Education & Training
- BS in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or a related engineering discipline.
Required Skills & Experience
- Minimum 2 years of experience in automotive engineering with engine knowledge (diesel or gasoline).
- Demonstrated drive for results in a laboratory or development environment.
- Strong planning and problem-solving skills, including the ability to manage multiple test activities in parallel.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- High level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with others, build peer relationships, and work independently with minimal direction.
- Proven ability to prioritize work and resources, balancing urgent program needs with long-term improvements.
- Proficient with computer and data acquisition systems used in test environments.
- Experience in data analysis to optimize testing, assess hardware performance, or support model correlation.
- Experience using and creating MATLAB scripts for data analysis and post-processing.
Preferred Skills & Experience
- Experience with AVL PUMA/IndiCom and ETAS INCA software.
- Exposure to engine calibration in test cell and/or vehicle environments.
- 5+ years of experience in automotive engineering with engine development or testing.
- Hands-on experience with engine dynamometer setup and testing.
- Experience with diesel engine function, architecture, and subsystems, including high-pressure common-rail fuel injection.
- Hands-on experience with diesel injector or common-rail bench testing (flow, leakage, spray characterization, durability, etc.).
Work Location & Model
- This role is expected to be lab-based/hybrid, with significant time spent on-site in the Pontiac test facility supporting hands-on bench activities.
- Specific onsite expectations and hybrid details will be defined by the hiring manager based on business needs.
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