Instrumentation Engineer, Powertrain (Onsite - Plymouth, MI)

Mahle Powertrain Ltd. - Plymouth, MI

Full-time

Plymouth, MI

Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

About the position

The Instrumentation Engineer at MAHLE Powertrain, LLC. is responsible for providing engineering support services to meet project demands within engine and vehicle test facilities. This role involves testing and developing engines, improving testing efficiency, and ensuring the proper configuration and calibration of test cells for performance and emissions development testing.

Responsibilities

• Participate in department activities to test and develop engines and improve testing efficiency.
• Instruct and lead technician staff in the configuration and calibration of test cells for performance and emissions development testing.
• Facilitate maintenance and calibration of various test cell data acquisition and measurement equipment.
• Support test cell performance and troubleshooting, minimizing downtime related to instrumentation system needs.
• Recommend and install instruments and systems suited for specific testing requirements.
• Maintain equipment calibration database (GageTrak) ensuring all calibration records are up to date.
• Assist in the design and build of cabling and vehicle harness assemblies to support projects.
• Develop and give presentations to communicate effectively with internal groups.
• Maintain knowledge of new technologies to improve operations and develop recommendations accordingly.
• Resolve problems using new techniques, technologies, or concepts.
• Maintain awareness of the Company Quality System and observe all safety rules and regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering/Technology or equivalent related experience.
• Experience with setup and integration of AVL test cell data acquisition and measurement equipment.
• Experience with gasoline, alternative fuels, and diesel engine test cell setups.
• Experience with automated test scripting.
• Ability to specify and implement general test equipment such as heat exchangers, pumps, flow meters, valves, and transducers.
• Knowledge of test cell controls (PID setup and tuning for dynamometer, heat exchangers, etc.).
• Familiarity with standardized test cycles and 1065 regulations.
• Ability to fabricate and machine to engineering specifications and prints.
• Ability to tear down, instrument, and rebuild gasoline and diesel engines with minimal assistance.
• Ability to work well under pressure and to strict time constraints, both as part of a team and individually.
• Self-motivated with a drive to complete tasks in a timely manner with attention to detail.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.