Senior Vehicle Systems Bench Engineer

As the leading transit bus manufacturer in the United States, GILLIG buses play a critical role in the environmental and social initiatives in communities across our nation.  GILLIG is on the forefront in the transition to zero-emission vehicles and has an unmatched reputation in the industry for quality, reliability, durability, service, and support.  From initial design through final assembly, each GILLIG bus is designed and built in Livermore, CA. 

WHY GILLIG

• Leader in environmentally friendly mobility solutions including battery electric, hybrid electric, near-zero CNG and clean diesel transit buses
• Renowned for its inclusive team/family-oriented culture
• Stable, successful, and growing organization – a Bay Area business for over 132 years!
• Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs)
• Excellent compensation including company paid medical premiums, generous retirement plan and other comprehensive benefits

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

GILLIG Engineering is responsible for the development, customization, and configuration of GILLIG’s clean technology heavy-duty transit buses.  We are committed to developing the most reliable buses that connect communities, eliminates congestion, and contributes to a greener environment.  Our engineers are engaged in designing, analyzing, testing, launching, and problem solving across a wide range of technical areas. 

Validation Engineering is responsible for the testing, simulation, and evaluation of systems, components and vehicle platforms for GILLIG’s continuously evolving product line.  It is instrumental in ensuring design requirements are met and overall performance meets the harsh demands of the heavy-duty transit bus duty-cycle.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for a Senior Vehicle Systems Bench Engineer to join our Validation group. The Senior Vehicle Systems Bench Engineer will be guided by technical requirements to conduct complex system and vehicle level design verification (DV) and production validation (PV) tests to confirm achievement of these requirements within established program timelines. The role also provides opportunities, with the creation of tools and processes, for traceability of DFMEA to DVP&R to final reports.

This is a hands-on, on-site role at our Livermore, CA facility and reports to the Manager of Validation and may also receive guidance from more senior engineers.

IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL

• Own the process of Hardware in the Loop (HIL) development activities, including commissioning the bench, facilitating software delivery schedules, test planning and automation development and execution.
• Work with stakeholders to scope facility, equipment needs for bench build and system integration tests.
• Lead test automation strategy, develop scripts using (MATLAB, Python, CANoe, VeriStand, etc.) to perform and execute automated testing.
• Optimize the systems, tools, processes, and infrastructure to ensure that bench(es) are properly prioritized and built correctly and on schedule, test cases and procedures are properly documented and conducted according to software release schedules.
• Work with integration engineers to design and build test benches to test high voltage and low voltage systems
• Work with the relevant engineers to meet diagnostic coverage requirements
• Run testing with native hardware to exercise software to edge case requirements on systems benches, document and report test results, follow through with non-conformances
• Troubleshoot Systems/ECUs using lab and measurement equipment including power supplies, oscilloscopes, multimeters as well as tools such as Vector CANoe, CANalyzer, CANape and NI Tools etc.
• Coordinate with test engineers and perform system level testing, document non-conformances using TIR process and work closely with Engineering to resolve issues.
• Report on programmatic metrics, risk assessments and corrective actions relating to testing and software development to Leadership

SCOPE OF THE ROLE:

• Autonomy: Ability to work independently with review at critical points.
• Technically Minded: Apply industry practices and standards (NFPA, NEC, APTA, etc.) and provide input and advice to other staff members on industry practices and standards. Exhibit advanced wide-ranging experience, using in-depth professional knowledge, acumen, concepts and company objectives to develop, resolve complex models and procedures.
• Time Management: Work productively with all stakeholders to deliver projects on schedule and on budget.
• Communication: Collaborate and teach up, down and across the organization to help raise the skills and knowledge of the GILLIG team. Adapt style to differing audiences and adept at persuasion on complex subjects.
• Complexity: Responsible for a certain set of DV/PV plans within the team. Work on problems of diverse, complex scope where analysis of information requires evaluation of identifiable factors. Devise solutions based on limited information and precedent and adapt existing approaches to resolve issues. Use evaluation, judgment, and interpretation to select the right course of action.
• Quality & Standards: Verification and validation documentation is comprehensive, traceable to requirements & objectives, and complete. Released test plans and reports are thorough, clear and concise, with a high attention to detail.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
• Minimum 5 years of experience within the Engineering industry
• Experience in automotive and/or heavy-duty vehicle system benches and software development
• Expertise with open and closed loop control systems for sensors, actuators, body controllers, and ECUs, including proficiency in CAN-Bus, LIN, and Ethernet communication protocols.
• Proficiency in MATLAB, Simulink, and Stateflow.
• Operating knowledge of various programming languages, and vehicle serial data protocols.  SAE J1939, SAE J3117, IEEE 802.3bw/bp
• Prior experience with the integrating controls systems with low and high voltage automotive environments
• Strong, hands-on experience in troubleshooting, product assembly, prototyping, testing, and validation
• Experience working with major component suppliers, engineering service suppliers, testing suppliers, design and validation engineering
• High operating knowledge of industry standards such as FMVSS, NHTSA, DOT, NFPA, SAE, and NEC.
• Operational knowledge of ADA, APTA Bus Procurement Guidelines, NFPA
• Experience with “hands-on” troubleshooting, product assembly, prototyping, testing, and validation activities (on site and at remote locations)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Ability to lift 25 lbs.
• Prolonged periods of sitting/standing at a desk and working on a computer
• Regularly required to sit, stand, and walk and occasionally kneel or squat
• The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
• Must be able to navigate manufacturing environment, comfortable around heavy machinery, tools, etc.
• Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment, (i.e. safety glasses, bump caps, hearing protection, etc.)
• Limited travel may be required
• Standard start time: 6:00 am (negotiable)

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

GILLIG is committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and respects the unique talents, experiences, and perspectives of our employees and the people we serve. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

EXPECTED COMPENSATION

$115,400 - $158,680/annual salary + premium benefits  

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job classification, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if a candidate receives an offer of employment.

GILLIG is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer.