Advanced Engine Development Engineer

GM • Pontiac, MI

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Advanced Engine Development Engineer plans, develops, and executes subsystem-level tests in a testing and development facility. The role participates in cross-functional development teams and performs data analysis and calibration development, identifies opportunities to reduce data, and leads migration of lab-based activities to math-based methods. It calls for creativity, initiative, independent judgment, and effective collaboration across the organization.

The engineer follows test units through the build process and supports setup and debugging to ensure test readiness. They report timelines, results, conclusions, and recommendations to development teams; collaborate with technical experts and design and analysis teams; develop and execute tests for calibration and hardware evaluation; diagnose testing issues; and create or use post-processing tools to assure data quality. The role also develops global standard work, supports migration of Road and Lab work to math-based models and data analysis, and trains and mentors engineers.

The position is categorized as hybrid, with the selected candidate expected to report to a specific location at least three times a week or at another frequency set by their manager. Travel for offsite testing may be required at less than 10%. The role is not eligible for relocation benefits. GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role.

Requirements

• Minimum 4 years of experience in automotive engineering with engine system knowledge.
• Experience with spark-ignited/compression-ignited (SI/CI) engine systems, calibration techniques and control algorithms, thermodynamics, and emission formation mechanisms.
• Experience with AVL PUMA, IndiCom, CAMEO, Concerto, and ETAS INCA software.
• Demonstrated drive for results.
• Strong planning and problem-solving skills in leading-edge technology applications.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills to work independently and effectively with others and establish peer relationships.
• Ability to prioritize work and resources and work independently with minimal direction.
• Proficiency with computers and data acquisition systems.
• Experience analyzing data to optimize testing or model results.
• Ability to travel as required for offsite testing (less than 10%).

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to propulsion system calibration in test and vehicle environments.
• Knowledge of and 5+ years’ experience with SI/CI combustion system component interactions, aftertreatment systems, engine testing, calibration, model-based controls, single-cylinder engine operation, and hardware development tradeoffs.
• Experience with engine dynamometer setup and testing.
• Experience with engine dynamometer instrumentation/devices and emissions measurement systems.
• Familiarity with government test cycles such as FTP, US06, WLTP, RDE, RMC, LLC, and HHDDT.
• Experience with AVL PUMA, IndiCom, CAMEO, and ETAS INCA software.

Responsibilities

• Follow development test units through the build process and support setup and debugging to assure test readiness.
• Report timelines, results, conclusions, and recommendations to Advanced or Product Development Teams, collaborating with Technical Experts to improve test methods, design features, and calibration strategies.
• Work with design, 1D, and 3D analysis teams to achieve program goals.
• Develop and execute first-time-capable tests for calibration and hardware development evaluation.
• Lead diagnosis and resolution of issues that occur during setup and testing.
• Use and create post-processing tools to assure data quality and track the usefulness of data for final calibration or reports.
• Develop, implement, and update standard work processes and procedures globally.
• Interact with facilities, technical leads, calibration teams, hardware release engineers, and other cross-functional units to improve process and test efficiency.
• Support math-based activities and migrate additional work from Road and Lab to math-based models and data analysis.
• Train, mentor, and develop new engineers.

Benefits

• GM describes its benefits as supporting employee well-being at work and at home and refers candidates to its Total Rewards resources; specific benefits are not listed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed