Dynamometer Test Engineer

Optimal Inc.

$80K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
  • 5-7 years of experience in engine combustion development testing and calibration
  • Knowledge of engine design and functions
  • Familiarity with engine testing and instrumentation
  • Proficiency in data processing tools and combustion data analysis

Responsibilities

  • Design and execute test plans to validate engine attributes
  • Optimize engine control settings for fuel economy and performance
  • Perform cycle-based testing to ensure engine durability
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement test plans
  • Prepare and present test data to team members
  • Review test plans and ensure comprehensive execution

Benefits

  • Hybrid work schedule with four days per week in the office
  • Hands-on work with engine hardware
  • Opportunity for collaboration across various engineering disciplines
  • Engaging in cutting-edge engine performance development techniques
  • Support for professional growth and skill advancement
Full Job Description
Position Description:
Engine Performance Development (EPD) is responsible for verifying the engine attributes related to combustion, mechanical function, and durability.
In this department we use engine dynamometers to test and validate these attributes.
Our work includes optimization of engine control settings to improve fuel economy and performance, validating the engines durability by performing cycle-based testing, and establishing advertised power and torque for regulatory agencies and marketing. This is a hands-on job that allows individuals to work directly with engine hardware.
Design and execute test plans to validate engine attributes
Work with cross functional groups to execute test plans
Prepare test data for presentations to various cross functional team members Review Test plans and execute testing to support engine performance development. Testing done to validate engine attributes for combustion, mechanical function and engine durability

Skills Required:

Data Collection

Experience Required:
Engine Only Combustion Development testing and calibration development
Experience in engine design or knowledge of engine functions
Background knowledge of engine testing and instrumentation
Familiarity of data processing tools, combustion data analysis, and engine controls and calibration

Education Required:
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
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