Data Acquisition Engineer

Job description

The Data Acquisition Engineer is responsible for acquiring, analyzing, and interpreting vehicle test data related to powertrain, chassis, and durability performance. The role combines hands-on vehicle testing, instrumentation, diagnostics, root cause analysis, and engineering data analysis to support vehicle development, simulation, modeling, and component validation activities. The successful candidate will have a passion for automotive engineering and vehicle testing, with hands-on exposure to data acquisition, instrumentation, and data analysis.

They will be comfortable working in a laboratory and vehicle test environment, collecting high-quality data, troubleshooting instrumentation, and supporting durability and development programs through accurate testing and analysis.

Primary Responsibilities

Perform powertrain and chassis data acquisitions on test vehicles. Conduct hands-on vehicle evaluations, troubleshooting, and root cause investigations. Install, configure, and utilize diagnostic tools, sensors, and instrumentation. Collect, reduce, validate, and analyze vehicle test data. Ensure data quality and fidelity for engineering decision-making. Generate technical reports and document findings. Present results and recommendations to engineering teams and leadership.

Coordinate activities with drivers, mechanics, technicians, and test personnel. Conduct competitive vehicle benchmarking and performance comparisons. Support real-time simulation, vehicle modeling, and component-level testing through data collection and reduction activities.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related degree field Entry-level candidates will be considered; minimum of 1 year of experience Exposure to automotive testing, instrumentation, or laboratory environments One or more years of experience in vehicle road load data acquisition and measurement activities
• Familiarity with measuring vehicle loads, displacements, accelerations, pressures, and related physical parameters Experience working with instrumentation and sensors, including accelerometers, displacement transducers, load cells, pressure transducers, or similar devices
• Ability to review and validate collected test data to ensure accuracy and data integrity Basic understanding of durability testing and data analysis methodologies Experience with Wheel Force Transducers (WFTs) is a plus Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree in Engineering Experience designing, developing, or integrating transducers and instrumentation systems.

Hands-on experience with vehicle road load data acquisition systems. Working knowledge of vehicle chassis, suspension, driveline, and related vehicle systems. Experience using nCode or similar engineering data analysis software. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex test data. Our Benefits — Designed with You in Mind Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage From your very first day, you'll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage — ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected.

Generous Paid Time Off We believe in work-life balance.

That's why we offer

17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most. Competitive Retirement Savings Plans We help you plan for the future with: An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plans An employer contribution, even if you don't contribute Income Protection & Insurance Options Benefit from included and optional disability, life, and other insurance programs — because your peace of mind matters.

Company Vehicle Lease Program Eligible employees and their immediate families can enjoy company vehicle lease options with included insurance, maintenance, and unlimited mileage. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products. Family Building Benefit We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy. Support for Your Growth and Giving Back We believe in investing in your future and your passions: Tuition reimbursement Student loan refinancing programs 18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your community And so much more!

When you join us, you're not just building a career — you're joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work.