Data Analysis Engineer Sr | Professionals

Description

Worldwide, the Volkswagen Group has a long tradition of dramatic innovations. The Volkswagen Group with its headquarters in Wolfsburg, Germany is one of the world’s leading automobile manufacturers and the largest carmaker in Europe. The Group comprises twelve brands from seven European countries: Volkswagen Passenger Cars, Audi, SEAT, ŠKODA, Bentley, Bugatti, Lamborghini, Porsche, Ducati, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, Scania and MAN. This position is a career level 20P, and is located in Golden, Co | Duette, Fl | Allendale, NJ | or Oxnard CA with a role classification of Hybrid. The ideal candidate would be located or would relocate to Golden, CO. Data Analysis – 60% of time Data Acquisition – 30% of time Miscellaneous – 10% of time 7-10+ experience in the Engineering, Development & Testing areas Education Required Desired Skills Specialized Skills Work Flexibility Volkswagen Group of America is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds, and do not discriminate based on race, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, color, gender identity/expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable laws. This role description is a guideline and does not create contractual rights between the Company and any of its applicants. The Company does not enter into any type of employment contract, implied or written, with its applicants regarding job security. This Organization participates in E-Verify. We maintain a drug free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

Company

• Audi of America, LLC

Contract

• Unlimited

Department

• Research and Development

Compensation Data

• Salary range is dependent on factors such as geographical differentials, credentials or certifications, industry-based experience, qualifications, and training.

• In the state of Colorado, the salary range is $101,000 - $162,000.In the state of California, the salary range is $101,000 - $162,000. In the state of New Jersey, the salary range is $132,000 - $211,000.

Shift

• Full-time

Experience

• Professionals

Qualification requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in mechanical, electrical, automotive, computer science, statistics or other related scientific fields

• Master’s degree in automotive, computer science, statistics or other related scientific fields

• Familiarity with development testing and diagnostics equipment used by Audi AG Engineering

• Familiarity with chassis application and development

• Integration – joining people, processes or systems

• Ability to operate effectively and efficiently in a team

• Analytical and conceptual thinking – using logic and reason, creative and strategic

• Communication skills – interpersonal, presentation and written

• Engineering tools used by the concern

• Computer savvy – skilled in use of software

• Proficient in Word, Excel, Access, and other engineering programs

• Problem solving

• Experience in automotive testing data collection

• Experience in communication and negotiation with vendors

• Able to write reports at an Engineering type level

• Ability to maintain an effective team environment

• Experience in Data Mining

• EFK or other High Voltage certification

• Project coordination

• Business trips to the U.S. Test Fleet locations, Germany & various locations for special AUDI AG Management drives.

• Flexibility to work longer days and weekends on occasion

Brief Role Description

• Effective testing, reporting, repairing and updating of all test vehicles in regards of chassis in a timely manner to ensure no delays for SOP as well as no tow-ins and no unknown field complaints

• Provide technical data and data analysis on reported VW, Audi and other Group-Brand test vehicles, parts and components in order to determine the root cause of quality and design issues, validate driver complaints and provide a full technical understanding regarding costumer/driver complaints to support the development countermeasures

• Develop and maintain fast and efficient communication flow with Audi AG.

• Support Audi at test drives and similar programs in cooperation with I/EG-Q and Audi AG

Possible Tasks within this Role

• Selects, creates and coordinates data logger configurations for all Audi NAR Test Fleet stations (Allendale, NJ, Duette, FL, Golden, CO, Oxnard, CA and Phoenix, AZ) and among all verification and validation test cycles or vehicle intensive tests

• Determines data logger configuration updates based on various vehicle communication protocols such as CAN, MOST, LIN, Ethernet, Flexray, etc. based on traces, Classifications, vehicle fault memories as well as Market studies/criteria (JDP, Consumer report, etc.)

• Provide technical data and data analysis on reported VW, Audi and VW Group test vehicles, parts and components in order to determine the root cause of quality and design issues, validate driver complaints and provide a full technical understanding regarding costumer/driver complaints to support the development countermeasures

• Generate reports to ensure and monitor the quality of NARTF operations

• Weekly fleet operation reports

• Fault reports

• OBD ratio reports

• Drive profile reports

• End of shift reports

• Acquires necessary information related to specific test issues through analysis of development IT systems, existing network with development and quality departments within VW Group

• Configure and install vehicle data logging systems for 100-130 vehicles

• Ensure data quality with daily monitoring

• Data recording hardware inventory administration

• Takes responsibility to develop and extend information channels

• Performs self-directed analysis activities of technical issues upon request individually or with team members including Audi AGW AG, Bentley, Lamborghini, PSW, etc.) Analysis must determine/yield the following:

• Complete understanding of problems/tasks, determining whether problems are known within VW organization (i.e. other markets/models)

• Identifies/determines appropriate approach, required resources and engages appropriate area of VW-Group departments for resolution

• Conducts thorough data analysis to identify problem areas and conditions causing or contributing to quality issues

• Develops/validates measurement configurations together with involved departments

• Documents all findings and solutions within database, performs lessons learned analysis leading to a continuous improvement processes of the development/testing process

• Presents findings to requesters in a clear, structured way

• Based on necessity, involves and coordinates activities with other area/suppliers in order to perform further/deeper analysis

• Based on requests, supports development department's activities regarding US market (Info-Requests, Benchmarks, Investigations, etc.)

• Supports Management Drives by participating in vehicle preparation and data logger verification

• Provides professional support within area of expertise to Service and Quality departments within VWGoA and creates necessary documentation and procedures for knowledge transfer

• Design data analysis programs, monitors and conducts all test related data collections including customer clinics and Initial Market Feedback with latest update of measurement configuration and hardware