Test Engineer

Borgwarner Emissions Systems Spain SL; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 89,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

BorgWarner Emissions Systems Spain SL is seeking a Test Engineer to support validation and development testing of engine solenoids and electrical actuators. You will lead test plans, coordinate equipment and facility needs, and deliver detailed validation reports.

The role requires hands-on lab work, data acquisition, and script development in MATLAB and LabVIEW, with collaboration across engineering teams and OEM customers. This is a full-time on-site position based in Auburn Hills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Mechanical or Electrical)
• 3-5 years in product development or validation test environment preferred
• Experience with test equipment calibration and data acquisition
• Familiarity with automotive electrical specs (GM3172, CS00056, CS00054, VW80000, ISO 16750)
• Proficient in data analysis using Excel, MATLAB, Minitab; SPC/MSA knowledge

Responsibilities

• Support validation of new engine solenoid and electric motor products
• Develop DVP&R and test timelines from customer specifications with application engineers
• Coordinate design and development of test equipment and fixtures
• Schedule validation workload and execute DVP&R and product development testing
• Assist engineers to design tests and interpret customer requirements
• Support problem-solving activities in product development
• Coordinate Measurement Systems Analysis of test equipment
• Summarize test data and document validation tests with reports
• Support capital equipment planning and procurement
• Develop data reduction and analysis scripts in MATLAB
• Develop test control and DAQ software in LabVIEW
• Operate in-house test equipment and manage external testing vendors
• Support on-engine dyno testing at customer sites as needed

Skills

Lab equipment operation

Data analysis

Test planning

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

MATLAB

LabVIEW

NI Diadem

imc FAMOS

BenchVue

Job description

TEST ENGINEER

POSITION SUMMARY

The Test Engineer will be responsible for supporting the Validation and Development testing of Engine Solenoids and Electrical Actuators. The role will be responsible for test plan development and execution. The Test Engineer is responsible for scheduling and coordination of all test related activities including test planning, equipment and facility planning, technical leadership in test setup, data acquisition, and reporting. The Test Engineer should be proficient in operating test lab equipment including data acquisition and control methodologies. The role requires proficiency in basic lab equipment operation including vibration test cells, thermal chambers, power supplies, oscilloscopes, LCR meters, leak testers, and various data acquisition systems. The Test Engineer is accountable for the validation plan completeness and accuracy of the testing. The Test Engineer will report directly to the Test Engineering Manager, and will interface closely with application engineering, lab technicians, OEM customers and various other supporting functions.

KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for supporting validation of new engine solenoid and electric motor products
• Work with application engineers and customers to develop DVP&R and test timelines from customer specifications
• Coordinate design and development of test equipment and test fixtures
• Schedule validation workload and works with technicians to execute DVP&R and product development testing
• Assist application engineers to design and develop tests as well as interpret customer requirements.
• Support application engineers in problem solving activities related to product development
• Responsible for coordinating Measurement Systems Analysis of test equipment
• Identify key players and initiate meetings to promote good communication and alignment on identified test issues
• Responsible for summarizing test data and documenting validation tests with detailed and technically accurate reports
• Support engineering management in developing capital equipment needs and implementation planning.
• Development and usage of data reduction and data analysis scripts using MATLAB
• Development of test control and DAQ software using LabView
• Operation of in-house test equipment and management of outside testing vendors to support test activities.
• Support at the customer site for on-engine dyno testing studies, as needed

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical or Electrical considered)
• 3-5 years of experience in product development or validation test environment preferred
• Test equipment calibration procedure and system development
• Use of 5S practices in daily work
• Working knowledge and understanding of industry standard specifications for automotive electrical components (GM3172, CS00056, CS00054, VW80000, ISO 16750, etc.)
• Lab instrument / equipment setup, operation and troubleshooting
• Data Acquisition and Test system control development and troubleshooting
• Strong data analysis skills using Excel, Visual Basic, MATLAB, and Minitab, etc.
• Data analysis: R&R studies, mastering, correlation, SPC, problem solving, statistical methods and MSA
• PC (Visual Basic, LabVIEW, MATLAB, SharePoint) programming design and debug
• Use of NI Diadem and imc FAMOS for data management and plotting
• Use of Keysight products and BenchVue software
• Electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic system experience
• Working knowledge of vehicle camshaft timing systems and components
• Working knowledge of brushless DC motor typical operation and product characteristics
• Knowledge of lab practices using pressure transducers, temperature transducers, flow meters, accelerometers, vibration instruments
• Experience in structured problem-solving analysis (Shainin Red X, FTA, 8D)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills: project timelines, activity tracking, and activity status.
• Knowledge of operation and function of test and data acquisition equipment
• Skills to interpret engineering drawings including mechanical and electrical schematics
• Understanding of electromagnetics, electronics, and hydraulics preferred

CORE COMPENTENCIES

• Action Oriented
• Creativity
• Customer Focus
• Dealing with Ambiguity
• Functional/Technical Skills
• Interpersonal Savvy
• Drive for Results
• Problem Solving
• Conflict Management

Salary Range

$88,800 - $124,875

BorgWarner is an equal employment opportunity employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.