InDepth Engineering Solutions

OBD PVE Test Engineer

InDepth Engineering Solutions  •  Auburn Hills, MI (Hybrid)  •  3 months ago
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Job Description


  • OBD PVE Test Engineer

    The OBD Production Vehicle Evaluation (PVE) Test Engineer is responsible for executing assigned OBD diagnostic demonstration programs which are submitted to the California Air Resources Board (CARB) to support OBD certification.

    Responsibilities include but not limited to:


    • Ordering test vehicles


    • Managing vehicle buildup, testing, and de-instrumentation and generating work order requests for vehicle instrumentation as needed


    • Completing PVE testing following internally published best practices. This includes the following:


      • Use of CAN and LIN communication software to ensure detection of networking faults


      • Interfacing with a breakout harness and installing resistors on electrical lines to ensure detection of circuit faults


      • Utilizing hardware (e.g. different EGR valves) to ensure detection of various faults


      • Driving of company vehicles on road for fault detection as needed


    • Taking Vehicle Diagnostic scans for data collection


    • Facilitate the investigation of issues found during testing with Engineering teams


    • Analyzing results to ensure faulted demonstration per documented procedures


    • Support OBD Reporting Engineering with updates to documented procedures as needed


    • Support identification and read across of procedural concerns within the consolidated procedures document


    • Submit requests to Instrumentation to have new breakout harnesses built as needed


Requirements


  • Requirements:


    • Bachelor’s degree in engineering required


    • Minimum 2 years experience in OBD testing, certification, compliance, emissions testing, or similar


    • Must have strong computer skills (Microsoft Office, MS Excel) and willing behavior of adherence to processes


    • Must be detail oriented, have good people skills, and be a self-starter


    • Ability to independently manage project objectives and activities


    • Must have good communication and coordinating skills to manage multiple vehicle programs


    • Exposure in:


      • Understand regulatory certification related to OBD PVE testing or vehicle emissions testing


      • Compile/review data and prepare necessary documentation in a timely manner.


    • Experience with working in an automotive lab environment. Comfortable working with government employees


    • Experience setting OBD faults


    • Hybrid and/or Electric vehicle testing experience is a plus

InDepth Engineering Solutions

About InDepth Engineering Solutions

InDepth Engineering Solutions, a turnkey consultancy firm established in 2006, has been offering comprehensive mechanical design and engineering services. Throughout our journey, we have served clients across various industries, including:

• Automotive

• EV, HEV & Alternate Fuel Vehicles

• Amusement Park & Themed Entertainment

• Commercial Vehicles (Bus & Truck)

• Specialty Vehicles (Mobility & RV)

• Renewable Energy

• Heavy Equipment

• Consumer Products

• Aerospace

• Medical Devices

With a diverse team of engineers driven by passion and perseverance for excellence, InDepth Engineering Solutions remains committed to delivering innovative solutions for projects worldwide. Our core competencies encompass:

• Ideation & Concept Design

• Mechanical Systems Design

• Modeling (CAD), Drafting & GD&T

• Computer Aided Engineering (CAE)

• Reverse Engineering

• Prototyping & Fabrication

• Instrumentation, Testing & Data Acquisition

• Electrical & Control Systems Design

• Root Cause & Failure Mode Analysis (DFMEA)

• Third Party Reviews & Certification

• Onsite Support & Staffing Solutions

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Industry
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Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Troy, Michigan
Year Founded
2006
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