HVAC Systems Performance Engineer

Altentechnologyusa; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ALTEN Technology USA is seeking an HVAC System Performance Engineer to ensure vehicle functional objectives are met and to lead reviews of climate-related systems. You will collaborate with the Product team, lab engineers, and program chiefs, conducting virtual analyses, test planning, and on-road testing for assigned programs.

The role requires HVAC experience, data acquisition skills, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams to drive issue resolution and proactive climate system

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited university.
• 3+ years of relevant engineering experience.
• Experience with HVAC or cooling systems and thermal development.
• Experience with data acquisition systems.
• Ability to work with cross functional teams.
• Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• The HVAC System Performance Engineer will ensure that vehicle functional objectives are achieved and will recommend actions to the Product team.
• The selected candidate will conduct reviews of functional systems including virtual simulation analysis, refrigerant and air moving systems status with program chiefs, development test planning with lab engineers, and over the road test trip execution for assigned programs.
• The Engineer will also lead the communications and reporting of issues which include status updates and driving issue resolution.
• The HVAC System Performance Engineer will be responsible for proactive planning and tracking of vehicle validation, active support of climate system attributes, and DVP&R test and reporting.

Skills

HVAC experience

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Tools

Data acquisition systems

ETAS software

Vector software

Job description

We’re ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company helping clients bring groundbreaking ideas to life—from advancing space exploration and life-saving medical devices to building autonomous electric vehicles. With 3,000+ experts across North America, we partner with leading companies in aerospace, medical devices, robotics, automotive, commercial vehicles, EVs, rail, and more.

As part of the global ALTEN Group—57,000+ engineers in 30 countries—we deliver across the entire product development cycle, from consulting to full project outsourcing.

When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you’ll collaborate on some of the world’s toughest engineering challenges, supported by mentorship, career growth opportunities, and comprehensive benefits. We take pride in fostering a culture where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow.

Job Description:

• The HVAC System Performance Engineer will ensure that vehicle functional objectives are achieved and will recommend actions to the Product team.
• The selected candidate will conduct reviews of functional systems including virtual simulation analysis, refrigerant and air moving systems status with program chiefs, development test planning with lab engineers, and over the road test trip execution for assigned programs.
• The Engineer will also lead the communications and reporting of issues which include status updates and driving issue resolution.
• The HVAC System Performance Engineer will be responsible for proactive planning and tracking of vehicle validation, active support of climate system attributes, and DVP&R test and reporting.

Position Requirements:

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited university
• 3+ years of relevant engineering experience
• Experience with HVAC or cooling systems and thermal development
• Experience with data acquisition systems
• Ability to work with cross functional teams
• Driver’s License

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with drive cell / wind tunnel testing
• Experience with vehicle calibration (ETAS and/or Vector software products) a plus
• Experience working with and directing bargaining unit mechanics
• Proven ability to lead teams
• Chauffeur’s License or willingness and ability to get one

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or pregnancy.

Compliance Notice:

Alten USA is a federal contractor subject to the requirements of the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and Executive Order 11246. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Drug Screening Requirement:

As a federal contractor, Alten USA maintains a drug-free workplace. All candidates selected for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening as a condition of hire.