Position Title: Electrical Systems Form Document Reviewer
Activity: Formula SAE Document Review
Position Description: Volunteers will conduct a technical review of the student completed Electrical Safety Form (ESF). The ESF documents the design of the high voltage electrical system and associated safety systems in the vehicle.
Teams must present data sheets with rated specifications for all tractive system parts used and show that none of these ratings are exceeded (including wiring components). This includes stress caused by the environment e.g. high temperatures, vibration, etc.
Volunteers will guide student teams to correct paths/processes until document is accepted by volunteer, but not provide the direct answer.
Preferred Skills/Qualifications/ Experience: Volunteers should have knowledge of electrical engineering design and safety of electrical systems. Volunteer should be able to read and understand basic electrical schematics and circuits.
Orientation and Training: Online training led by the Electrical Technical Inspection Lead and Rules Committee Member who will also manage workload and review process.
Work Conducted via: Documents and communication with students via messages on www.fsaeonline.com. Weekly meetings with all reviewers.
Time Commitment: The review process starts months before competition. The Lead Reviewer will manage assignments based on experience and availability. Reviewing and writing up changes for any individual document varies depending on complexity. There is a weekly conference call for training, questions, and open discussion.
SAE Members only: NO
Benefits of Participation: To educate future engineers and associate with them on a real-world experience project.
Leadership Skills Obtained in this Role:
● Resolving issues fairly, consistently, and courteously from a position of authority
● Engineering judgment
● Mentoring students and other reviewers with lessons learned
● Continuous improvement of this process for all participants
