Fluid Systems Test Engineering Specialist

Sterling Performance, Inc.; Milford Charter Township, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Sterling Performance, Inc. in Milford, MI seeks a Fluid Systems Test Engineering Specialist to develop and run testing programs in our Milford lab. You will quote, fixture, set up tests, run them, and report results, acting as the customer contact from start to finish.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Fluid Systems engineering, plus proven test engineering experience and familiarity with SAE/J2044, J2045, J2260, GMW 15964, FCA PF. 90197.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering with a focus on Fluid Systems.
• Proven experience as a Test Engineer or similar role.
• Fluid Systems experience and familiar with related specs.
• Knowledge of SAE J2044/J2045/J2260, GMW 15964 and FCA PF. 90197.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering and functional duties in ongoing laboratory operations.
• Coordinate testing programs from quoting, fixturing, test setup, execution, and reporting.
• Act as liaison to customers from start to finish with accurate data handling.

Skills

Fluid systems testing

Analytical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Testing tools & methods

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Fluid Systems)

Tools

SAE J2044

SAE J2045

SAE J2260

GMW 15964

FCA PF. 90197

Webasto cycler

A&D DAQ software

Vibration Research software

Job description

# Fluid Systems Test Engineering SpecialistDevelop, run and coordinate fluid systems testing programs in our Milford, MI lab, from quoting and fixturing through test execution and reporting, as the customer's engineering contact from start to finish.Full-time · LaboratoryMilford, MIPosted October 8, 2026## Job SummaryThe Fluid System Test Engineering Specialist is responsible for performing engineering and functional duties involved in the ongoing laboratory operations. Acts as liaison to the customer from start to finish applying engineering support and maintaining vital information throughout the testing procedure. The Fluid System Test Engineering Specialist develops, implements, monitors, and coordinates testing programs by performing the following duties either personally or through subordinate personnel. This position reports directly to the Laboratory Manager.## Major Responsibilities* Responsible for functional duties and support to Laboratory Operations. To include but not limited to quoting, fixturing, review of specs, test setup, implementation, execution, report writing and review of all data.## Experience* Bachelor's degree in Engineering with a focus on Fluid Systems, or related field* Proven experience as a Test Engineer or similar role* Fluid Systems experience* Familiar with Test Specifications such as SAE J2044, SAE J2045, SAE J2260, GMW 15964, FCA PF. 90197, Pressure pulsation, vibration testing, & Thermal Shock testing* Proficiency in testing tools and techniques* Strong analytical skills and attention to detail* Excellent communication and teamwork abilities## Preferred Skills* Ability to operate/ Familiar with Webasto battery cycler, A&D DAQ software, and script writing.* Ability to write and run vibration profiles using Vibration Research software.* Familiar with vibration concepts. Familiar with principles of fluid dynamicsThis is an exciting opportunity for a Test Engineer to contribute to the quality assurance process of cutting-edge technology products.## Job Details* Job Type: Full-time* Experience: Fluid Testing: 2 years (Required)* Ability to Commute: Milford, MI 48381 (Required)* Ability to Relocate: Milford, MI 48381: Relocate before starting work (Required)* Work Location: In person## Benefits* 401(k)* 401(k) matching* Dental insurance* Health insurance* Paid time off