Supervisor, Engineering - Vehicle Test - Military veterans preferred

Supervisor, Engineering - Vehicle Test

LOCATION: Avon / Ohio (US-OH), United States | BRAND: Bendix | REQUISITION ID: 8698 | JOB GRADE: 17

| ON-SITE/REMOTE: On-site

Want to help shape tomorrow? At Bendix we’ve been doing it for 90 years…setting the standard with advanced dynamic solutions that drive improved commercial vehicle performance and safety. We’re part of the Knorr-Bremse Group, the global leader in braking technologies. As part of our team, you’ll collaborate with a world of talented and dedicated colleagues whose sense of purpose complements your own. You’ll find rewarding opportunities, diverse experiences, partnerships, and an unwavering commitment to ethics and integrity. Innovation is part of our DNA. Achievement drives our culture. Learn more today! www.bendix.com/careers

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Position Title: Supervisor, Engineering – Vehicle Test

Reports To: Manager, Engineering – Test & Simulation

Date Last Revised: 07/01/2025

Position Summary

This position is responsible for managing the vehicle test supply chain including resource management (Proving Ground, Garage, Device handling, etc.), and supervises staff to ensure the objectives are met and work processes are continuously improved. Assigns and prioritizes work, reviews progress and evaluates results. Lead engineering projects and assist in problem solving activities. Develops engineering processes, procedures, methods, and standards. Mentors engineers and other technical staff.

Essential Functions:

• Proving Ground Management
  • Analyze the Proving Ground Facilities in terms of provided services (high utilization/low utilization), price, etc.
  • Manage resource distribution between contracted proving ground suppliers.
  • Support financial management and operation of proving ground booking and contracting.
• Mileage Accumulation Management
  • Benchmark and harmonize processes within KB/Bendix.
  • Develop and establish a working operational process/instruction.
  • Define driver profiles and evaluation methods for external partners.
  • Identify suppliers who can provide trained and skilled drivers for tests.
  • Conduct cost planning and analysis with Product Groups.
  • Develop processes for mileage accumulation.
• Resource Distribution
  • Manage fleet, including truck and trailer booking systems.
  • Distribute technician resources.
  • Distribute test equipment (DAQ, weights, outriggers, load racks, etc.).
• Performance/Cost Evaluation
  • Evaluate Proving Ground Utilization.
  • Assess test equipment distribution performance (outriggers, weights, load racks, trailers, trucks, etc.).
  • Create cost reports for management, highlighting cost-saving opportunities (e.g., selling/scrapping old or unused vehicles).
  • Manage weight/load/outrigger distribution efficiently between testing locations based on commitments to PJ/deliveries/test plans.
  • Coordinate towing services.
• Data Acquisition System
  • Maintain device inventory and improve calibration in collaboration with the CTO.
  • Improve DAQ systems and ensure proper distribution based on harmonized processes.
  • Evaluate DAQ suppliers and coordinate tool chains.
  • Develop processes for instrumentation (instructions).
• Bendix Garage/Technician Support
  • Take ownership of operations.
  • Develop and improve processes for lane booking systems, inventory, 5S, safety, truck and trailer booking systems, mileage accumulation processes, etc.
  • Provide training opportunities through Driver Academy and technician training programs.
• Supervise testing, product engineering, and design staff (including performance appraisals, time sheets, vacations and other administrative tasks).
• Leads team in achieving work unit objectives.
• Assigns and prioritize work in conjunction with Corporate’s Engineering Manager.
• Conducts performance reviews interviews and makes hiring recommendations.
• Performs and supervises tasks and Project Planning.
• Designs and implements policies and procedures in engineering discipline.
• Assists in developing engineering standards.
• Monitors and drives Engineering Process Improvements.
• Trains and provides work direction, mentors, and addresses any employee issues.
• Generate procedures and maintain records in compliance with IATF16949 procedures (e.g. gage’s calibrations, annual product quality audits).
• Completes project work as a member of the product team

Knowledge:

• Knowledgeable in engineering concepts/fundamentals, practices, and procedures.
• Knowledgeable in engineering design processes throughout product life cycle (concept, development, in production support, end of life)
• Electrical, Mechanical, and/or Control Systems background.
• Automotive and or commercial vehicle mechanical design, hardware, and/or control systems knowledge.
• Familiar with system level design, incorporating both electrical and mechanical components.
• Knowledgeable in engineering design validation (mechanical and electrical testing) processes.
• CAD Design and GD&T experience strongly preferred.

Experience:

• 5 years minimum of related experience; automotive environment preferred.
• Experience with manufacturing processes (e.g. die casting, injection molding, stamping, assembly).
• DFMEA responsibility.
• Experience leading DOE’s, tolerance analysis, root cause analysis.
• Experience and familiarity with FEA processes and technical reports is strongly preferred.
• Experience in knowledge transfer (mentorship) to peers.
• Experience in proposing new technologies and setting up new equipment in testing laboratories is highly preferred.

Skills:

• Highly skilled in people supervision.
• Highly skilled in project tracking.
• Capable of managing multiple projects and priorities.
• Drives critical milestones on assigned projects
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Able to work in a cross-functional team in a dynamic working environment.
• Self-starter.
• Ability to influence others in positive ways and work under conditions of changing priorities and work assignments.
• Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills
• Capable of keeping others informed of activities
• Hands-on: willing to work on mechanical issues, wiring issues, and software issues
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project

.Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in electrical, Mechanical or Mechatronic Engineering required
• Experience working on complex projects with several team members
• Experience Supervising Engineers

Position Requirements:

The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Fluent in the English Language.
• Must be physically capable of accessing underneath a truck vehicle to perform technical evaluations and troubleshooting activities
• Must be able to travel domestically 10% and internationally 1-5 times per year

Please note: At this time, we are not able to offer immigration sponsorship for new hires. All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future employment-based visa sponsorship.

What does Bendix have to offer you?
- Work/life balance that includes Paid Vacation & Holiday Paid Time Off
- 401k Plan with Company matching
- Retirement Savings Plan
- Educational Assistance Program (Tuition Reimbursement)
- Wellness Program and incentives
- Hybrid Work policy
- On-Site Fitness Center
- On-Site Cafeteria with Healthy menu options
- Health and Welfare Insurance Benefits that start on your 1st day of employment:

Company-Paid Benefits:
- Basic Life Insurance
- Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
- Short Term Disability
- Business Travel Accident Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Voluntary Employee-Paid Benefits:
- Medical and Prescription insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Supplemental Life Insurance Plans
- Supplemental AD&D insurance for Employee and Family
- Long Term Disability
- Accident Plan
- Critical Illness Plan
- Hospital Indemnity Plan
- Legal
- Identity Theft and Fraud Protection

Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

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