Austen Shields
About Austen Shields
Austen Shields is an NVH Test Engineer currently employed at Allison Transmission since 2019. He has a background in mechanical engineering and has held various engineering roles at Faurecia, including Durability Test Engineer and several internships.
Work at Allison Transmission
Austen Shields has been employed at Allison Transmission as an NVH Test Engineer since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for conducting noise, vibration, and harshness testing to ensure the quality and performance of transmission systems. His work contributes to the development of advanced transmission technologies.
Previous Experience at Faurecia
Before joining Allison Transmission, Austen Shields worked at Faurecia in various capacities. He served as a Durability Test Engineer from 2016 to 2019, focusing on testing the durability of automotive components in Columbus, Indiana. Prior to that, he held the position of NVH Test Intern for four months in 2015 and worked as a Durability Intern from 2014 to 2016. Additionally, he was a Calibration Intern for three months in 2013.
Education and Expertise
Austen Shields earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Mechanical Engineering from Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis, completing his studies from 2012 to 2016. His educational background provides a solid foundation in engineering principles, which he applies in his current role as an NVH Test Engineer.
Early Career at Marsh Supermarkets
Austen Shields began his career working at Marsh Supermarkets as a Deli Clerk from 2011 to 2013. This role involved customer service and food preparation, providing him with early work experience before pursuing his engineering career.