Impact Safety Test EngineerThe Impact Safety Test Engineer is responsible for the planning, preparing, and performing impact safety-related testing and ensuring successful completion of full-size vehicle, component and/or occupant sled testing. This role requires knowledge in domestic and global regulatory requirements.Key Responsibilities:Reviewing impact test regulations and test request provided by requestor, providing work instructions to Salaried Bargaining Unit technicians, mechanics, and photographers, performing test to regulations and post test data validationsEnsuring the test data collection systems are properly configured and are capturing the required test dataInterfacing with equipment suppliers/internal departments to coordinate calibrations/repair, keep up on current software and hardware best practicesPerforming onsite physical prep and test, working with the vehicle, test related hardware and softwareDevelopment and implementation of new test methods and/or equipmentFamiliarity with global component and vehicle impact test regulations and may also involve managing improvements to department processesPlease note, this role is for 1st shift, as well as providing support 7 days/week and holidays as requiredBasic Qualifications:Bachelors of Science in EngineeringMinimum of 5 years of automotive experienceProficiency in Microsoft Office & MS TeamsAbility to work independently and well within a teamDetail Oriented and strong communication skillsThe candidate must also possess and demonstrate strong planning and organizational skillsAbility to manage several continuous improvement initiatives and engineering projects without disruption of day-to-day testing activities - all with minimal supervisionEffective operation of precise data acquisition equipment and software or demonstrate capabilities for mastering these systems in adequate timePreferred Qualifications:Masters of Automotive Engineers or EquivalentFamiliarity with Hypergraph Analytical Software, CANalyzer, Math-lab software and Omega Temp loggers a plusMinimum of 3 years' experience in automotive test facility, impact testing preferredBasic knowledge of LEAN principles and process improvement practices. Basic knowledge of standard problem-solving techniques (8D, fishbone analysis, 5-Why, etc)Basic knowledge of automotive restraint systems (airbag, seat belts, etc.) and interior trim assembly (instrument panels, seats, door trim)Exposure to working with or supervising a unionized workforceFamiliarity with global test regulations (NHTSA, FMVSS, EuroNCAP, etc.) and third party test procedures (IIHS)