Luminar Hiring for NVH Test Engineer at Orlando, FL Full Time

Luminar Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq: LAZR) is transforming automotive safety and autonomy by delivering the only lidar and associated software that meets the industry’s stringent performance, safety, and economic requirements. Luminar has rapidly gained over 50 industry partners, including a majority of the top global automotive OEMs. In 2020, Luminar signed the industry’s first production deal for autonomous consumer vehicles with Volvo Cars, which now expects to make Luminar’s technology part of the standard safety package on their next generation electric SUV. Additional customer wins include SAIC, Daimler Truck AG, Intel’s Mobileye, Pony.ai and Airbus UpNext. Founded in 2012, Luminar employs approximately 400 with offices in Palo Alto, Orlando, Colorado Springs, Detroit, and Munich.

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Team Overview

The NVH Test Engineer applies engineering principles, experiences and various analysis tools in following established test plans/procedures to test design parts/components in area of specialty to determine design feasibility and ensure parts/components meet design acceptance criteria, performance level targets and any applicable regulatory/internal standards. Collaborate with NVH Development Engineer, Mechanical Engineering and other engineers to ensure system requirements are met and vehicle integration is optimized.

Responsibilities

• Identify proper test methods, materials, fixtures and equipment required, identify resolution for defects identified during testing
• Establish data settings, prepare/setup test equipment, as well as conduct tests, verifying accuracy/thoroughness and determining if additional testing is required
• Analyzes/interprets test results, predicting performance/failure and providing required product/design data, communicating test results clearly in written s/formal presentations and making general recommendations based on analysis of testing results
• Perform problem solving and design robustness assessments to support design improvements to the Lidar Sensor
• Utilize data acquisition systems and software to perform NVH analyses such as FFT, Order Tracking, Operational Deflection Shapes, Impact Testing, Modal Analysis, and Vehicle Testing
• Standardize test, data analysis and storage procedures
• Support vehicle NVH development activities as required at various OEM locations
• Manage lab test equipment and workstation schedule, maintenance, calibration, and upgrades as well as tracking and maintaining lab inventory

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) in STEM field
• 5+ years experience with standard acoustic and vibration testing performed in an anechoic, hemi-anechoic, or reverberation chamber
• Strong understanding of Quality standards such as ISO 17025
• Strong understanding of tooling/fixturing and related mounting techniques for accelerometers and microphones
• Competent in the use of word processing, spreadsheet, database programs, data acquisition programs, measuring instruments or comparable
• Competent in using LMS Siemens and Head Acoustics ArtemiS acquisition and analysis tools
• Efficient in problem solving and root cause analysis as well as hands on debugging skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Automotive OEM, Tier 1 industry experience
• Sound Quality Analysis
• Knowledge of mechanical vibration or shock testing

Luminar is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. We will make a reasonable accommodation for any qualified applicant with a disability, provided that the individual is otherwise qualified to safely perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation and that the accommodation would not impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. Please let us know if you believe you require reasonable accommodation, or if you would like assistance to complete an application or to participate in an interview at the company.

At Luminar, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. This role pays a base between $102,000 and $167,000* per year. Within this range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. You will also be eligible to receive other benefits including: equity in the form of restricted stock unit awards, comprehensive medical and dental coverage, 401k plan, life and disability benefits, flexible time off, paid parental leave, and tuition reimbursement for formal education related to advancing your career at Luminar. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire and schedule type.