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Vehicle Dynamics Testing Manager, Tarragona
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Location: Tarragona, Spain
Job Category:
Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Views:
2
Posted:
25.04.2025
Expiry Date:
09.06.2025
Job Description:
As a leader within IDIADA's vehicle dynamics department, you will play a crucial role in guiding and inspiring the team. Your responsibilities include overseeing all aspects of vehicle dynamics testing, from objective ride & handling to subjective assessment and tuning.
Responsibilities:
* Planning: Develop plans for vehicle dynamics testing projects and efficiently allocate resources to meet project goals.
* Project Oversight: Monitor project execution, ensuring both technical excellence and organizational effectiveness.
* Team Leadership: Mentor and motivate a team of test engineers, providing constructive feedback and assessing their skill levels to define training plans.
* Resource Allocation: Collaborate with the head of the workshop to allocate resources effectively for each project.
* Procedure Development: Define and supervise the implementation of working procedures, testing methodologies, and data analysis processes.
* Asset Management: Oversee all assets related to vehicle dynamics testing, including instrumentation, software licenses, and computers.
* Client Interaction: Support the sales process by creating and disseminating presentations, papers, and webinars. Liaise with customers to understand and meet their needs.
* Commercial Offers: Prepare, validate, and/or review project proposals and quotations.
Qualifications:
* Educational Background: Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
* Experience: Over 6 years of experience in automotive development, preferably related to chassis and vehicle dynamics testing.
* Technical Expertise: Proficiency in vehicle instrumentation, test execution, and data analysis. Ability to define resources and timing for testing activities.
* Driving Skills: High driving skills are an asset, with certification from an OEM or supplier preferred.
* Knowledge: Good understanding of vehicle dynamics theory, especially related to full-vehicle performance. Basic grasp of the performance development process.
Personal Qualifications:
* Leadership Skills: Excellent leadership abilities, characterized by collaborative communication, organization, team-working, and delegation.
* Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving disposition, with a positive and proactive character.
* Work Ethic: Hard-working and flexible mindset, with a practical and success-oriented approach.
* Language Proficiency: Proficient in spoken and written English and Spanish.
Additional Information:
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