Responsible for day-to-day operation of the SEMA Garage automotive emissions lab in Detroit for the purpose of completing chassis dyno certification testing for SEMA members, including iterative testing for product design purposes and those required for SEMA COCs or CARB Executive Orders. Must have familiarity with all forms of standardized testing, including FTP, HWFET, US06, LA92 and SC03 cycles. Lab Manager will be responsible for specification and procurement of consumable gases, scheduling maintenance of AVL equipment (as needed) and general oversight of daily operations including scheduling lab time for clients. Advanced familiarity with onboard vehicle emissions systems is required. Equipment specifications for the SEMA Garage lab include AVL CVS i60 LD, AMA i60 with Modal analysis, iGEM V, AVL/Zöllner 4WD Dyno, PM Smart Sampler, AVL Filter Weigh Station and AVL Canister Loading station.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND AUTHORITY
The Lab Manager will be responsible for direct contact with vendors to specify specialty supplies (consumable gases, most notably) and ensure that sufficient quantities are maintained.
Responsible for technical communication with AVL and other vendors for equipment related concerns and to schedule regular maintenance.
The Lab Manager will ensure that regular calibration routines are performed according to CARB/1066 requirements.
The Emissions Lab Manager will coordinate with the Process Specialist to interface with SEMA members to review test requirements, schedule lab time and review and analyze test data.
Responsible for monthly Emissions Lab billing.
Responsible for oversight of Detroit Emissions Lab staff.
Responsible for maintenance of building and equipment related to emissions testing.
PRIMARY SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS:
Familiarity and experience with the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Section 40 Part 86
Extensive and thorough experience in running and maintaining a certification level automotive emissions lab
Sufficient experience to review modal data and evaluate the probability that a given part or system will be acceptable to CARB. Must be skilled in communicating test results to SEMA Members.
Familiarity with OBD2 systems
Valid Driver’s license
Dedicated to the importance of maintaining complete transparency with SEMA staff, insofar as possible bias toward the Association or its member companies could be perceived.
Knowledgeable about the Specialty Automotive Aftermarket parts industry and familiar with the range of parts and systems that typify this market segment
Excellent communication and administrative skills
RELATIONSHIPS
Reports to General Manager
Interfaces with Director of Emissions Compliance, Process Specialist, Los Angeles Lab Manager and SEMA Certified-Emissions Engineer
Oversight and supervision of Detroit Emissions Lab staff
Interfaces with CARB Compliance staff
Members
All levels of staff
This position will be working onsite. No remote opportunity available for this position.
A love for cars, trucks and SUVs is the motivating force behind the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA). This trade association consists of a diverse group of manufacturers, distributors, retailers, publishing companies, auto restorers, street-rod builders, restylers, car clubs, race teams and more. Our organization performs many services for its members and for the hobby as a whole. Perhaps most importantly, SEMA works hard to protect consumers’ rights to drive accessorized, customized and vintage vehicles. Every year, SEMA also presents an enormous trade show in Las Vegas. This is where manufacturers unveil their latest offerings, while buyers, distributors and members of the press walk their feet off to see it all. Visit SEMAShow.com for more information.
