Automotive Engine Test Engineer

Global Connect Technologies; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Connect Technologies in Dearborn, MI is seeking an Engine Test Engineer to set up and operate engine test benches and instrumentation, ensure safe and efficient test execution, and collect and process engine test data.

You will support durability, thermal, and NVH validation activities; analyze results using data acquisition systems; generate test reports and performance insights; and assist calibration teams in optimizing engine performance and emissions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical engineering or with experience in a relevant discipline.
• Hands-on experience with dynamometer (dyno) operation and engine test cell setup.
• Strong understanding of IC engine working principles, combustion theory, and emissions calculations.
• Proficiency with data acquisition and analysis tools; good problem-solving and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate engine test benches and instrumentation.
• Ensure safe and efficient test execution and collect/process test data.
• Support engine durability, thermal, and NVH validation activities.
• Analyze results using data acquisition systems and generate test reports.
• Assist calibration teams in optimizing engine performance and emissions.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Reporting skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline

Tools

Data acquisition software

Dyno control software

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

• Set up and operate engine test benches and instrumentation
• Ensure safe and efficient test execution
• Collect and process engine test data
• Support engine durability, thermal, and NVH validation activities
• Analyze results using data acquisition systems
• Generate test reports and performance insights
• Assist calibration teams in optimizing engine performance
• Support tuning activities based on test results
• Conduct engine performance evaluation including power, torque, efficiency, and emissions
• Perform carbon balance calculations for fuel efficiency and emissions analysis
• Understand and analyze engine operation principles
• Apply combustion fundamentals to interpret test outcomes
• Troubleshoot engine and test-related issues

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical engineering or with experience in a relevant discipline
• 2-3 years of demonstrated automotive experience with detail-oriented focus in engine/transmission testing support.
• Hands-on experience in Dynamometer (dyno) operation, Engine test cell setup and execution
• Strong understanding of IC engine working principles, Combustion theory, Carbon balance and emissions calculations, Engine performance metrics
• Tools & Software: Data acquisition and analysis tools
• Good problem-solving, analytical, and reporting skills
• Microsoft Excel and powerpoint for presentations and project tracking activities.