Dev/Research/Test Engineer (Engine testing) - 730

DSM-H Consulting; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

DSM-H Consulting is seeking a Test Engineer with 2–4 years of mechanical engineering experience to support diesel engine testing and data analysis. The role involves hands-on dyno testing, troubleshooting, and coordinating with facilities and instrumentation teams.

You will review test plans with senior engineers, mentor operators, and ensure smooth operation of the test cell in a fast-paced environment. Internships are acceptable as prior experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering is required.
• 2–4 years of mechanical test experience is preferred.
• Internships accepted as job experience.
• Experience with large diesel engines and data analysis is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support/direct/mentor test cell operators running engine tests.
• Troubleshoot engine and test cell issues to minimize downtime.
• Coordinate with facilities, instrumentation, and mechanics for issue resolution.
• Document test cell and engine hardware issues, results and configurations.
• Attend daily standups and communicate results to the technical team.

Skills

Troubleshooting Technical Problems

Analytical Thinking

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

Data acquisition equipment

MATLAB

Canape

DIAdem

Horiba

AVL

Allen Bradley

Microsoft tools

Job description

Notes: WD is looking for candidates with engine testing experience and effective communication skills

also troubleshooting with facility team is a needed skill

Hands on diesel engine dyno tests is preferred - ideally performance and emissions. Also, knowing/troubleshooting data acquisition systems - using data analysis

Position’s Contributions to Work Group:

• Test engineer is a key role in engine development to provide successful execution of the test plan.
• Effective Test cell and engine troubleshooting helps to minimize downtime and improve productivity.
• Individual will regularly review look ahead of test plan with senior engineers and prepare for engine and test cell setup.

Typical task breakdown:

• Support/direct/mentor test cell operators running engine tests.
• Troubleshoot both engine and test cell issues.
• Coordinate with support function teams like facilities, instrumentation, mechanic etc. for issue resolution.
• Document test cell and engine hardware issues.

Interaction with team:

• This position will be required to attend daily standup meeting with core team as well as hand off meeting for continuous operation.
• Individual will provide updates, participate in troubleshooting discussion, help reach to consensus on action plan and communicate results to technical team.

Team Structure

• Team has ~15 engineers from entry level to 20+years' experience in various roles - supporting test operation, engine hardware validation, and performance/emission data analysis.

Work environment:

We have developed a training process for test operation that will ease the onboarding experience.

While conducting daily/hourly test activities is a fast-paced environment, there is opportunity for flexible schedule framework depending on test activities.

Education & Experience Required:

• Years of experience: 2-4 years
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
• Do you accept internships as job experience: Yes
• Are there past or additional job titles or roles that would provide comparable background to this role: Testing, Data analysis, Hands on experience with large diesel engines.

Top 3 Skills

• Troubleshooting Technical Problems
• Analytical Thinking
• Accuracy and Attention to details

Additional Technical Skills

(Required)

• Hands-on experience with mechanical/electrical test setup and data acquisition equipment
• Proficiency of Microsoft tools
• Data analysis/visualization tools like Matlab, Canape, DIAdem
• Familiar with emission/ measurement equipment like Horiba, AVL, Allen Bradley

Soft Skills

(Required)

• Self-starter, Strong verbal, and written communication
• Enjoys fast paced, hand on work environment.
• Quick learner and attention to details
• Analytical and problem-solving ability
• Innovative/creative technical solution
• Lead projects and extended team members