Engine Prototyping, Testing, and Validation Engineer

Company Description

Accelerate your career with a fast-growing global engineering group. At this company, you'll work on exciting projects and help shape the future in a company where innovation goes hand in hand with engineering.

3D printing, augmented reality, autonomous vehicles, the factory of the future... these are the daily rhythms of our 10,000 ingenious employees, so why not yours?

Whether next door or on the other side of the world, at this company you'll find the opportunity that will give new meaning to your career!

Job Description

• Manage shipping and preparation of completed engine assemblies/components to test facilities in line with customer requirements
• Coordinate validation testing per DVP&R, OEM test specifications, industry best practices, and lessons learned, under Chief Engineer guidance
• Ensure timely delivery of test specifications, procedures, engines, and supporting hardware (harnesses, connectors, seals, plugs, mounts, etc.) for scheduled test milestones
• Review and approve test cell setups, fixtures, and procedures at internal and external facilities (CTC, ARDC, supplier labs in Southeast Michigan and beyond)
• Track validation progress against plans and present status in program reviews and technical meetings
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues arising during test execution
• Maintain complete documentation and records for each validation cycle
• Review, approve, and sign off on final test reports; ensure results are incorporated into DVP&R
• Manage post-test property disposition, including teardown, inspection, and reuse decisions
• Develop, maintain, and continuously improve test procedures, validation methods, DVPs, and PV plans for engine product development
• Provide on-site technical support as a resident engineer at partner test facilities or supplier sites
• Support root cause investigations of validation issues, warranty concerns, or field returns; drive mitigation and corrective actions
• Apply structured problem-solving tools (DFSS, 8D, 5-Why, Fault Tree Analysis) in proactive and reactive engineering activities
• Conduct diagnostic testing, replicate failure modes observed during validation or field use, and recommend corrective design/process improvements
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (design, quality, manufacturing) to align validation activities with program timing and technical requirements

Qualifications

• Understanding of automotive Engine designs.
• Knowledge of electronic bill of material systems, and CAD systems, preferably TeamCenter.
• Knowledge of fasteners and torque.
• Able to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Understanding of Engine electronics.
• Knowledge for the various tools to collect battery data and able plot data.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.