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.
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
