Dev/Research Engineer 2

Cullerton Group; Mossville (IL); On-site; USD 72,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401(k)

Holiday pay

Job summary

Cullerton Group in Mossville, Illinois is seeking a Dev/Research Engineer 2 for a 24-month, onsite role focused on engine test preparation, data acquisition, and troubleshooting. You will collaborate with test-cell operators, facility teams, and engineers to meet test objectives and document issues efficiently.

The position emphasizes hands-on work with large engines, blueprints, and instrumentation, requiring a bachelor’s in mechanical engineering and 2–4 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering.
• 2–4 years of engineering experience; internship may be considered.
• Hands-on with mechanical/electrical test setups and data-acquisition equipment.
• Experience with large diesel engines testing or data analysis.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret specs/drawings.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office tools.
• Onsite in Mossville, IL, 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
• Able to satisfy export-control requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support, direct, and mentor test-cell operators during engine testing.
• Prepare engine and test-cell configurations per test plans.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, engine, instrumentation issues.
• Coordinate with facilities, instrumentation, mechanics, and other teams.
• Document engine hardware, test-cell, and equipment issues.
• Review upcoming test plans with senior engineers and prepare equipment.
• Participate in daily stand-up and shift handoff meetings.
• Communicate progress, troubleshooting findings, action plans, and results to the team.
• Research, develop, manufacture, and test mechanical tools, engines, machines, and devices.
• Review specs, manuals, drawings, and design proposals for feasibility.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Strong written & verbal communication

Problem solving

Hands-on troubleshooting

Blueprint interpretation

Self-motivated

Organized

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

MATLAB

CANape

DIAdem

Horiba equipment

Allen-Bradley systems

Job description

Cullerton Group has a new opportunity for a Dev/Research Engineer 2. The work will be performed onsite at a technical center in Mossville, Illinois. This is a 24-month position that can lead to permanent employment with our client. Compensation is $36/hr+ full benefits (vision, dental, health insurance, 401k, and holiday pay).

Job Summary

The Dev/Research Engineer 2 will support the execution of engine tests for advanced large-engine and dual-fuel development programs. This engineer will work closely with development engineers, test-cell operators, facility teams, instrumentation specialists, and mechanics to ensure that engine and test-cell configurations meet established test objectives. The position focuses on test preparation, troubleshooting, data acquisition, hardware issue documentation, and the efficient completion of development test plans. This is a hands-on role in a fast-paced engineering environment involving advanced engine technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Support, direct, and mentor test-cell operators during engine testing activities
• Prepare engine and test-cell configurations according to test plans and technical objectives
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, engine, instrumentation, and test-cell issues
• Coordinate with facilities, instrumentation, mechanics, and other support teams to resolve technical problems
• Document engine hardware, test-cell, and equipment issues accurately and thoroughly
• Review upcoming test plans with senior engineers and prepare required equipment and hardware
• Participate in daily stand-up and shift handoff meetings supporting continuous test operations
• Communicate test progress, troubleshooting findings, action plans, and results to the technical team
• Research, develop, manufacture, and test mechanical tools, engines, machines, and related devices
• Review specifications, manuals, drawings, and design proposals to assess technical feasibility

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering
• 2–4 years of relevant engineering experience; qualifying internship experience may be considered
• Hands-on experience with mechanical and electrical test setups and data-acquisition equipment
• Experience with testing, data analysis, or hands-on work involving large diesel engines
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot technical problems and identify effective corrective actions
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, schematics, specifications, and computer-generated reports
• Ability to create sketches, engineering drawings, and common engineering calculations
• Proficiency with Microsoft productivity tools
• Strong analytical thinking, accuracy, and attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Self-motivated, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on environment
• Ability to work onsite in Mossville, Illinois, generally from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Ability to satisfy applicable export-control requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of diesel-engine systems and operation
• Experience with MATLAB, CANape, DIAdem, or comparable data-analysis and visualization tools
• Familiarity with emissions and measurement equipment from Horiba, AVL, or similar manufacturers
• Experience with Allen-Bradley systems
• Previous computer-aided design experience
• Experience leading projects or coordinating extended technical teams

Why This Role?

This position offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience with advanced engine and dual-fuel development technology. The engineer will collaborate with experienced facility professionals and global engineering teams while helping maintain test-program productivity and progress. The combination of analytical problem-solving, hardware troubleshooting, and daily test execution provides engaging work with visible results. Cullerton Group provides a professional environment with long-term growth potential.