NVH & Dynamics Test Engineer

Amentum; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) retirement benefits

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Tax-saving options

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum's NVH & Dynamics Testing team in Dearborn is seeking a PS Test Engineer to lead powertrain NVH testing across exhaust, driveline, and axle systems. You will manage test delivery end-to-end—from requests and scheduling to data acquisition and post-processing—supporting ICE, HEV, and BEV programs.

Responsibilities include daily test plan leadership, CAD reviews for fixtures, dyno rig debugging, and delivering clear status to management.

Qualifications

• BS Engineering minimum; MS preferred.
• Mechanical vibration and system dynamics expertise.
• Proficiency with NVH data acquisition and signal processing.
• Excellent debugging and troubleshooting of ICE and electrified powertrains.
• Familiarity with ATI Vision and controlling powertrain operation.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily test plan management and execution.
• Interface with test request organizations from Propulsion NVH.
• Coordinate with lab operations staff to carry out test plans.
• Support test bill of material completeness and delivery.
• Participate in CAD reviews to verify test fixturing.
• Lead debugging of dyno rigs and ensure NVH data collection readiness.
• Document and report daily status and test delivery.
• Organize and manage lab test cell schedule and forecast.
• Support test infrastructure modernization and major capital projects.
• Prepare documentation for senior management reviews.
• Ensure safety/quality/environment requirements are met.

Skills

Mechanical vibration

System dynamics

NVH data acquisition

Signal processing

Troubleshooting

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Education

BS Engineering minimum / MS Engineering preferred

Tools

Siemens Test.Lab

ATI Vision

Job description

Position Description

The VEV NVH & Dynamics Testing department is looking for a PS Test Engineer with a strong and diverse background to support all aspects of powertrain systems NVH testing for exhaust, driveline, and axle systems in the laboratory and vehicle road/track activities. This position requires individuals to lead the complete test delivery process, including interfacing with requesters, scheduling/forecasting, test setup, issue resolution, data acquisition, and post-processing. This position is located full time at AEC Dearborn facilities and supports the Propulsion NVH attribute delivery of ICE, HEV, and BEV applications.

Position Duties

Test Engineer will lead daily test plan management & execution

Continuously interface with test request organizations from Propulsion NVH department

Work daily with dept test operations unit supervisors & lab technicians to carry out test plans

Work directly with requesting organization to support test bill of material completeness & delivery

Participate in CAD reviews to verify test setup fixturing & planning prior to rig builds

Lead and support de-bugging of dyno rigs and ensure operation prior to NVH data collection

Document and report out daily within checkpoint reviews on status, issues and test delivery

Follow through daily and break down barriers to resolve issues

Organize, document, and manage lab test cell schedule & forecast and report out to test request organization

Lead and support test infrastructure efficiency and modernization including management of major capital projects

Drive efficiencies with corporate engineering test requirements

Prepare documentation & communicate in support of senior level management reviews

Lead testing while working within dept Safety/Quality/Environmental management requirements

MINIMUM EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, AND /OR SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• BS Engineering minimum / MS Engineering preferred
• Mechanical vibration and system dynamics expertise
• Proficiency with NVH data acquisition and signal processing, e.g., Siemens Test.Lab
• Excellent debugging and troubleshooting skills associated with internal combustion engines and electrified powertrains
• Familiarity with ATI Vision and control of powertrain operation via strategy/calibration
• Strong team and interpersonal skills
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Strong organizational/multi-tasking skills
• Positive attitude, Self-Starter

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION

Unusual or Special Physical Requirements of Position (specify and provide % of time required)

Lifting: Up to 50 lbs, 75%

Special clothing/equipment (wearing): Safety glasses, slip resistant hardened toe shoes, gloves, long pants, short sleeve shirts, hearing protection on sites, 100%

Unusual physical requirements: Sitting (50%), Standing (50%), Bending (25%), stooping (25%)

Description of Work Environment (specify and provide % of time required)

Inside? Outside? Combination? Where?: Inside 100%

Travel/transportation requirements: 25%

Equipment and Machines Involved in Work Tasks (specify and provide % of time required)

Office equipment/machines electrically/battery operated - which?: Computers, 75%

Criticality of Attendance (specify and provide % of time required)

Overtime, regular days, off days: Monday-Friday May need to flex time to cover weekend testing or project needs

Necessity for regular attendance: Critical

Urgency for punctuality: Critical

Work hours are normally 8 hours per day and 5 days per week, Monday-Friday.

Regular attendance of scheduled hours is extremely important. Punctuality and regular attendance are necessary.

Other Essential Functions:

Must demonstrate professional behavior at all times when dealing with customers, management and co-workers.

Must have clear, concise and accurate communications skills in English, both verbal and written.

Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk to employees or others.

Must maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a professional manner.

Independent personal transportation to office or work site is required.

Travel to and from customer’s locations and the test fields may be required to support projects. This may involve airline travel. In some cases, accommodations can possibly be made for POV, if necessary.

When operating any vehicle for work purposes, must wear seat belt and in addition, no cellular devices are to be used when vehicle is in motion.

Must pass a background check, drug screen.

Compensation Details

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Benefits Overview

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

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