{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"cc731ee168e047421fd66737","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/cc731ee168e047421fd66737","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/cc731ee168e047421fd66737","title":"Range & Performance Test Engineer","description":"Job Description\r\nIn this position, you will take deep ownership of hub and chassis dynamometer testing, serving as a technical authority on road load characterization, drivetrain efficiency, and real-world performance translation.\r\nYou will partner closely with powertrain, controls, thermal, and vehicle dynamics teams to ensure our vehicles meet ambitious performance and range targets.\r\nResponsibilities\r\nPlan and execute vehicle testing for acceleration, power delivery, gradeability, and towing across various temperatures, SOC, and loading conditions.\r\nContribute to the final design and commissioning of best-in-class test cells (chassis dyno, hub dynos, climatic chambers) and develop internal standards for EV range & performance testing.\r\nCreate SOPs for lab operations in accordance to ISO/IEC 17025 for dyno calibrations/ maintenance and vehicle operations.\r\nLead validation across chassis/hub dynos and on-road environments.\r\nSupport global range and energy efficiency development & certification testing for regulatory labeling across international markets.\r\nOwn test procedures for hub and chassis dynos, including grade simulations, towing mass/drag modeling. Specify dyno requirements for torque capacity, inertia simulation, and cooling.\r\nDirect precise instrumentation of test vehicles, including the installation of torque transducers, thermocouples, voltage/current measurements, & other instrumentation to ensure high-fidelity data acquisition for integrity and traceability.\r\nAnalyze large datasets to extract powertrain efficiency maps and provide correlation studies on physics-based models to diagnose discrepancies between simulation and real-world results.\r\nDrive collaboration with powertrain, controls, and thermal teams to provide test-driven feedback on motor/inverter calibration, torque limits, thermal derating, and aero trade studies.\r\nQualifications\r\nBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.\r\n5+ years of experience in vehicle performance or range testing (EV experience highly preferred).\r\nDeep hands-on experience operating and managing Hub and Chassis dynamometers including direct experience with ISO/IEC 17025 and understanding of 40CFR1066 and UNECE R154 (WLTP).\r\nStrong technical understanding of EV powertrain physics, torque/efficiency characterization, and road load modeling (coastdown testing).\r\nProven experience executing gradeability and towing performance testing.\r\nProficiency in data analysis tools such as Python or MATLAB for processing complex vehicle datasets.\r\nEven better, you may have...\r\nMaster's degree in Engineering or a related field.\r\nExpertise in regulatory range certification procedures (EPA, WLTP, GTR).\r\nExperience with thermal derating, protection strategies, and high-voltage EV safety practices.\r\nFamiliarity with vehicle simulation tools (CarSim, GT-Suite, AVL) and data acquisition systems (Vector, ATI, DEWESoft).\r\nPrior involvement in test lab build-out or dyno hardware specification.\r\nYou may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!\r\nBenefits\r\nImmediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage.\r\nFlexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more.\r\nFamily building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more.\r\nVehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases.\r\nTuition assistance.\r\nEstablished and active employee resource groups.\r\nPaid time off for individual and team community service.\r\nA generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day.\r\nPaid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.\r\nThis position is a salary grade 8 and ranges from $135,420–226,980.\r\nFor more information on salary and benefits, https://fordcareers.co/GSR.\r\nVisa sponsorship is available for this position.\r\nCandidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.\r\nWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.\r\nThis position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week.\r\nUEV\r\nAbout the company\r\nFord Motor Company\r\nBe vigilant about potential scams, phishing attempts, or fraudulent activities, and seek credible sources or reviews to assess the trustworthiness of the company. Remember, your personal and financial security is paramount, and taking preventive measures is crucial to safeguarding your information from potential risks and unauthorized use. 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