HVAC Systems Performance Engineer

ALTEN Technology USA; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan with match

PTO

Parental leave

Mentorship

Job summary

ALTEN Technology USA is seeking an HVAC System Performance Engineer to ensure vehicle objectives are met, lead tests, and report findings. You will collaborate with product teams on virtual simulations, cooling systems, and validation plans, while driving issue resolution and proactive planning.

The role requires a bachelor’s in engineering (ABET-accredited) and 3+ years of relevant experience, with cross-functional collaboration and a valid driver's license.

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

• Review functional systems including virtual simulation analysis and cooling components.
• Lead communication and reporting of issues with status updates and resolutions.
• Plan and track vehicle validation and climate system attributes.
• Support DVP&R testing and reporting.

Skills

HVAC systems

Thermal development

Data acquisition

Cross-functional teams

Vehicle calibration awareness

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Tools

ETAS

Vector

Job description

We’re ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company that provides solutions for engineering, technology, and product development projects. For decades, we’ve been helping our clients develop products that are changing the world, whether that’s by shaping the future of space exploration, saving lives with medical devices that set a new standard of care, or creating the fully autonomous electric taxi of tomorrow. Our team of more than 600 people works across industries including aerospace, medical devices and life sciences, unmanned systems and robotics, automotive OEM and tier 1 suppliers, commercial vehicle, electric vehicles, rail, and more. Our offices across the US have different industry focuses and engage with our clients in different ways, ranging from working on-site at client facilities to performing product development at our delivery centers.

ALTEN Group, our parent company, has been a leader in engineering and information technology for more than 30 years. ALTEN Group operates in 30 countries across Europe, North America, Asia, Africa and the Middle East and employs more than 36,000 people, 88% of whom are engineers. The company covers the whole development cycle and offers a choice of service levels, from technology consulting to complete project outsourcing.

When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you join a group of people passionate about collaborating to solve some of the world’s most technical engineering challenges. Our success is tied to taking care of our employees by building relationships and providing opportunities for mentorship and career growth.

• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• a 401(k) plan with employer matching
• paid time off (PTO)
• paid parental leave
• mentorship to help you take your career to the next level

You don’t have to take our word for it that we are a great place to work—we were named on the 2023 Top Workplaces list thanks to feedback from our proud employees.

Role Overview

• 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

ALTEN Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Our Policy is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual’s age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.