entries as appropriate.
• Prepares, or assists in preparation of program bids or requests for cost estimates.
• Observes applicable procedures and practices as delineated in Test Operations Manual, PE Procedures, and Standard Procedures.
• Working with a high level of independent judgment and decision making.
• Establishes and updates best practices and standardized testing procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Acoustical Engineering or equivalent degree/experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Proficient with NVH analysis tools (Siemens LMS preferred)
• Proficient in oral and written business communication.
• Experience in laboratory test environment as well as Field Engineering.
• Technology experience with noise and vibration analysis, data acquisition equipment and systems, and heavy duty test equipment or equivalent experience with industrial systems.
• Ability to generate clear and concise formal presentations and proposals.
• High level of analytical ability.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to set and meet goals for all work.
• Demonstrated technical ability.
• Proficient with computer operations, including Microsoft Office tools.
• Ability to travel as needed

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• 5 years of Mechanical/Automotive Systems Engineering experience with a focus in Noise, Vibration and Harshness.
• Balancing experience with a focus in grade/quality.
• Torsional vibration measurement and analysis
• Modal analysis
• Basic knowledge of automatic transmission operation, clutches, controls (both hydraulic and electrical), hydraulics, gears, electric machines, and hybrid and electrified propulsion systems desired but not required.
• Basic knowledge and troubleshooting experience in various powertrain systems preferred.

Primary Location:

Indianapolis, IN

Additional Locations:

Allison Transmission is an equal opportunity employer. We have opportunities for all qualified applicants regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, creed, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.

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