Diesel Engine Test Engineer — Hands-on & Data-Driven

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

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.