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Senior Advanced Engine Development Engineer

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General Motors

Senior Advanced Engine Development Engineer

Pontiac, MI

Description

Hybrid Role: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Pontiac, Michigan three times per week, at minimum.

The Role

We are looking for a Senior Advanced Engine Development Engineer, who is responsible for planning, developing, and executing subsystem level tests in a world class testing and development facility. Tasks also include participating within cross functional development teams, data analysis, calibration development, identifying opportunities for data reduction, and leading the migration of lab-based activities to math is required.This is an assignment where creativity, initiative and independent judgment are involved, and effective cross-organizational teamwork is crucial.

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What You'll Do

  • Follow development test unit through build process - support setup and debugging to assure test readiness
  • Actively report out timeline/results/conclusions/recommendations to the Advanced or Product Development Teams while collaborating with Technical Experts to improve current test methods, design features and calibration strategies. This may involve comprehending related ECU algorithms, associated calibration process, and evaluation of virtual metrics supporting hardware decision making
  • Collaborate with design, 1D and 3D analysis teams to collectively achieve program goals
  • Develop and execute first-time capable tests for calibration and hardware development evaluation
  • Lead diagnosis and resolution of issues that occur during setup and testing
  • Utilize and create post processing tools to assure data quality and track usefulness of data in generation of final calibration or reports
  • Develop, implement, and update standard work processes and procedures globally
  • Interact with facilities, technical leads, calibration teams, hardware release engineers, and other cross functional units to improve process and test efficiency
  • Support math-based activities, migrating additional work from Road and Lab to Math based models and data analysis
  • Train, mentor, and develop new engineers

Additional Description

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

  • Minimum7 years of experience in engineeringwith engine system knowledge that includes experiencewith gas/diesel combustion system component interactions, engine testing, calibration, single cylinder engine, or hardware development.
  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Computer Science, or Physics
  • Demonstrated drive for results
  • Excellent planning and problem-solving skills
  • High level of oral and written communication skills
  • High level of interpersonal skills to work independently and effectively with others, and ability to establish peer relationships.
  • Ability to prioritize work, resources, and work independently with minimal direction
  • Proficient with computer and data acquisition systems
  • Experience in data analysis to optimize testing or model results
  • Ability to travel as required for offsite testing (less than 5%)

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

  • Experience with AVL PUMA/IndiCom/CAMEO and ETAS INCA software
  • Exposure to propulsion system calibration in test and vehicle environment
  • Knowledge and 10+years of experiencewith gas/diesel combustion system component interactions, engine testing, calibration, single cylinder engine, or hardware development
  • Experience withengine dyno setup and testing
  • Familiarity with government test cycles (e.g., FTP, US06, WLTP, RDE)
  • MS in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Physics

About GM

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Diversity Information

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Client-provided location(s): Pontiac, MI, USA
Job ID: General_Motors-JR-202422411
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Stock Purchase Program
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Woman founded/led
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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