Description:
Product Verification & Validation Planning/Reliability Engineer
Major Purpose:
Performs basic product design, testing and/or analysis work for a defined portion of a project. Operates in a team environment, providing input to design solutions and participating in design reviews. Develops recommendations within established guidelines; work and decisions are reviewed by supervisors before implementation.
Major Duties:
Carry out a range of activities under the guidance of more senior colleagues to support the analysis of information and the specification of the methods and process steps, as well as the plant, machinery, and equipment, required to design and continuously improve manufacturing or materials processes and process systems.
Contribute to the development of, and implement feasibility testing of, proposed engineering solutions to provide feedback and data to validate the design.
Carry out a range of activities under the guidance of more senior colleagues to support the drafting of engineering standards and specifications and the evaluation of the effectiveness of those standards.
Carry out inspections under the supervision of senior colleagues to evaluate the quality of engineering works and/or the integrity of existing installations or structures, and make recommendations to senior colleagues on the remedial works needed to ensure conformance with specifications and regulatory requirements.
Identify shortcomings in existing processes, systems, and procedures, and use established change management programs to address them.
Work within an established project management plan to achieve specific goals.
Develop own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching; gain or maintain external professional accreditation, where relevant, to improve performance and fulfill personal potential. Maintain an understanding of relevant technology, external regulation, and industry best practices through ongoing education, attending conferences, and reading specialist media.
Work collaboratively with other professional teams and over organizational boundaries to ensure service users experience cohesive and seamless support to meet their needs.
Create and maintain technical and/or user documentation to a high standard, and back up files to ensure instant recovery if problems occur.
Skills, Abilities, Knowledge
Works with guidance (but not constant supervision) to get results using new and advanced engineering technologies.
Works with guidance (but not constant supervision) to execute engineering designs using the appropriate methods, tools, processes and software.
Works with guidance (but not constant supervision) to achieve engineering development targets using appropriate methods, tools, processes and software.
Works with guidance (but not constant supervision) to produce technical engineering specifications and related materials.
Works with guidance (but not constant supervision) to test, evaluate and improve engineering outcomes.
Builds engineering solutions with guidance (but not constant supervision).
Works with guidance (but not constant supervision) to implement engineering designs, evaluate outcomes and then make improvements as needed.
Manages and applies safe systems of work with guidance (but not constant supervision).
Uses clear and effective verbal communications skills without supervision and provides technical guidance when required on expressing ideas, requesting actions and formulating plans or policies.
Works with guidance (but not constant supervision) to develop appropriate plans or perform necessary actions based on recommendations and requirements.
Works with guidance (but not constant supervision) to identify, assess, prioritize and manage project-related risks.
Works with guidance (but not constant supervision) to measure and report progress toward intermediate targets to make sure a project stays on track to achieve its ultimate goals.
Works at an intermediate level to identify, verify, and manage changes to the scope of the project or program, utilizing the most appropriate approach. Typically works with guidance.
Works under guidance (but not constant supervision) to analyze data trends for use in reports to help guide decision making.
Works with full competence to identify assumptions in order to manage risk, assess the success with measurable evaluation criteria, and evaluate alignment of requirements with solution scope to support value delivery. Typically works without supervision and may provide technical guidance.
Works with full competence to create the rules for requirements and design quality, perform verification activities, and maintain quality control. Typically works without supervision and may provide technical guidance.
Works with guidance (but not constant supervision) to manage projects and/or programs within desired cost, time and quality parameters.
Works at an intermediate level to build the structure and culture of the project team, and define roles and responsibilities within that structure to enable the achievement of project mission and objectives and the effective operation of key business processes. Typically works with guidance.
Education
Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Level
Specific Position Requirements
4-year engineering or technology degree
Possess a strong mechanical and electrical aptitude.
Possess strong communication and organizational skills.
Ability to develop and execute test and/or analysis plans for product verification and validation which includes but not limited to:
1. Ability to plan and coordinate test and analysis work for projects varying in complexity from single component to complete development programs of broad scope.
2. Ability to aid in establishing short- and long-term objectives, goals, and priorities.
3. Ability to operate in a team environment within PV&V (Product Verification and Validation) and the Engineering design community.
4. Ability to analyze complex data, draw conclusions, and make recommendations
5. Ability to communicate within a cross functional team across multiple sites to drive results
6. Ability to lead and execute vehicle tests
7. Willingness and ability to travel domestically to support field or external laboratory testing
Possess strong problem-solving skills
Ability to write in a clear and concise manner.
Possesses strong MS Office skills
Able to work 1st shift position
Metatarsals shoes/boots are required
What sets the candidate apart:
Experience with product verification/validation planning and execution.
Possess knowledge of systematic corrective action processes (PDCA, 8D, 5 Why, etc.)
Exposure to Riding Lawn Equipment and/or Utility Vehicle (UTV, ATV) products and applications.
VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status