Electronics/Calibration Lab Supervisor

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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 + 1 Floating Holiday

• Robust employee wellness program

• Tuition assistance program

Job Description:

As the Test Engineering Supervisor, you will be responsible for the supervision of a highly skilled engineering team in the Test Engineering organization within the Engineering Operations department. You will lead a multitude of product development initiatives, from a test perspective, across multiple propulsion system product lines. As a leader in this team, you will ensure your team's development of reliable, repeatable testing in support of business needs and timing. A person in this position will work closely on a daily basis with internal/external business partners and support personnel.

In this role, you will be a valuable part of the team by:

• Responsible for the day-to-day direct supervision of a team of direct engineering reports
• Provide decision-making and a high level of independent judgment based on experience and skill
• Meets Quality Requirements as it pertains to IATF 16949 and serve as the subject matter expert during audits
• Assists with the planning of test engineer and test cell utilization
• Conducts performance reviews and assists in the development of test engineers
• Interfaces and collaborates with Allison Transmission internal resources and business partners
• Work closely with Product Engineers to make sure test deliverables (information) are completed on-time, to keep them informed of current test status, and resolve priority issues within/across the various product groups
• Assists test engineers in utilizing a systems engineering approach to design, develop, implement, and execute reliable, repeatable testing in support of business needs and timing
• Contribute to department continuous improvement activities to increase testing efficiency, reduce cost, and drive high levels of quality
• 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
• Manages and oversees the execution of product tests
  • 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
• Assists with the documentation of test events/results through proofreading and authorizing Test Reports
• Prepares, or assists in preparation of program bids or requests for cost estimates
• Observes applicable procedures and practices as delineated in Test Operations Manual, PE Procedures, and Standard Procedures
• Adheres to and strives to improve the engineering development process
• Establishes and updates best practices and standardized testing procedures
• Expense, travel, PO, and RFQ approval for direct reports
• Other duties as assigned

To be successful in this role you will need the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Automotive Engineering or equivalent degree or equivalent experience

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Minimum of 5 years of Mechanical/Electrical/Automotive Engineering experience
• Ability to lead multiple projects at a time
• Proficient in oral and written business communication
• Targets and achieves results, sets meaningful goals, prioritizes tasks, provides leadership/motivation
• High level of technology experience with industrial controls, data acquisition equipment and systems, and heavy duty test equipment or equivalent experience with industrial systems
• High level of analytical ability
• High level of interpersonal skills
• Ability to set and meet goals for all deliverables
• Demonstrated technical ability
• Proficiency with computer operations, including Microsoft Office tools
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings required

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Previous direct report supervision experience
• Experience in laboratory test environment
• Basic understanding of transmission and powertrain systems
• 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
• Troubleshooting experience in electronic controls, mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems preferred
• Statistical training highly desired

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.

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