ph3Durability Engineer /h3pWe're looking for a highly analytical and results-driven Durability Engineer to join our Complete Vehicle Durability team. In this role, you will lead the design, planning, and execution of comprehensive durability testing programs for conventional and electrified vehicles, ensuring robust and reliable product performance. You will play a key role in delivering durability validation activities, working closely with cross‑functional teams to meet project milestones while addressing the challenges associated with electrified powertrains, vehicle management systems, and advanced multi‑material vehicle architectures. /ph3Responsibilities /h3ulliLead the development, planning, and execution of complete vehicle durability validation programs in line with customer requirements and automotive standards /liliDefine test strategies, load cases, and validation plans based on vehicle usage profiles and development targets /liliOversee and conduct durability testing activities in laboratory and field environments, ensuring high‑quality data acquisition and traceability /liliAnalyze and interpret durability test data to identify failure modes, degradation mechanisms, and improvement opportunities /liliPrepare and present detailed technical reports, including clear recommendations for design improvements and validation status /liliDrive durability validation of electrified vehicle architectures, including battery‑integrated structures, lightweight and multi‑material body designs, and evolving load paths linked to new vehicle layouts /liliEvaluate the impact of electric powertrain systems, thermal behavior,



and mass distribution on vehicle durability performance /liliAnalyze interactions between vehicle management systems (e.g., BMS, energy and powertrain control strategies) and mechanical durability, including interpretation of vehicle network data (e.g., CAN signals) /liliSupport correlation between physical testing and simulations, contributing to model validation and durability prediction accuracy /liliCollaborate with design, CAE, and system engineering teams to resolve durability issues and influence product development decisions /liliLead root cause investigations for durability‑related failures and define corrective actions /liliMentor junior engineers and support knowledge development within the team /liliContribute to the continuous improvement of durability methodologies, tools, and testing procedures /liliManage test planning, resources, and project timelines to ensure efficient and high‑quality project delivery /li /ulh3Qualifications /h3ulliBachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field /lili5–7 years of experience in automotive durability, testing, or validation engineering /liliStrong knowledge of durability principles, including fatigue, structural mechanics,



and failure analysis /liliProven experience in defining and executing durability test programs at component, system, or vehicle level /liliAdvanced data analysis capabilities and experience with engineering tools (e.g., Diadem, Python, or equivalent) /liliExperience working with vehicle instrumentation and data acquisition systems /liliStrong problem‑solving skills with the ability to lead technical discussions and decision‑making /liliEffective communication skills and ability to work in cross‑functional, international teams /li /ulh3Preferred Skills and Experience /h3ulliExperience with electrified vehicles (BEV, HEV, PHEV) and associated structural and system‑level challenges /liliKnowledge of vehicle management systems, including BMS, control systems, and vehicle communication networks (e.g., CAN) /liliExperience with correlation and durability simulation methodologies /liliFamiliarity with lightweight design, multi‑material structures, and battery enclosure validation /liliUnderstanding of automotive development processes (e.g., DVP, validation plans, quality gates) /liliExperience in proving ground testing and real‑world load data analysis /liliLeadership or mentoring experience within engineering teams /liliKnowledge of automotive quality assurance processes /liliProject coordination or technical support experience /liliFluent in English and other languages; knowledge of Chinese is a value /li /ulpApplus IDIADA is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Automotive Project Engineer, Durability (Barcelona)
🏢 Tamarind Intelligence
📍 Barcelona