Heavy-Duty Vehicle Test Engineer

The Measurement and Technology Assessment (MTA) Section within the Freight Emissions Testing and Research Branch is primarily responsible for the operation of the California Air Resources Board’s (CARB) heavy-duty (HD) chassis dynamometer test cells at the Riverside headquarters, which consists of two full vehicle chassis dynamometer, full flow sampling system, advanced analytical instrumentation, exhaust particulate material characterization equipment and one chassis dynamometer test cell for evaluation of advanced technology vehicles such as electrified powertrain and HD On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) Systems.

The duties involve conceptualizing emissions research topics, developing test plans, conducting emissions testing in compliance with the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) and approved test plans, procuring resources, managing test projects, preparing reports, and sharing the findings with CARB and the public through presentations and peer-reviewed technical paper publications. In addition, the incumbent will work on test programs for laboratory clients within CARB and other local and state agencies, develop and conduct testing of in-house test programs, etc. Close cooperation with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), local air pollution control districts, research organizations, fleet owners, original equipment manufacturer stakeholders, and universities are required in designing and conducting emissions research programs. The incumbent is expected to acquire thorough knowledge of CARB's programs and policies, new HD vehicle technology implementations, low-level emissions sampling and measurement issues, and an in-depth understanding of the CFR requirements related to HD vehicle testing including the greenhouse gas

emissions regulations. Knowledge of advanced vehicle technologies such as electrified and hybrid powertrains, connected vehicles, on-board vehicle communication, and telematics is a plus.

Laboratory operation is a team effort; therefore, incumbent is expected to strictly adhere to the attendance schedule and complete assignments in a timely manner.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

This position is not currently eligible for telework. The incumbent will be required to report to the position’s designated headquarters location, as indicated on their duty statement, at their own expense.

• Daily use of a personal computer, office equipment, and/or telephone.
• Must be able to move/transport testing equipment weighing up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
• The work setting is a combination of an office and a vehicle shop environment. Work tasks may include working in non-temperature-controlled areas, around large noisy machinery, or in the field during vehicle operations.