Powertrain Durability Engineer - Hybrid & EV Testing

Manpower Engineering; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

ManpowerGroup is seeking a Powertrain Durability Test Engineer in Atlanta, GA. The role supports powertrain development teams, performing durability tests on conventional and electrified vehicles and coordinating with emissions and test fleets.

The ideal candidate has a mechanical/automotive engineering background, at least 2 years of powertrain experience, and strong data analysis skills. This on-site position offers growth in a multinational automotive environment with travel up to 25%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Automotive, Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years in powertrain development, calibration, durability testing, emissions, OBD or drivability.
• Proficiency with powertrain development and data analysis tools such as INCA and MATLAB/Simulink.
• Working knowledge of engine control units, emissions regulations, diagnostics, and root cause analysis methodologies.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and willingness to travel up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate preparation, readiness, and execution of powertrain durability testing for conventional and electrified development vehicles.
• Monitor vehicle performance, diagnostics, emissions, OBD systems, drivability, and robustness during testing.
• Perform first-level technical analysis, support root cause investigations, and validate corrective actions with engineering teams.
• Coordinate emissions laboratory testing, vehicle scheduling, test configurations, and review of results.
• Prepare technical reports, KPI updates, and program communications with global engineering stakeholders.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Excellent cross-functional

Exceptional attention to detail

Powertrain development

Data analysis tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Automotive, Electrical Engineering

Tools

INCA

MATLAB/Simulink

Job description

ManpowerGroup is seeking a Powertrain Durability Test Engineer in Atlanta, GA. The role supports powertrain development teams, performing durability tests on conventional and electrified vehicles and coordinating with emissions and test fleets.

The ideal candidate has a mechanical/automotive engineering background, at least 2 years of powertrain experience, and strong data analysis skills. This on-site position offers growth in a multinational automotive environment with travel up to 25%.