Product Development Engineer

The Judge Group; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Judge Group in Waterloo, IA seeks an Engine Development Engineer for a 12-month engagement. You will develop engine test plans, coordinate dyno testing, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to validate software and hardware features.

Required qualifications include a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, 1 year in engine development, and strong communication and problem-solving skills. Tools used include GT-Power, MATLAB, and Simulink.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative engineering environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed engine test plans, schedule dyno testing activities, and coordinate with test operators to ensure effective execution.
• Analyze and interpret test data, present findings, and facilitate technical discussions with cross-functional teams.
• Calibrate base engine software functions and contribute to the development and validation of new software features.
• Provide technical support and guidance to teams involved in field performance, calibration, applications engineering, and related functions.
• Support the development and validation of engine and aftertreatment hardware systems.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Analytical thinking

Engine development experience

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

GT-Power

NI DIAdem

MATLAB

Simulink

MBC

CAGE

Job description

Duration: 12 Months (Possible Extension)

Key responsibilities include:

• Develop detailed engine test plans, schedule dyno testing activities, and coordinate with test operators to ensure effective execution.
• Analyze and interpret test data, present findings, and facilitate technical discussions with cross-functional teams.
• Calibrate base engine software functions and contribute to the development and validation of new software features.
• Provide technical support and guidance to teams involved in field performance, calibration, applications engineering, and related functions.
• Support the development and validation of engine and aftertreatment hardware systems.

Required Qualifications, Skills & Experience

• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative engineering environment.
• Results-driven mindset with a strong focus on quality and continuous improvement.
• Proven engineering problem-solving and analytical capabilities.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in engine development, engine controls development, or engine component/subsystem development.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.

Preferred Qualifications, Skills & Experience

• 2-3 years of experience in performance and emissions development of heavy-duty diesel engines, including the use of controller development tools.
• Experience applying Design of Experiments (DOE), modeling techniques, and optimization methodologies.
• Hands-on experience with engineering and simulation tools such as GT-Power, NI DIAdem, MATLAB, Simulink, MBC, and CAGE.
• Knowledge of diesel aftertreatment systems and components.
• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.