Body Engineering Contractor

Job Title: (Body Engineering Contractor) About Kyyba: Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Farmington Hills, MI, Kyyba has a global presence delivering high-quality resources and top-notch recruiting services, enabling businesses to effectively respond to organizational changes and technological advances. At Kyyba, the overall well-being of our employees and their families is important to us. We are proud of our work culture which embodies our core values; incorporating value, passion, excellence, empowerment, and happiness, creates a vibrant and productive atmosphere. We empower our employees with the resources, incentives, and flexibility that they need to support a healthy, balanced, and fulfilling career by providing many valuable benefits and a balanced compensation structure combined with career development. Job Description Job Summary Body Validation Engineer Job Description Who we are looking for: Client is seeking an energetic, organized, and experienced Body Validation Engineer to join our growing team. This position will own all aspects of body testing and validation for Client responsible functional requirements from component level to vehicle level. You'll ensure our body testing meets the highest standards of safety, data integrity, and integration with our body systems engineering — on budget and on time. What you get to do:Lead the validation activities for Client programs as primary interface to Engineering, out-source test labs, suppliers, test vehicle fleet, etc.Facilitate physical validation activities with Client and test facilities: Document disposition and drive issue closure to meet program timingObtain timely test vendor quotes for all testing activities, facilitate testing by creating purchase Orders and Test RequestsSupport Client pursuit/quote team with cost estimatesRepresent Client at testing ReviewsDevelop, manage and publish DVP&R for specific sub-systems to meet program timing.Work effectively in a team environment with a cross-functional team: design engineering, suppliers, CAE, quality, craftsmanship, manufacturing, purchasingDevelop and maintain validation timing plansEstablish effective communications (written and verbal) between interior engineering, internal groups and suppliersGenerate and implement cost savings ideasDocument test results and issues as requiredBe an integral part of an energetic team that's challenging the status quo of vehicle design.What you bring to the team:Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET accredited university or equivalent.4+ years of validation engineering / testing experience in the automotive industry including experience in body related FMVSS test modes.Ability to use lab equipment to support internal body validation testing.Experience in working with suppliers and customersEnergetic personality: Self-starter with a high passion for success.Excellent organization and planning skills.Ability to manage and coordinate multiple complex tasks simultaneously.Ability to travel to visit suppliers, test labs and Client sites; up to 20% domestically / locally.Microsoft Office proficiency: Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word.Excellent communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills.High level of integrity and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced startup environment.Broad vehicle level experience in the areas of BIW, Closures, Hardware, Exterior design or testingLocation: (Troy Michigan) Disclaimer: Kyyba is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Kyyba does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Minorities / Females / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need." It is the policy of Kyyba to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact Kyyba at 248-813-9665 Rewards: Medical, dental, vision 401k Term life Voluntary life and disability insurance Optional Pre-paid legal plan Optional Identity theft plan Optional Medical and dependent FSA Work-visa sponsorship Opportunity for advancement Long-term assignment with opportunity for hire by client SELECT AWARDSAn INC 5000 company for 10 yearsCorp! Michigan Economic Bright SpotsCrain's Detroit Business Top Staffing Service Companies in DetroitTechServe Alliance Excellence Award- IT and Engineering Staffing & SolutionsBest of MichBusiness winner in HR Wizards & PartnershipsMetro Detroit Elite Category: Recruitment, Selection & Orientation for 101 Best & Brightest101 Best & Brightest Companies to Work for in Michigan