Test Engineer

THE ROLE

At Great Dane, we rely on makers and we’re calling on them to join our expanding team, the time has never been better to Embrace Your Great and work in an environment with the highest safety standards in the industry.  

The Position: The Test Engineer provides technical input and evaluation of Great Dane product and product component tests. The Test Engineer performs specific testing of selected finished products and product components of Great Dane. Test types are simulation/fatigue, static, thermal and corrosion.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs or provides technical guidance for the testing of GDT products or product components. 

• Evaluates test results of GDT products or product components and documents results. 

• Maintains professional competency and awareness. Remains abreast of technical and methodological advances and evaluates for GDT applications. Participates in mutually beneficial professional and industry organizations.  

• Recommends testing procedural changes. 

• Designs new test techniques as needed for new products, components, vendors or circumstances. 

• Assists and participates in the development, maintenance and refinement of internal quality control and  reliability programs. 
• Guides and directs other engineers and/or technicians on specific assignments. 
• Other duties as assigned.   

Your skills and abilities (required qualifications)

• Education: Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or related field required. Masters Degree preferred
• Experience: 3-5 years’ experience in a test engineering environment desired.  
• Skills:
  • Knowledge of manufacturing processes with metal fabrication and composites

  • Knowledge of adhesives and fasteners.

  • Knowledge of dynamic structural data acquisition with strain gages, thermocouples, LVDTs, load cells, and other sensors and transducers.

  • Fatigue Testing experience with hydraulic or servo-electric equipment.

  • Road simulator drive file creation and/or durability experience.

  • Metallurgical Sciences experience.

  • Field testing experience on industrial machinery and structural products.

  • Paint and Coating experience-both application of coatings and QC testing.

  • Corrosion testing experience with Cyclical, QUV, and salt-fog machines.

  • QC test experience, especially to ASTM, ANSI, SAE, ISO and related standards.

  • Urethane Foam Experience.

  • Labview, nCode, RPC, and other programming applications for test equipment.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills 
• Self-starter, capable of working independently as well as building strong cross-functional relationships. 
• Knows and uses the fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures of test engineering. 
• Travel: Up to 10% 

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Office and plant environment.
• Keyboarding, lifting, standing, bending, walking.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ABOUT GREAT DANE

With a history dating back to 1900, Great Dane has established itself as a transportation solutions leader of today – delivering innovative products and exceptional services that help our customers and employees succeed. We not only engineer durable and high-quality trailers and truck bodies; we foster relationships that last a lifetime.

WHY WORK FOR US?

Great Dane is a leading manufacturer of dry-freight vans, refrigerated trailers, and flatbeds with 10 manufacturing facilities and 20 service centers throughout the United States. With a legacy like ours comes a dedication to the hard-working individuals that make Great Dane what it is today. Our jobs are waiting to be filled by driven, challenge-focused & enthusiastic people like you.

Our culture is comprised of “Champions” and offers a rewarding workplace rooted in core values of safety, leadership, integrity, quality, and passion. Every employee has opportunities to learn, grow, succeed and be engaged in a collaborative environment.

BENEFITS OVERVIEW

• Competitive compensation
• Benefits, including but not limited to dental, vision, and medical with employer contributions
• Retirement programs, including a Pension Plan and 401(k) Plan with employer match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid holidays and vacation
• And more!

Great Dane is an Equal Opportunity Employer