Dummy Test Lead Engineer
Job Description
- Lead and coordinate the planning, execution, and reporting of vehicle crash tests involving anthropomorphic test dummies.
- Manage the preparation, installation, and calibration of test dummies, sensors, and instrumentation.
- Supervise the collection, validation, and analysis of crash test data to assess occupant safety performance.
- Collaborate with Safety Engineering, Design, and Test teams to define test protocols and improve dummy test methodologies.
- Ensure compliance with international safety standards and regulations (e.g., NCAP, FMVSS, ECE R94, R95).
- Develop and implement improvements in dummy test procedures and data acquisition processes.
- Lead root cause analysis and provide technical feedback to support vehicle safety enhancements.
- Mentor and guide junior engineers and technicians within the dummy test team.
- Maintain and manage test equipment, dummies, and related resources efficiently.
- Communicate results clearly to stakeholders and support safety certification documentation.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Safety Engineering, or related fields.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in automotive crash testing, with at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
- Extensive hands-on experience working with crash test dummies, sensors, and data acquisition systems.
- Deep knowledge of anthropomorphic test devices (e.g., Hybrid III, THOR, WorldSID) and their instrumentation.
- Proficient in crash data analysis software and techniques.
- Familiarity with international crash test standards and regulations.
- Understanding of vehicle safety systems and occupant protection technologies.
- Strong leadership, team management, and project coordination skills.
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Effective communication skills for collaboration with cross-functional teams.
- Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and safety compliance.
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Key Skills
vehicle safety systems
international crash test standards
occupant protection technologies
crash data analysis software
anthropomorphic test devices
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