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Functional Test Engineer – Engine System Integration - DAF Trucks N.V.

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Functional Test Engineer – Engine System Integration - DAF Trucks N.V.

Eindhoven Engineering Automotive HBO Secondment via YER
DAF Trucks N.V.

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Eindhoven Automotive HBO Secondment via YER
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About this vacancy

Technical team player who executes functional testing and analysis on our engine platforms.

As Functional Test Engineer within the System Integration team, you are responsible for the preparation, execution, analysis and reporting of functional engine test activities over various engine development projects. You also collaborate with specialists within project teams, where you give your expert opinion and help in risk identification and reduction.

Your responsibilities and goals:

  • Prepare, execute and analyze functional tests or investigations on engine sub-systems / components and their controls.
  • Coordinate test set-up and test execution
  • Evaluate and report test results
  • Focus on engine mechanics and mechatronics
  • Maintain existing Engine Test Standards under your responsibility
  • Develop new test procedures for engine components and engine systems and their controls
  • Active contribution to improve test efficiency and test quality
  • Collaboration in project teams

Daily activities are in close cooperation with the members of the System Integration team, Line Lead Engineers of other teams within Global Engine Integration and Performance Lead Engineers of the department. Furthermore you will be working with the Global Engine Engineering department and Engine Verification department in both The Netherlands and North America. In this role, you report directly to the Engineering Supervisor System Integration, and also align on daily basis with other Line- and Project Managers.

Within the PACCAR Inc. DAF Engine Development is the center of competence for Engine Development. In our state-of-art engine development center we develop engine families for future regulations. Our engines and trucks are best of class products in the transportation world. We are driven to providing environmentally friendly products that are cost-effective and highly reliable for our customers. As a global technology leader in the design, manufacture and customer support of high-quality premium trucks we offer multiple opportunities to contribute to our success in a multi-disciplinary team. The Functional Testing Team determines whether an engine and its subsystems are functioning according to established standards while the engine operates in its intended environment.

YER Technology offers you the possibility to become employed as Automotive Professional and to combine challenging assignments with an excellent career with perspective on a fixed contract at YER Technology or our client DAF Trucks. The following conditions are applicable:

  • Attractive (fixed) salary commensurate with knowledge and experience
  • 25 holidays per year & 8,33% holiday allowance
  • A contract for a definite or indefinite period at a financially robust organization
  • Travel expense reimbursement or leased vehicle
  • Good pension scheme
  • Overtime will be compensated in payment of wages or time-for-time
  • Committed to a good balance between work and private life
  • An open culture and clear communication
  • A Service Desk ready to answer all your practical questions
  • Degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering;
  • Knowledge of internal combustion engines and aftertreatment, and sub-systems like fuel system, lubrication system
  • Knowledge of modern engine controls, sensors, actuators and electronics
  • Willingness to develop experience on measurement techniques for temperature, pressure, flow and data analysis.
  • Enthusiasm to deal with complex engine systems and development of solutions for complex technical challenges
  • Good English skills are mandatory, Dutch skills are a pre;
  • Able to work in a complex project-oriented environment

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