Advanced Performance Development Engineer

INNIO Group; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 84,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Life insurance

Flexible Spending / Health Savings

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

INNIO Group in the United States seeks an Advanced Performance Development Engineer to improve gas engine performance and emissions using simulation and testing. You will support new product development programs and lead technical reviews within a global team.

The role covers rich and lean burn engine development for gas compression and power generation, with emphasis on process and tool improvement and cross-functional leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master of Science in mechanical engineering or similar.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and technical project personnel.
• Strong interpersonal skills to lead in a global matrix organization.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong analysis and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Engineering work for gas engine development projects focusing on performance and emissions.
• Definition and execution of engine tests and interpretation of results.
• Definition of 1D simulation and co-simulation.
• Create and improve development, validation, and calibration processes.
• Support the technical direction to projects.
• Communicate recommendations through analysis and presentations of data.
• Collaborate with controls, design, mechanical, sales, marketing and service teams.
• Provide technical consultation to cross-functional teams to improve issues.

Skills

Organizational skills

Global teamwork leadership

Analytical skills

Oral and written communication

Education

Bachelor or Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AVL suite

GT-Suite

MATLAB & Simulink

ETAS INCA

MS Office

StatEase Design Expert

Job description

About INNIO Group:

INNIO Group is a global distributed energy solutions provider that delivers reliable, flexible, transient, decentralized, modular and efficient power. With a track record of innovation, INNIO designs, manufactures and services high‑performance power systems under its Jenbacher and Waukesha brands. The company delivers power for applications including data centers, microgrids, grid stabilization, industrial energy and gas compression. INNIO employs over 5,000 people worldwide and is committed to moving energy forward.

Role Summary:

As the Advanced Performance Development Engineer, you will work in a global engineering team to improve the performance and emissions of gas engines using simulation and testing. You will support and contribute to performance activities on new product and new technology development programs as well as support improvement initiatives in the Performance team. Development activities will include the further improvement of rich burn and lean burn engines for gas compression and power generation applications. Performance initiatives include the creation and improvement of processes, tools, and skills in our global team and providing technical expertise and leadership during technical reviews.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Engineering work for gas engine development projects focusing on performance (power, efficiency, emissions, cost, transient behavior, etc.) and operating strategies.
• Definition and execution of engine tests (single cylinder and multi-cylinder engines) concerning mixture preparation, gas exchange, combustion, turbocharging, etc. including interpretation and documentation of the results.
• Definition of corresponding 1D simulation and co-simulation.
• Create and improve internal development, validation, and calibration processes and strategies to increase speed, robustness, and efficiency of product release.
• Support the technical direction to projects.
• Effectively communicate and provide recommendations through the analysis, preparation, and presentation of technical data.
• Close cooperation with controls, design, mechanical engineering, sales, marketing, and service.
• Provide technical consultation to cross-functional teams throughout engineering to improve or resolve manufacturing, supplier, or field issues.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor or Master of science in mechanical engineering or similar
• Organizational skills required to manage multiple projects and technical project personnel
• Strong interpersonal skills to lead in a global matrix organization
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong analysis and problem-solving skills

Desired Characteristics:

• 5+ years’ experience in engine testing, development, and simulation
• Experience in engine system calibration, hardware development, and engine control strategies.
• Ability to follow standard practices related to engine testing, simulation, and calibration.
• Ability to follow and understand engine control system strategies.
• Experience with creation and analysis of Design of Experiments including regression analysis.
• Experience with simulation and modeling of engine and engine control systems using GT-Power and Simulink (or equivalent).
• Experience with DAQ setup, programming, and troubleshooting.
• Experience with automated engine testing and calibration.
• Experience with the following software: AVL suite (PUMA, IndiCom, Concerto), Gamma Technologies GT-Suite, Mathworks Matlab & Simulink, StatEase Design Expert, ETAS INCA, MS Office

Compensation Range:

$83,840.00 - $125,760.00 per year (Varies depending on relevancy of experience, technical certifications, and other job-related criteria).

What We Offer:

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings A ccounts
• Paid time off and 14 paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement savings program

Additional Information:

• Location: This position is primarily on-site at our Waukesha, WI.Regular, in-person attendance is required, with occasional remote work flexibility.
• Travel: Up to 10% travel (domestic and international)
• Visa Sponsorship: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position now or in the future.

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INNIO offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. INNIO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.