Senior Engine Performance Engineer — Data-Driven

First Search Inc.; Bloomfield (CT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

LiquidPiston, a fast-paced engine development company, seeks a Senior Engine Performance Engineer to advance rotary engines toward production. You will define data needs, collaborate with design and test teams, and lead test and GT-Power analyses to inform architecture and calibration.

The role emphasizes data-driven insight, rigorous reporting, and cross-functional communication to stakeholders. You will own measurement quality, review large datasets, and contribute to continuous improvement of

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering; Master’s preferred.
• 5+ years in engine performance development, testing, or calibration.
• Strong data analysis and ability to derive actionable insights.

Responsibilities

• Develop understanding of data needed to inform engine architecture and calibration.
• Partner with Test Engineers to create and execute test plans.
• Collaborate with Modeling and Simulation to define simulation plans.
• Perform rough order-of-magnitude analyses and GT-Power studies as needed.
• Ensure quality and reliability of test and analysis results; document findings.

Skills

Data analysis

Cross-functional teamwork

Technical communication

Analytical mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

GT-Power

Engine testing equipment

Job description

LiquidPiston, a fast-paced engine development company, seeks a Senior Engine Performance Engineer to advance rotary engines toward production. You will define data needs, collaborate with design and test teams, and lead test and GT-Power analyses to inform architecture and calibration.

The role emphasizes data-driven insight, rigorous reporting, and cross-functional communication to stakeholders. You will own measurement quality, review large datasets, and contribute to continuous improvement of