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Job Title
Supervisor - Proving Ground Operations
Pay Grade
M2
Job Description
As the
Supervisor, Proving Ground Operations, you will play a critical role in the integration, development and validation of Allison Transmission’s prototype and production propulsion systems at a vehicle level. You will be responsible for leading vehicle integration/conversion programs, conducting multiple validation programs and managing the overall test vehicle fleet. This position requires strong leadership skills and proven knowledge and experience with commercial vehicles and powertrain/propulsion systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Responsible for the day-to-day direct supervision of a team of direct shop technician and direct communication with local leasing partner
- Provide decision-making and a high level of independent judgment based on experience and skill
- Plan daily shop technician activities
- Conducts performance reviews and assists in the development of shop technicians
- Ensures monthly financial reviews and credit card purchases are submitted a timely manner.
- Lead the execution of vehicle conversion and test hardware integration projects
- Troubleshooting of test equipment and vehicle diagnostics
- Interfaces and collaborates with Allison Transmission internal resources and business partners
- Work closely with Speedway Product Engineer(s) to make sure test deliverables (information) are completed on-time, to keep them informed of current test status, and resolve priority issues within/across the various product groups
- Works closely with Speedway test engineer(s) in utilizing a systems engineering approach to design, develop, implement, and execute reliable, repeatable testing in support of business needs and timing
- Contribute to department continuous improvement activities to increase testing efficiency, reduce cost, and drive high levels of quality
- Ensures shop is sufficiently supplied with necessary supplies to support the day to day activities
- Procures necessary parts for vehicle repairs and/or maintenance requiring interaction with external suppliers
- Ensures shop is a safe working environment by following Allison and OSHA safety standards and procedures
- Ensures the vehicle fleet meets or exceeds DOT regulations
- Ensures equipment is calibrated as required.
- Participates and supports the ISO16949 quality audit.
- Assumes appropriate responsibilities as a member of the assigned product development team
- Participates in cross-functional planning and/or status meetings
- Promotes teamwork on all work related assignments
- Maintains willingness to share professional knowledge and experience with teammates
- Supervises and oversees the execution of vehicle preparation for product tests
- Creating, managing, and delivering multiple projects on-time and to budget
- Assures facilities and support areas are informed, equipped, and prepared to match the flow of test needs
- Assists with the documentation of test events/results through proofreading and authorizing durability driver reports
- Prepares, or assists in preparation of vehicle bids or requests for cost estimates
- Observes applicable procedures and practices as delineated in Test Operations Manual, PE Procedures, Tech Data, and Standard Procedures
- Other duties as assigned
Key Performance Measures
- On-time delivery of vehicle test programs
- On-time delivery of vehicle integration projects
Competencies And Behaviors
Drive a Positive Customer Experience: able to view big picture and drive project progress to meet program needs; viewed as a leader by peers; able to understand project requirements and guide peers toward desired outcome; prioritize work and make independent decisions to meet program requirements and schedule.
Leveraging the Power of Teamwork: ability to work cross-functionally (departmental and geographic) and lead in this setting; viewed as a leader by peers; able to lead troubleshooting and problem resolution efforts in a group; listens to ideas of peers and able to make independent decisions with available information.
Improve the Way the World Works: identifies and leads continuous improvement initiatives related to vehicle testing; generates creative solutions for vehicle integration projects and skilled at evaluating and implementing the solutions; able to lead challenging projects; identified by peers as expert in vehicle integration
Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Automotive Engineering or equivalent degree/experience
- Minimum 5 years of commercial vehicle experience related to vehicle level validation, vehicle fleet management, powertrain system validation, or equivalent experience
- Possession of (or willing and able to obtain) a Class A CDL
- Proven knowledge of commercial vehicle systems, functions, and features
- Strong mechanical/electrical knowledge
- Understanding of powertrain control software and calibration
- Demonstrated skills in troubleshooting electronic controls, mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems
- Data processing/analysis experience
- Strong oral and written communication
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Strong leadership skills required to coordinate and manage activities across multiple people and groups.
- Proficiency with computer operations, including Microsoft Office tools
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings required
- Occasional travel to support projects at remote Allison Transmission facilities
Preferred Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
- Previous experience with EV or Hybrid vehicle propulsion systems
- Understanding of high voltage electrical systems and power electronics
- Experience in laboratory test environment
- Strong knowledge of automatic transmission operation, clutches, controls (both hydraulic and electrical), hydraulics, gears, electric machines, and hybrid and electrified propulsion systems desired but not required
Primary Location:
Northern Indiana Proving Grounds
Additional Locations:
Allison Transmission is an equal opportunity employer. We have opportunities for all qualified applicants regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, creed, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.
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