Senior Engine Lube & Vent Hardware Engineer

General Motors LLC; Pontiac (MI); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

General Motors in Pontiac, MI is seeking a Hardware Development Engineer to plan, develop, and execute engine lubrication and ventilation tests in a world-class development facility. You will perform hands-on test bench work, analyze data, calibrate support, and drive test efficiency through data reduction and virtualization of lab activities.

The role requires creativity, initiative, and independent judgment, plus cross-organizational collaboration.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years in automotive engineering with engine knowledge.
• Strong problem-solving and multitasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Execute engine lube and vent tests on multiple engine programs.
• Develop and run first-time-capable tests on dynamometers and test benches.
• Analyze data to improve test plans and support model correlation.
• Mentor junior engineers and co-ops on bench operations and safety.

Skills

Engine lubrication

Test bench operations

Data analysis

MATLAB

Excel

Communication skills

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

Related engineering discipline

Tools

AVL PUMA/IndiCom

ETAS INCA

Engine dynamometer

Job description

General Motors in Pontiac, MI is seeking a Hardware Development Engineer to plan, develop, and execute engine lubrication and ventilation tests in a world-class development facility. You will perform hands-on test bench work, analyze data, calibrate support, and drive test efficiency through data reduction and virtualization of lab activities.

The role requires creativity, initiative, and independent judgment, plus cross-organizational collaboration.