Test Engineer (Engine testing) - 730

DSM-H Consulting; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A test engineer role in engine development focuses on executing the test plan and enabling efficient testing of engines in a fast-paced environment. The position emphasizes troubleshooting, data analysis, and precise documentation to minimize downtime and improve productivity.

Team interaction includes daily standups, handoff meetings, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to resolve issues and optimize test cell setups.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
• 2-4 years of experience
• Internships accepted
• Experience with large diesel engines

Responsibilities

• Support/direct/mentor test cell operators running engine tests.
• Troubleshoot engine and test cell issues.
• Coordinate with facilities, instrumentation, mechanic teams for issue resolution.
• Document test cell and engine hardware issues.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

Matlab

Canape

DIAdem

Horiba

AVL

Allen Bradley

Job description

• Test engineer is a key role in engine development to provide successful execution of the test plan.
• Effective Test cell and engine troubleshooting helps to minimize downtime and improve productivity.
• Individual will regularly review look ahead of test plan with senior engineers and prepare for engine and test cell setup.

Typical task breakdown:

• Support/direct/mentor test cell operators running engine tests.
• Troubleshoot both engine and test cell issues.
• Coordinate with support function teams like facilities, instrumentation, mechanic etc. for issue resolution.
• Document test cell and engine hardware issues.

Interaction with team

• This position will be required to attend daily standup meeting with core team as well as hand off meeting for continuous operation.
• Individual will provide updates, participate in troubleshooting discussion, help reach to consensus on action plan and communicate results to technical team.

Team Structure

• Team has ~15 engineers from entry level to 20+years’ experience in various roles – supporting test operation, engine hardware validation, and performance/emission data analysis.

Work environment:

• We have developed a training process for test operation that will ease the onboarding experience.

While conducting daily/hourly test activities is a fast-paced environment, there is opportunity for flexible schedule framework depending on test activities.

Education & Experience Required:

• Years of experience: 2-4 years
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
• Do you accept internships as job experience: Yes
• Are there past or additional job titles or roles that would provide comparable background to this role: Testing, Data analysis, Hands on experience with large diesel engines.

Top 3 Skills

• Troubleshooting Technical Problems
• Analytical Thinking
• Accuracy and Attention to details

Additional Technical Skills

(Required)

• Hands-on experience with mechanical/electrical test setup and data acquisition equipment
• Proficiency of Microsoft tools
• Data analysis/visualization tools like Matlab, Canape, DIAdem
• Familiar with emission/ measurement equipment like Horiba, AVL, Allen Bradley

Soft Skills

• Self-starter, Strong verbal, and written communication
• Enjoys fast paced, hand on work environment.
• Quick learner and attention to details
• Analytical and problem-solving ability
• Innovative/creative technical solution
• Lead projects and extended team members