Auto req ID: 51407
Title: Staff Test Engineer - NVH
Job Function: Engineering
Location: PDC
Workplace Category:Onsite
Company: Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Shift: SHIFT1 At Harley-Davidson, we are building more than machines. It's our passion and commitment to continue the evolution of this storied brand, and heighten the desirability of the Harley-Davidson experience. To keep building our legend and leading our industry through innovation, evolution, and emotion we need the best and brightest talent. We stand for the timeless pursuit of adventure. Freedom for the soul. Are you ready to join us?
The Harley-Davidson Motor Company Product Development Center (PDC) located in Wauwatosa, WI is home to the mantra - You dream it. We build it. Join our team as a Staff Test Engineer - NVH.
Job SummaryDemonstrates specialized depth and / or breadth of expertise in training and mentoring team members in the use of test lab equipment control systems in support of product and systems engineering, advanced innovation, long term technology development and quality initiatives within Product Development Engineering. Impacts the achievement of various regulatory testing that enables Harley-Davidson Motor Company to support the world-wide availability of its products.
Job Responsibilities- Resolves complex problems involving test criteria, test standards, application of test methods and analysis of test results.
- Deep expertise in ability to analyze, compile, and report quality test results to engineering in a timely manner.
- Develops new techniques using state-of-the-art technologies, develops current tests, improves processes in order to reduce test and product development time.
- Works independently, requiring guidance on only the most complex situations while successfully applying instrumentation tools and techniques and providing high quality test data through detailed understanding of transducer designs, calibration, limitations, and their appropriate usage.
- Strict adherence to and leads others within own and across other departments in the 5S concept and all other supporting Continuous Improvement methods.
- Applies and communicates difficult concepts such as statistical analysis in daily work and negotiates with others to effectively influence Root Cause Analysis (e.g. Cause Map, Fishbone, etc.) as appropriate within own and across departments.
- Develops new (component, system, or vehicle) test methods to evaluate new failure modes or a new component/system.
- Deep understanding / may lead functional teams or projects in correlation between field, track, road or laboratory testing with a goal of shortening test times.
Education RequirementsBachelor's Degree Required
Education Specifications- This position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or other related technical Degree or PE license.
Experience RequirementsRequired- Proficient with NVH data acquisition and analysis
- Proficient with Siemens Test Lab
- Typically requires a minimum of 8 years of related experience
- Demonstrated ability to lead a group and / or team and provide guidance to other employees such as engineers, technical specialists, mechanics and riders.
Preferred- Knowledge of engines, transmission and drivetrain noise and vibration analysis
- Knowledge of sound quality analysis
The pay range shown represents the national average pay range for this role. Your pay may be more or less than the stated range and is dependent on your geographic location and level of experience.
We offer an inclusive compensation package for all full-time salaried employees including, but not limited to, annual bonus programs, health insurance benefits, a 401k program, onsite fitness centers and employee stores, employee discounts on products and accessories, and more. Learn more about Harley-Davidson here.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.
Direct Reports: No
Travel Required: 0 - 10%
Pay Range: $119,300 - $184,800 Visa Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or visa transfer
Relocation: This position is eligible for domestic relocation assistance (within posted country) 
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