Test Engineer

Harley-Davidson•Milwaukee, WI

17d•Onsite

About The Position

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. Job Summary The Test / Controls Engineer will support and continuously improve engine development and endurance testing capabilities as part of the Product Development Center (PDC) Engineering team in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. This role owns the design, support, and advancement of engine test cell systems, spanning sensors, signal conditioning, data acquisition, dyno controls, and air and fluid conditioning systems. Working within a cross‑functional engineering team, the engineer will maintain existing systems while developing new test methods, controls strategies, and automation solutions to enable next‑generation engine testing.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree Required
Five or more years of experience in product development, product testing, or similar engineering support roles
Computer programming experience (C#, Python, or Java; SQL and PLC experience preferred)
Exposure to sensors, sensing equipment, and data acquisition systems
Ability to utilize oscilloscopes, meters, waveform generators, and other general electronic lab equipment
Demonstrated success in determining root cause of electrical equipment issues and performing repairs
Familiarity with electronic noise reduction techniques
Proven ability to solve complex technical problems in a team environment
Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and concisely to multiple levels of the organization
Experience directly or indirectly leading teams or suppliers to meet technical specifications, cost, timing, and performance objectives

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of automotive CAN systems (preferred)
Familiarity with AVL and Enorise (FEV) test automation systems (preferred)

Responsibilities

Support all engine dynamometer testing, including: Test cell systems (HVAC, dyno, controls, instrumentation, and data acquisition), Repair of test cell systems, Enhancement of test cell systems, Development of test control and data management software (C#, SQL, PLC)
Support new equipment and testing methods, including: Assessing and automating new testing methods (processes, hardware, and software), Evaluating new engine testing technologies to develop and validate new engine designs, Identifying lower cost or more efficient testing methods, Creation of new test control software
Support capital project upgrades, including: Assisting the team in determining multi year upgrade strategies, Working with suppliers to specify and quote required equipment, Assisting with justification and creation of capital project documentation, Supporting project execution, including installation and commissioning
Create training documentation for new equipment
Develop procedures and processes for preventive maintenance
Provide training to lab personnel on new equipment and processes