Senior Engine Performance Engineer — Data-Driven GT-Power Pro

First Search Inc.; Bloomfield (CT); In loco; USD 120.000 - 160.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

LiquidPiston is seeking a Senior Engine Performance Engineer to advance rotary engine development toward production. You will define data needs, guide architecture, design features, and calibration strategies, and perform GT-Power simulations as needed.

You will present findings to stakeholders in clear technical reports and work with cross-functional teams to drive data-driven decisions while balancing risk and timelines.

Competenze

• 5+ years in engine performance development, testing, or calibration.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (Master’s preferred).
• Strong understanding of internal combustion engines; rotary engine experience is a plus.
• Experience developing and executing engine test plans and analyzing performance data.
• Familiarity with GT-Power or similar engine simulation tools.
• Hands-on experience with engine testing equipment and measurement tools.
• Ability to communicate findings clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Mansioni

• Develop a deep understanding of data requirements to inform engine architecture, design features, and calibration strategies that meet performance goals.
• Partner with Test Engineers to create and execute test plans that generate critical experimental data.
• Collaborate with Modeling and Simulation Engineers to define and execute simulation plans, review outputs, and incorporate insights into recommendations.
• Perform rough order-of-magnitude analyses and basic GT-Power simulations as needed.
• Own the quality and reliability of test and analysis results, including understanding assumptions and uncertainties.
• Analyze experimental data in detail and present findings, recommendations, and supporting evidence to stakeholders.
• Prepare comprehensive technical reports documenting test objectives, results, conclusions, and next steps.
• Apply sound engineering judgment to balance aggressive timelines with risk and uncertainty.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance performance development processes.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements.
• Follow company policies related to data management, time reporting, IP protection, and compliance.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrate ownership, maintain a positive attitude, and adapt to challenges and setbacks.

Conoscenze

Data analysis

Technical presentations

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Strumenti

GT-Power

Engine testing equipment

Descrizione del lavoro

LiquidPiston is seeking a Senior Engine Performance Engineer to advance rotary engine development toward production. You will define data needs, guide architecture, design features, and calibration strategies, and perform GT-Power simulations as needed.

You will present findings to stakeholders in clear technical reports and work with cross-functional teams to drive data-driven decisions while balancing risk and timelines.