Senior Engine Lube & Vent Hardware Validation Engineer

General Motors (GM); Pontiac (MI); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

General Motors in Pontiac, MI seeks a Hardware Development Engineer to plan, develop, and execute engine lubrication and vent tests. You will perform hands-on bench work, analyze data with MATLAB, and push virtualization of lab activities to increase efficiency.

The role requires a BS in a related engineering field and 3+ years in automotive engine development, with strong planning, communication, and collaboration across teams. Hybrid onsite work is expected at the Pontiac facility.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in automotive engineering with engine knowledge.
• Demonstrated drive for results in a laboratory or development environment.
• Strong planning and problem-solving skills, ability to manage multiple test activities in parallel.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• High level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with others.
• Proven ability to prioritize work and resources.
• Proficient with computer and data acquisition systems used in test environments.
• Experience in data analysis to optimize testing, assess hardware performance, or support model correlation.
• Experience using and creating MATLAB scripts for data analysis and post-processing.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and execute engine lubrication and ventilation tests across multiple engine programs.
• Develop, implement, and execute first-time capable tests on dynamometers/test benches.
• Lead diagnosis and resolution of issues during test setup/execution/post-test.
• Track and report test status, issues, and risks to support milestones.
• Ensure testing adheres to GM safety, quality, and procedural standards.
• Create, maintain, and utilize post-processing tools to assure data quality and improve efficiency.
• Contribute to migration of lab activities to virtual methods and collaborate with virtualization teams.
• Train, mentor, and develop new engineers on bench operation, safety, and standard work.

Skills

Automotive engineering

Engine knowledge

Test planning

Data analysis

MATLAB scripting

Communication skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

BS in Aerospace Engineering

BS in Electrical Engineering

BS in Chemical Engineering

BS in Computer Science

BS in Physics

Tools

MATLAB

AVL PUMA/IndiCom

ETAS INCA

Data acquisition systems

Job description

General Motors in Pontiac, MI seeks a Hardware Development Engineer to plan, develop, and execute engine lubrication and vent tests. You will perform hands-on bench work, analyze data with MATLAB, and push virtualization of lab activities to increase efficiency.

The role requires a BS in a related engineering field and 3+ years in automotive engine development, with strong planning, communication, and collaboration across teams. Hybrid onsite work is expected at the Pontiac facility.