Lab Operations Test Engineer

TekWissen LLC; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

TekWissen LLC is seeking a Lab Operations Test Engineer to support Powertrain Testing at the Ann Arbor site. This onsite role focuses on maintaining testing readiness, executing engine and powertrain tests, and ensuring compliance with CFR procedures.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor's degree in engineering with experience in data acquisition tools and emission testing, and is prepared to troubleshoot equipment in controlled environments. Onsite collaboration with multiple teams is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering.
• Understanding of propulsion systems and CFR emission testing requirements.
• Proficiency with data acquisition tools Panel 4, ETAS or Hioki and modeling platforms.

Responsibilities

• Support Powertrain Testing - Lab Operations at the Michigan site.
• Verify CFR compliance and testing procedures for emission tests.
• Analyze emission outputs, PM, and fuel economy data to optimize performance.
• Troubleshoot equipment and resolve issues in test cells and environmental chambers.
• Support on-site teams for Battery Lab Facility development, prototype development and powertrain testing.
• Provide engineering support and oversee testing equipment reliability and operational issues.

Skills

Propulsion systems knowledge

CFR Emission Testing Requirements

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Panel 4

ETAS

Hioki

Job description

Overview:

TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients worldwide. Our client is a recognized prominent global enterprise in the automotive sector, listed among the top 50 companies in the Global Fortune rankings. As a leading player in the global automotive industry, our client manufactures vehicles in 27 countries and effectively markets them across over 170 countries and regions worldwide.

Position: Lab Operations Test Engineer

Location: Ann Arbor,MI 48105

Duration: 12 Months

Job Type: Temporary Assignment

Work Type: Onsite

Job Description:

• The primary responsibility of this role is to support the Powertrain Testing - Lab Operations function at the client Michigan site. Reporting to the Manager of Operations Central Lab Ops, the person in this role will support the Powertrain Testing department's objective to ensure testing readiness.

What you’ll be doing:

• Test Execution: engine, powertrain, or vehicle chassis dynamometers and emission analyzers.
• Compliance Validation: Verify test results against Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) and certification procedures (such as FTP, HWFE, and US06).
• Data Analysis: Analyze emission outputs, particulate matter (PM), and fuel economy data to optimize engine performance.
• Troubleshooting: Diagnose equipment or vehicle anomalies in controlled test cells and environmental chambers
• Support on site teams to ensure facilities are supporting current and new activities:
  • Battery Development & Testing at new Battery Lab Facility
  • Prototype Development
  • Powertrain Testing:
    • Full Vehicle
    • Component Level
  • Purchasing
  • IT & Security
• Provide Engineering Support for Powertrain Testing Operations
• Oversee and resolve problems associated with testing equipment.
• Support daily operations and problem solve those issues and develop countermeasures

Requirements:

What you bring:

• Education: A bachelor's degree in engineering.
• Technical Knowledge: Understanding of propulsion systems, CFR Emission Testing Requirements,
• Software/Tools: Proficiency with data acquisition tools (Panel 4, ETAS or Hioki) and modeling platforms

What you may bring:

• Professional Engineering License (PE)
• Proficiency in reading electrical and mechanical prints.

TekWissen Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.