Senior Advanced Engine Development Engineer

General Motors (GM) • Pontiac, Michigan, United States of America • Full-time

$100,000

per year

Data Analysis Testing Calibration Cross-Functional Collaboration engine development

Job Description

Work Arrangement: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to the office three times per week or other frequency dictated by the business.

The Role

We are looking for a Senior Advanced Engine Development Engineer, who is responsible for planning, developing, and executing subsystem level tests in a world class testing and development facility.  Tasks also include participating within cross functional development teams, data analysis, calibration development, identifying opportunities for data reduction, and leading the migration of lab-based activities to math is required.  This is an assignment where creativity, initiative and independent judgment are involved, and effective cross-organizational teamwork is crucial. 

What You'll Do

Follow development test unit through build process – support setup and debugging to assure test readiness
Actively report out timeline/results/conclusions/recommendations to the Advanced or Product Development Teams while collaborating with Technical Experts to improve current test methods, design features and calibration strategies. This may involve comprehending related ECU algorithms, associated calibration process, and evaluation of virtual metrics supporting hardware decision making
Collaborate with design, 1D and 3D analysis teams to collectively achieve program goals
Develop and execute first-time capable tests for calibration and hardware development evaluation
Lead diagnosis and resolution of issues that occur during setup and testing
Utilize and create post processing tools to assure data quality and track usefulness of data in generation of final calibration or reports
Develop, implement, and update standard work processes and procedures globally
Interact with facilities, technical leads, calibration teams, hardware release engineers, and other cross functional units to improve process and test efficiency
Support math-based activities, migrating additional work from Road and Lab to Math based models and data analysis
Train, mentor, and develop new engineers

Additional Job Description

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

Minimum 7 years of experience in engineering with engine system knowledge that includes experience with gas/diesel combustion system component interactions, engine testing, calibration, single cylinder engine, or hardware development. 
Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Computer Science, or Physics  
Demonstrated drive for results 
Excellent planning and problem-solving skills  
High level of oral and written communication skills 
High level of interpersonal skills to work independently and effectively with others, and ability to establish peer relationships. 
Proficient with computer and data acquisition systems 
Experience in data analysis to optimize testing or model results 
Ability to travel as required for offsite testing (less than 5%)

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

Experience with AVL PUMA/IndiCom/CAMEO and ETAS INCA software
Exposure to propulsion system calibration in test and vehicle environment 
Knowledge and 10+ years of experience with gas/diesel combustion system component interactions, engine testing, calibration, single cylinder engine, or hardware development 
Experience with engine dyno setup and testing 
Familiarity with government test cycles (e.g., FTP, US06, WLTP, RDE) 
MS in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Physics

This job may be eligible for relocation benefits

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