Data Aquisition Engineer

Job Description
The Data Acquisition engineer works closely with the platform engineers, CAE and modeling groups to help define the test and determine the required channels needed to record to support the engineering needs for the project.
The Data Acquisition Engineer is responsible for performing Powertrain and or Body Chassis data acquisitions for all engine / chassis components.
The Data Acquisition engineer is responsible for recording the data, validating the data and performing preliminary analysis of the data.
The Data Acquisition Engineer is responsible for performing the Analysis for Driveline Acquisitions.
The Data Acquisition Engineer is responsible to document and format the data when forwarded to suppliers.
The DAQ Engineer addresses development and field issues in addition to correlation studies supporting CAE activities
Responsible for the development of engine vibration profiles for accelerated vibration fatigue testing.
Perform fatigue analysis of vehicle/engine components
Responsible for data acquisition of vehicle/engine components at the engine-dynos and at Proving Grounds.
Use statistical tools to predict fatigue life and correlate to CAE models.
Work closely with the engine / chassis engineers to solve durability issues
Work with SBU personnel to design and calibrate load transducers using automotive parts
Work with various transducers, accelerometers, proximity probes, etc, to collect engine / chassis data
Use nCode data analysis software to reduce data
Use both eDAQ and MARS data acquisition hardware to collect data
Responsible for analyzing and uploading data to RLDMS
Responsible for holding handoff meeting to release data to the engineering community
Responsible for uploading all DAQ supporting documents, photos and writing final report in the SPMS system