NVH & Dynamics Test Engineer

Amentum•Detroit, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The VEV NVH & Dynamics Testing department is seeking a PS Test Engineer to support powertrain systems NVH testing for exhaust, driveline, and axle systems in laboratory and vehicle road/track settings. The position supports Propulsion NVH attribute delivery for ICE, HEV, and BEV applications and is based full time at AEC Dearborn facilities. The engineer leads the complete test delivery process, from coordinating with requesters and forecasting schedules through test setup, issue resolution, data acquisition, and post-processing. The engineer manages and executes test plans, coordinates with request organizations and test operations staff, and supports test bill of material readiness, CAD reviews, rig debugging, and test infrastructure modernization. The role includes maintaining test schedules and forecasts, communicating status and issues in checkpoint reviews, improving test efficiency, and preparing materials for senior management reviews. Testing must be conducted in accordance with departmental safety, quality, and environmental requirements. Work is normally eight hours per day, five days per week, Monday through Friday. Flexibility may be needed to support weekend testing or project needs. The role involves working indoors, travel of approximately 25%, and use of computers. Physical demands include lifting up to 50 pounds, along with sitting, standing, bending, and stooping. Required work attire and protective equipment include safety glasses, slip-resistant hardened-toe shoes, gloves, long pants, short-sleeve shirts, and hearing protection at sites. Independent transportation to the office or work site is required; travel to customer locations and test fields, potentially by air, may be necessary.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Engineering minimum.
Expertise in mechanical vibration and system dynamics.
Proficiency with NVH data acquisition and signal processing, such as Siemens Test.Lab.
Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills related to internal combustion engines and electrified powertrains.
Familiarity with ATI Vision and control of powertrain operation via strategy/calibration.
Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills.
Strong communication and leadership skills.
Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
Positive attitude and self-starter.
Clear, concise, and accurate verbal and written communication in English.
Must pass a background check and drug screen.
Independent personal transportation to the office or work site is required.
Must wear a seat belt when operating a vehicle for work and must not use cellular devices while the vehicle is in motion.

Nice To Haves

Master of Science in Engineering preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead daily test-plan management and execution.
Continuously interface with test-request organizations in the Propulsion NVH department.
Work with department test operations supervisors and lab technicians to carry out test plans.
Coordinate with requesting organizations to support completeness and delivery of test bills of material.
Participate in CAD reviews to verify test setup fixturing and planning before rig builds.
Lead and support dyno-rig debugging and ensure operation before NVH data collection.
Document and report daily status, issues, and test delivery in checkpoint reviews.
Follow up on issues and resolve barriers to test delivery.
Organize, document, and manage lab test-cell schedules and forecasts, and report them to test-request organizations.
Lead and support test-infrastructure efficiency and modernization, including management of major capital projects.
Drive efficiencies with corporate engineering test requirements.
Prepare documentation and communicate in support of senior-level management reviews.
Lead testing in accordance with departmental safety, quality, and environmental management requirements.