Fuel Injection Hardware Development & Validation Engineer

General Motors; Pontiac (MI); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

General Motors in Pontiac is seeking a Hardware Development Engineer to plan, develop, and execute fuel injector component and subsystem tests in a lab-based, hybrid setting. You will perform hands-on bench work, analyze data, and support virtualization of lab activities to improve efficiency.

The role requires 2+ years automotive engineering experience, strong problem-solving, and collaboration across cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in automotive engineering with engine knowledge.
• Demonstrated drive for results in a laboratory or development environment.
• Strong planning and problem-solving skills, including managing multiple test activities in parallel.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• High level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with others and work independently.
• Proven ability to prioritize work and resources balancing urgent program needs with long-term improvements.
• Proficient with computer and data acquisition systems used in test environments.
• Experience in data analysis to optimize testing and model correlation.
• Experience using and creating MATLAB and Python scripts for data analysis and post-processing.

Responsibilities

• Execute fuel injector development and validation testing across multiple engine programs.
• Develop, implement, and execute first-time capable tests for hardware development and validation on fuel injector benches.
• Lead diagnosis and resolution of issues during test setup, execution, and post-test investigations.
• Track and report test status, issues, and risks to support program milestones and decision making.
• Ensure testing conforms to GM safety, quality, and procedural standards.
• Create, maintain, and utilize post-processing tools to assure data quality and improve test efficiency.
• Analyze data to optimize test plans, reduce test time, and support virtual model development.
• Identify and implement data reduction opportunities and automate routine analysis tasks.
• Collaborate with facilities, calibration teams, and hardware release engineers to improve process and test efficiency.
• Train and mentor new engineers on bench operation and safety.

Skills

Automotive engineering

Engine knowledge

Data analysis

MATLAB

Python

Test bench

Data acquisition systems

Oral and written communication

Planning & problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Physics

Tools

ETAS INCA

MATLAB

Python

Job description

General Motors in Pontiac is seeking a Hardware Development Engineer to plan, develop, and execute fuel injector component and subsystem tests in a lab-based, hybrid setting. You will perform hands-on bench work, analyze data, and support virtualization of lab activities to improve efficiency.

The role requires 2+ years automotive engineering experience, strong problem-solving, and collaboration across cross-functional teams.