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Allison Transmission

Associate Engineer, Test Engineering

Allison Transmission, Indianapolis, Indiana, us, 46262

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JOIN THE TEAM THAT'S POWERING PROGRESS

Building cities. Driving commerce. Saving lives. For over 100 years, Allison Transmission has powered the vehicles and technology that move our world forward.What powers us? Our employees. From the first person hired by James Allison in 1915 to the thousands across the globe who work for Allison today, we're driving progress everywhere because we employ top talent worldwide.

Learn more about this role and how you can begin driving your career forward!

Benefits:

The below list features some of the benefits currently available. Eligibility may be subject to the terms and conditions of governing documents and available benefits may be subject to change at the company's discretion.

Choice of medical plans with prescription coverage

Employer HSA contribution

Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

Short & Long-Term Disability

Other voluntary benefits including: Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Identity Theft Protection and Pet Insurance

401K with generous Company match & contribution

Accrued Paid Time Off

12 Paid Holidays

8 hours paid volunteer time per year

Robust employee wellness program

Tuition assistance program & Dependent scholarship program

On-site blood drives

Voluntary employee groups open to all who wish to participate, including: Global Women's Network, Emerging Professionals ERG, Multicultural ERG, Veterans ERG, Toastmasters Club, and more.

Job Description:

As an Associate Engineer, Test Engineering, you will be responsible for planning, managing, developing and oversight of the execution of test procedures, data collection, and analysis. Work involves testing/analyzing various powertrain systems/sub-systems in the test cell and/or vehicle level environment. The role is responsible for standardizing procedures, configuring test systems, data collection & analysis, test reports and working closely on a daily basis as an interface between our valued internal/external business partners and support personnel. The role will provide opportunity for hands-on involvement with Allison products, industrial test equipment, test operating controls systems, and powertrain systems including high horsepower engines, input and output dynamometers, propulsion systems, drivelines, heat exchangers, and cooling systems. This person will share knowledge, assist and train other engineers by a team approach in all projects.

Responsibilities:

Utilization of a systems engineering approach to design, develop, implement, and execute reliable, repeatable testing in support of business needs and timing

Assumes appropriate responsibilities as a member of the assigned product development team

Participates in planning and/or status meetings

Promotes teamwork on all work related assignments

Maintains willingness to share professional knowledge and experience with teammates

Plans, manages, and oversees the execution of product tests internal or external to Engineering Operations

Creating, managing, and delivering multiple projects on-time and to budget

Assures facilities and support areas are informed, equipped, and prepared to match the flow of test needs

Issues the appropriate instructional documents (work requests) as required to initiate and support the test flow

Assists in gathering, and performs analysis of test data to ensure its validity

Communicate technical data to internal and external engineering organizations/agencies

Has basic understanding of computer programming to modify durability test cycles and post processing applications

Documents test events/results through Test Reports, log entries and database entries as appropriate

Observes applicable procedures and practices as delineated in Test Operations Manual, PE Procedures, and Standard Procedures

Manages, monitors, and assists in assembly process of test units and disposition of parts

Adheres to and strives to improve the engineering development process

Other duties as assigned

Experience:

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Proficient in oral and written business communication

High level of interpersonal skills

Ability to set and meet goals for all deliverables

Basic mechanical aptitude

Proficiency with computer operations, including Microsoft Office tools

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings required

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Experience in laboratory test environment

Basic knowledge of automatic transmission operation, clutches, controls (both hydraulic and electrical), hydraulics, gears, electric machines, and hybrid and electrified propulsion systems desired but not required

Basic understanding of computer programming in order to write & modify test cycles and support data analysis efforts

Troubleshooting experience in electronic controls, mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems preferred

Allison Transmission is an equal opportunity employer. We have opportunities for all qualified applicants regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, creed, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.

If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran requiring assistance and/or reasonable accommodations reviewing any of the careers information, please contact us at ati+ask4max@service-now.com .

Please note that Allison Transmission will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Allison Transmission will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.

Allison Transmission is an equal opportunity employer. We have opportunities for all qualified applicants regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, creed, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.

If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran requiring assistance and/or reasonable accommodations reviewing any of the careers information, please contact us at 317-242-5000.

Please note that Allison Transmission will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Allison Transmission will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.