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Senior Engine Development Engineer
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What they do
A Product Development Engineer develops new products for companies, and participates in all phases of product development including research, design, production and marketing. Uses research on customer demand and industry trends to develop product ideas; builds and tests product prototypes; evaluates production options and costs. May specialize in a particular type of product or in products for a specific industry.
$87,752 / year median in Wisconsin
-4% projected decline
Job Description
Required Qualifications Education:
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related engineering discipline. Experience 7+ years of automotive powertrain, engine development, or related engineering experience. 5+ years of hands-on engine and engine component development experience. 5+ years of experience with engine calibration and control software such as ATI Vision, CANape, INCA, or similar tools. 3+ years of experience applying ATI Vision to engine control system development.Required Technical Skills:
Strong experience in internal combustion engine design, development, and validation. Expertise in engine performance calibration, combustion optimization, spark timing control, AFR tuning, emissions compliance, and durability development. Experience developing and evaluating complex engine components while considering cost, reliability, performance, and safety. Strong understanding of engine testing methodologies, validation processes, and product development lifecycles. Proficiency in data acquisition, diagnostics, and performance analysis tools. Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting capabilities. Ability to interpret complex technical data and communicate findings effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.Preferred Qualifications:
Education:
Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline.Preferred Experience:
Experience withGT-SUITE
engine and system simulation. Experience withCONVERGE
CFD and in-cylinder combustion modeling. Experience applying MATLAB/Simulink and Python for engineering analysis, modeling, and simulation. Previous experience with embedded control software development and calibration. Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP.Preferred Technical Competencies:
Advanced knowledge of thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and internal combustion engine operating cycles. Experience with MATLAB/Simulink, Python, LabVIEW, ATI
Vision, Concerto, or similar engineering tools. Strong engine performance development and specification expertise. Experience creating control strategies, diagnostics, and advanced data analysis solutions. Systems engineering-based problem-solving approach. Strong presentation, communication, and technical documentation skills. Ability to work effectively within diverse global engineering teams.Pay:
$105,982.18 - $110,634.45 per yearBenefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Disability insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Relocation assistance Vision insuranceWork Location:
In personBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance