Test Engineer – NVH

Harley-Davidson Motor Company; Wauwatosa (WI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Harley-Davidson Motor Company’s Product Development Center in Wauwatosa, WI seeks a Test Engineer – NVH to support noise, vibration, and harshness testing across component, system, and vehicle levels. You will implement standardized NVH tests and coordinate with CAE, design, powertrain, chassis, and vehicle integration teams.

Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering with NVH focus and 3+ years of related lab experience; familiarity with NVH instrumentation and data analysis is

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering with NVH focus or Master’s degree with NVH focus.
• Typically requires 3+ years of related engineering or test lab experience.
• Proficient with NVH data acquisition and analysis fundamentals.
• Working knowledge of Siemens Testlab or similar NVH software tools.

Responsibilities

• Executes NVH tests in laboratory and track environments following established procedures and standards.
• Installs, configures, and verifies NVH instrumentation including accelerometers, microphones, tachometers, and supporting hardware.
• Operates NVH data acquisition and analysis systems to collect and validate vibration and acoustic data.
• Processes and analyzes NVH data using FFTs, order tracking, and time-domain analysis.
• Prepares clear and timely test reports documenting objectives, setups, results, and conclusions for engineering stakeholders.
• Supports correlation of laboratory, track, road, and field data under guidance from senior engineers.
• Troubleshoots test setup, instrumentation, and data quality issues to ensure reliable results.
• Follows calibration, verification, and documentation practices to maintain test accuracy and traceability.
• Participates in 5S and Continuous Improvement activities within the NVH test lab.
• Collaborates with cross-functional engineering teams to support root cause investigations and design improvements.

Skills

NVH data acquisition

Data analysis fundamentals

Instrumentation experience

Test lab experience

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering with NVH focus

Master’s degree with NVH focus

Tools

Siemens Testlab

NVH software tools

Job description

The Harley-Davidson Motor Company Product Development Center (PDC) located in Wauwatosa, WI is home to the mantra — You dream it. We build it. Join our team as a Test Engineer – NVH.

Job Summary Supports noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH) testing activities within the Product Development Engineering test lab. Plans and executes NVH tests at the component, system, and vehicle levels in support of product development, validation, quality, and regulatory needs. Works closely with CAE, design, powertrain, chassis, and vehicle integration teams to deliver accurate, repeatable NVH data that supports engineering decision‑making.

Job Responsibilities

• Executes NVH tests in laboratory and track test environments following established procedures and standards.
• Installs, configures, and verifies NVH instrumentation including accelerometers, microphones, tachometers, and supporting hardware.
• Operates NVH data acquisition and analysis systems (e.g., Siemens Testlab) to collect and validate vibration and acoustic data.
• Processes and analyzes NVH data using standard methods such as FFTs, order tracking, and time‑domain analysis.
• Prepares clear and timely test reports documenting objectives, setups, results, and conclusions for engineering stakeholders.
• Supports correlation of laboratory, track, road, and field data under guidance from senior engineers.
• Troubleshoots test setup, instrumentation, and data quality issues to ensure reliable results.
• Follows calibration, verification, and documentation practices to maintain test accuracy and traceability.
• Participates in 5S and Continuous Improvement activities within the NVH test lab.
• Collaborates with cross‑functional engineering teams to support root cause investigations and design improvements.

Education Requirements Bachelor’s Degree Required

Education Specifications

• This position requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering with coursework, training, or specialization in NVH, or a Master’s degree with an NVH focus.

Required Experience Requirements

• Proficient with NVH data acquisition and analysis fundamentals.
• Working knowledge of Siemens Testlab or similar NVH software tools.
• Hands‑on experience with NVH sensors, instrumentation, and test setups.
• Typically requires 3+ years of related engineering or test lab experience.
• Ability to execute moderately complex tests with general supervision and direction.

Preferred

• Experience with automotive or powersports NVH testing.
• Exposure to engine, transmission, drivetrain, or chassis noise and vibration analysis.
• Basic knowledge of sound quality evaluation methods.
• Experience supporting correlation between CAE predictions and physical test results.

The pay range shown represents the national average pay range for this role. Your pay may be more or less than the stated range and is dependent on your geographic location and level of experience.

We offer an inclusive compensation package for all full-time salaried employees including, but not limited to, annual bonus programs, health insurance benefits, a 401k program, onsite fitness centers and employee stores, employee discounts on products and accessories, and more. Learn more about Harley-Davidson here.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

**Direct Reports: No
Travel Required: 0 – 10%

Pay Range: $74,900 – $112,200** Visa Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or visa transfer
Relocation: This position is eligible for domestic relocation assistance (within posted country)