Test Cell Engineer

Johnson Matthey•Taylor, MI

About The Position

The Test Cell Engineer performs analytical reviews of standardized test cycles and aging protocols for diesel and gasoline platforms. The role includes programming and validating software test cycles using test-cell automation and control systems, conducting modern gasoline and diesel engine diagnostics, and carrying out full emissions and aftertreatment system evaluations. The engineer tests and analyzes aftertreatment components and related systems, performs testing and data-integrity analysis, and designs and implements test-cell automation and test plans. The position also provides project-management support through process improvements, calibrations, maintenance, and delivery of program deliverables. The engineer prepares data reports and summary presentations for customers and trains technicians. This is a full-time position in Taylor, Michigan, scheduled Monday through Friday for 40 hours per week.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
Five years of progressive post-baccalaureate related work experience.
Five years of experience performing automotive and engine testing using Data Acquisition Systems (A&D).
Five years of experience performing data acquisition and analysis of engine aftertreatment system test data.
Two years of experience in software programming.
Two years of experience using software for test and measurement data management, exploration, analysis, and automation.
Two years of experience applying aftertreatment fundamentals to test design, data analysis, diagnostics, and troubleshooting.
Two years of experience executing automotive calibrations.
Two years of experience conducting aftertreatment testing.
Two years of experience measuring and analyzing emissions.
Two years of experience applying engine fundamentals for both gasoline and diesel engines to test design, data analysis, diagnostics, and troubleshooting.
One year of experience applying aftertreatment chemistry principles to test design, data analysis, diagnostics, and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

Perform analytical reviews of standardized test cycles and aging protocols for diesel and gasoline platforms.
Program and validate software test cycles using test-cell automation and control systems.
Conduct modern gasoline and diesel engine diagnostics.
Execute emissions and aftertreatment system evaluations.
Test and analyze aftertreatment components and related systems, including DOC, SCR, DPF, CSF, DEC, ASC, GPF, and TWC.
Perform testing and data-integrity analysis.
Design and implement test-cell automation.
Create and implement test plans.
Provide project-management support, including process improvements, calibrations, maintenance, and program deliverables.
Generate data reports and summary presentations for customers.
Train technicians.