Performance Engineer

INNIO•Houston, TX

69d•Onsite

About The Position

The Performance Engineer will specialize in combustion engine performance, focusing on the design, development, and optimization of advanced engine technologies to meet performance, efficiency, and regulatory requirements. In this role, the engineer will lead and execute product development activities, ensure technical alignment across functions and sites, and drive innovation within this critical domain. This position plays a key role in delivering high-performance solutions that support business and customer objectives. This position will be based at our Houston, TX office.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
Proven experience in the performance development and validation of internal combustion engines
Proficiency in state-of-the-art engineering tools and methodologies used for controls development, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong hands-on approach with a willingness and ability to work engines at customer site
Demonstrated project management capabilities to manage complex performance validation tasks and technically guide cross functional project teams
Ability to travel up to 90% of the working time spent at customer sites
Valid driver's license and passport
Legally authorized to work in the United States

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of project management principles, including planning, execution, and monitoring
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively present technical information to senior management and customers
Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset
Ability to lead and execute product development activities and ensure technical alignment across functions and sites
Capability to define work packages, manage timelines, and guide cross-functional teams
Ability to engage effectively across all organizational levels within the US and Headquarter in Jenbach / Austria

Responsibilities

Plan, lead, and execute performance development and validation activities at customer sites
Support engine commissioning and troubleshooting at customer site
Analyze and resolve technical challenges encountered by project teams at customer locations
Communicate effectively and deliver actionable recommendations through the analysis, preparation, and presentation of technical data to internal and external INNIO stakeholders
Contribute to innovation by generating ideas for improved products, systems, and technologies, and support the creation of INNIO intellectual property
Set up and execute project & validation activities and monitor the status with involved parties to serve the needs of the business and the customer
Define and execute work packages and tasks to improve products and technologies, support the planning process and analyze skill gaps within the business
Support the Service Organization through technical training and expertise
Foster an open and communicative team environment that encourages diverse perspectives and values critical-to-quality (CTQ) considerations
Improve project efficiency through appropriate methods and processes – reducing duplication, minimizing handovers, and promoting task ownership
Provide support and collaboration across internal engineering teams and external partners
Act as a point of contact and facilitator for development teams in the USA and Europe