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Sr Engineer, Brake System Development

Charlotte, NC💼 Full-time🗓 2026-07-30 → 2026-09-26

Core

Develop, validate, and test brake system components and subsystems (calipers, rotors, hoses, lines, actuation) for electric trucks and SUVs to meet safety, durability, and performance targets.

Role type

Senior IC brake system development and validation engineer

Builds

Electric pickup trucks and rugged SUVs (Scout brand)

Domain

Automotive (OEM) / Vehicle Dynamics / Safety Systems

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

brake system component design, validation planning (DVP&R), NVH testing, test execution, data acquisition and analysis, durability testing, environmental validation, supplier coordination, issue resolution, project management

Preferred skills

SUV or truck platform experience, experience in OEM or Tier-1 environments

Technologies

dynamometer testing, bench testing, vehicle-level testing, data acquisition systems

Responsibilities

Engineer brake system components and subsystems; lead and support validation activities at supplier and OEM levels; interface with suppliers to define test requirements and review validation plans; develop detailed test plans and procedures for bench, dynamometer, environmental, and vehicle-level testing; analyze test data to identify root causes and drive corrective actions; collaborate with cross-functional teams (vehicle dynamics, controls, manufacturing, quality) to ensure robust performance; support prototype builds and serial production readiness.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC

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