Junior Engine & Fuel Systems Development Engineer

ALTEN Technology USA; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 58,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) plan

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Mentorship

Job summary

ALTEN Technology USA is seeking a Mechanical/Automotive Engineer to support the design, testing, and continuous improvement of fuel system components and engine assemblies. You will work closely with senior engineers, CAE teams, suppliers, and manufacturing to drive component performance and reliability.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering and 6 months to 1 year of related experience, with CAD/CAE/CFD/FEA proficiency. Travel up to 20% locally is expected.

Qualifications

• 6 months to 1 year of relevant experience in fuel systems or automotive engineering.
• Strong fundamentals in engine components, fuel injection, and combustion.
• Familiarity with CAD/CAE/CFD/FEA and engineering analysis concepts.

Responsibilities

• Support development and engineering of core engine and fuel system components.
• Collaborate with senior engineers, CAE teams, suppliers, and manufacturing.
• Assist with design reviews and engineering analysis of performance and reliability.
• Support DFMEA, DVP&R, specifications, and change documentation.
• Assist with prototype parts ordering, builds, testing, and DV/PV activities.
• Assist with root cause analysis and corrective actions for engine components.
• Participate in component, engine, and vehicle testing and post-test reviews.
• Support APQP activities, supplier meetings, and production launches.
• Contribute to engineering changes and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop understanding of fuel injection systems and automotive engineering requirements.

Skills

Analytical

Communication

Teamwork

Presentation

Self-motivated

Learn quickly

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Automotive Engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

CAD

CAE

CFD

FEA

GD&T

MATLAB

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. We offer comprehensive benefits for all full-time employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) plan with employer matching; paid time off (PTO); paid parental leave; and 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.

Position Description

• Support the development and engineering of core engine and fuel system components, including high-pressure fuel pumps, direct injection rails, high-pressure fuel lines, port fuel injection (PFI) rails, fuel injectors, and other related engine components.
• Work closely with senior engineers, designers, CAE teams, suppliers, and manufacturing teams to support component design, development, testing, and continuous improvement activities.
• Assist with design reviews and engineering analysis to evaluate component performance, reliability, durability, and system requirements.
• Support engineering documentation, including DFMEA, DVP&R, engineering specifications, and design change documentation.
• Assist with prototype part ordering, component builds, development testing, and tracking of DV/PV activities.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions related to fuel system, combustion, or engine component issues.
• Participate in component, engine, and vehicle testing and assist with post-test reviews and failure analysis.
• Support APQP activities, supplier meetings, manufacturing reviews, and product development activities under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Assist with engineering changes, production launch activities, service documentation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop a working understanding of fuel injection systems, internal combustion engine operation, combustion processes, fluid mechanics, and automotive engineering requirements.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• 6 months to 1 year of relevant experience, internship/co-op, research, or hands-on project experience in fuel systems, combustion, internal combustion engines, piston/engine components, or related automotive engineering.
• Basic understanding of automotive fuel injection systems, internal combustion engines, combustion processes, or fluid systems.
• Basic knowledge of engineering design and analysis concepts, including CAD, CAE, CFD, FEA, and GD&T.
• Basic understanding of fluid flow, pressure, sealing, and engineering analysis concepts.
• Basic understanding of engineering development, testing, and problem-solving processes.
• Strong analytical, communication, teamwork, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Self-motivated with the ability to learn quickly, manage multiple activities, and work effectively in a team environment.
• Willingness to travel up to 0–20%, primarily locally, with occasional travel to facilities in the US, Canada, or Mexico.

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship, co-op, academic research, or hands-on project experience involving combustion, fuel injection, internal combustion engines, piston/engine components, or related systems.
• Experience or academic exposure to combustion testing, engine testing, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, or propulsion systems.
• Familiarity with CAD, CAE, CFD, MATLAB, or other engineering analysis tools.
• Basic understanding of DFMEA, DVP&R, APQP, or automotive product development processes.
• Master's degree in Mechanical, Automotive, or a related engineering discipline.

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.