NVH & Dynamics Engineer

Rehlko; Kohler (WI); Hybrid; USD 99,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Work-life flexibility

Recognition and rewards

Development and career opportunities

Safe and inclusive workplace

Job summary

Rehlko seeks an NVH & Dynamics Engineer to serve as the lab's technical authority across engines and components. You will own test strategy, data quality, and instrumentation for acoustic/vibration performance, fatigue, and fastener integrity. This role starts onsite in Kohler, WI with a path to hybrid after six months.

You will guide technicians, develop capability roadmaps, and collaborate with OEMs and external partners to advance CAE simulations and tests.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical/Aerospace/Acoustics/Vibration or related field; MS preferred.
• 5+ years in NVH, structural dynamics, vibration/fatigue/materials, and fastener/joint integrity.
• Hands-on with electrodynamic shakers, servo-hydraulic systems, strain/gage instrumentation, and data acquisition.
• Experience in signal processing (PSD/FFT/autospectra, filtering, etc.).
• Familiarity with Simcenter Testlab/3D Acoustics, Vibration View, and DAQ platforms.

Responsibilities

• Translate program targets and DFMEA risks into clear test plans and instrumentation strategies.
• Collaborate with OEMs and field teams to collect duty-cycle data for root-cause investigations.
• Develop and maintain standard test methods, work instructions, and data-quality criteria.
• Define fixture design guidelines and instrumentation best practices.
• Plan and direct shaker-based durability and NVH tests (swept sine, random, resonance).
• Provide day-to-day technical direction to technicians and analysts.
• Deliver engineering reports and presentations as needed.

Skills

NVH

Structural dynamics

Vibration analysis

Fatigue/materials

Fastener integrity

Data acquisition

Signal processing

Electrodynamic shakers

Education

BS in Mechanical/Aerospace/Acoustics/Vibration

MS preferred

Tools

Simcenter Testlab

3D Acoustics

Vibration View

MTS Multipurpose Elite

Job description

What We Offer

At Rehlko, our Total Rewards programs are designed to accelerate growth, energize performance, and support a culture of inclusion at every stage of life and work. We offer total rewards that are easily understood, recognize results, enable career mobility, and reflect our commitment to valuing diverse needs in a fast-moving world. We provide:

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Work-life flexibility
• Recognition and rewards
• Development and career opportunities
• A safe and inclusive workplace

Why You Will Love this Job

The NVH & Dynamics Engineer will serve as the lab's technical authority for NVH and structural dynamics across engines, engine components, sub-assemblies and engine powered applications. Own the test strategy, standard work, and data quality for acoustic/vibration performance, fatigue/materials, and fastener/joint integrity. Provide day-to-day technical direction to technicians and analysts as an individual contributor. Develop and maintain the capability roadmap and methods spanning electrodynamic shakers, servo-hydraulic systems, strain gage instrumentation, vibration and acoustic.

This role will begin onsite in Kohler, WI, with the potential to transition to a hybrid schedule after six months.

Specific Responsibilities

Test Strategy & Method Ownership

• Translate program targets and DFMEA risks into clear test plans, acceptance criteria, and instrumentation strategies.
• Work directly with OEMs, and field teams to collect operational and duty-cycle data to participate in root-cause investigations and develop laboratory test methods that accurately replicate real-world operating conditions.
• Develop and maintain standard test methods, work instructions, and data-quality criteria.
• Define fixture design guidelines and instrumentation best practices.
• Add something related to test ownership for noise and vibration.

Technical Direction & Coaching

• Provide day-to-day technical direction to Engineering Technicians and Analysts.
• Lead cross-training across all test domains.
• Assist in test set-up and data acquisition for complex cases
• Provide design guidance to program teams.

Execution, Analysis & Decision Support

• Create test plans; guide fixture conceptualization; oversee complex investigations.
• Perform analysis of vibration/strain/force/acoustic data and produce recommendations.
• Utilize analytic software to reduce product noise and enhance tonal qualities of engine and exhaust systems.
• Fastener/joint integrity: bolt stretch/elongation (including ultrasonic or torque methodologies), gasket sealing (Fuji film), and joint analysis.
• Materials/fatigue and tensile testing, including use of environmental chambers as required.
• Plan and direct shaker-based durability and NVH tests: swept sine, random, field data replication, resonance identification and dwell.
• Deliver clear engineering reports and presentation of those reports as needed.

Equipment, Calibration, Uptime & Safety

• Support prioritization and throughput; drive uptime via proactive PMs and continuous improvement of methods, fixtures, and data management.
• Oversee calibration/verification for all sensors and DAQ channels.
• Champion capital planning for future testing capabilities to minimize development time and cost
• Implement method/fixture/data improvements.

Internal/External Collaboration & Decision Support

• Collaborate with Rehlko Analytical Engineering Group to support and validate CAE simulation
• Work with outside vendors/consultants for simulations and tests not available in-house; assess feasibility to bring capabilities in-house.
• Provide clear recommendations to program teams and management; influence design decisions with sound engineering evidence.
• Evaluate and apply simulation work and acquisition tools (e.g., Simcenter Testlab/3D Acoustics, Vibration View, MTS Multipurpose Elite)

Requirements

• BS in Mechanical/Aerospace/Acoustics/Vibration or related field; MS preferred.
• 5+ years in NVH, structural dynamics, vibration/fatigue/materials, and? fastener/joint integrity, including high-speed data acquisition and advanced signal processing.
• Hands-on expertise with electrodynamic shakers, servo-hydraulic systems, "" gage application, vibration and acoustic data acquisition, and specialized bench tests.
• Experience in signal processing (time/frequency/crank angle domain analysis, PSD/FFT/FRF autospectra/cross spectra/spectrum, filtering, aliasing, sound quality equalization, integration differentiation).
• Familiarity with Simcenter Testlab/3D Acoustics, Vibration Research controllers, and common DAQ platforms.
• Strong communication, troubleshooting, and ability to balance multiple programs.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

The Salary range for this position is $98,900.00-$125,600.00.The specific Salary rate offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location.

About Us

Rehlko proudly offers a rich history steeped in creativity and commitment to our associates and communities, along with competitive benefits and compensation.Our Purpose-Creating an energy resilient world for a better future-and Values: Curiosity, Trust, Pace, and Excellence, are important cultural components that shape the way we work and relate to one another. Learn more about Rehlko at

In addition to the investment in your development, Rehlko offers a benefits package including a competitive salary, health, vision, dental, 401(k) with Rehlko matching, and more!?

Rehlko is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination and will make decisions regarding employment opportunities, including, but not limited to, hiring, job assignment, compensation, promotion, benefits, training, discipline, and termination, without regard to race, creed, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, genetic information, age, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, caste, mental or physical disability, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, political belief or affiliation, union membership status, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national, state, local, or other applicable laws.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

It is the policy of Rehlko to comply with all applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and corresponding national, state, local, or other applicable laws. Rehlko will not discriminate against any qualified associate or applicant with respect to any terms, privileges, or conditions of employment because of a person's physical or mental disability. Rehlko will provide a reasonable accommodation to associates or applicants with disabilities, in accordance with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require an accommodation in the application process or during the course of employment, please contact [e-mail]. Rehlko is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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