Vehicle Engine Test Engineer

Role: Vehicle Engine Test Engineer Location: Pontiac, MI Rate: Market Duration: 12 months Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8AM 5PM (Onsite). Occasional weekend support remotely. Role Summary: We seek dynamic development and validation engineers with expertise in engines, transmissions, and drive units. Your responsibilities will include planning, executing subsystem tests, data analysis, and leading the transition of lab-based activities to math models. Key Responsibilities:
•  Support hardware setup and debugging for test readiness
•  Monitor testing progress and report on issues
•  Develop first-time capable tests for hardware validation
•  Lead issue diagnosis and resolution during setup and testing
•  Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance process and test efficiency
•  Ensure data quality using post-processing tools for final reports
•  Implement global standard work processes and procedures
•  Support math-based activities, migrating additional work to math-based models
•  Mentor and train new engineers Required Skills and Experience:
•  Minimum 2 years of automotive engineering experience with engine, transmission, or drive unit knowledge
•  2-5 years of experience with engine, transmission, or drive unit testing, calibration, or hardware development
•  Exposure to propulsion system calibration in test and vehicle environment
•  Experience with engine dyno setup and testing
•  Familiarity with engines (gasoline and/or diesel) and associated hardware
•  Lab environment experience (safety, instrumentation, troubleshooting)
•  Data post-processing proficiency (data review, identifying good vs. bad data, presenting results effectively Preferred Skills and Experience:
•  Familiarity with AVL PUMA/IndiCom and ETAS INCA software
•  Strong drive for results
•  Excellent planning and problem-solving abilities
•  High level of oral and written communication skills
•  Proficient with computer and data acquisition systems
•  Willingness to travel occasionally for offsite testing ( Candidate Requirements and Additional Skills:
•  Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Computer Science, or Physics
•  2-4 years of relevant experience
•  Lubrication and vents experience preferred but not mandatory
•  Specific engine experience is a plus Education and Training:
•  Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Computer Science, or Physics