Product Development Engineer – Dynamometer Powertrain

• Oversee the daily execution of dynamometer testing, interfacing with engineering teams to align on objectives, provide status updates, and deliver accurate results.
• Monitor active tests to maintain rigorous product quality and durability standards throughout the testing lifecycle.
• Provide hands‑on troubleshooting and lead root‑cause analysis to rapidly resolve mechanical, electrical, or software anomalies (including PUMA system troubleshooting), minimizing downtime.
• Develop and build test cycles using AVL PUMA test software, software integration work to optimize test cell capabilities and ensure seamless data acquisition.
• Integrate external models into the test bed to simulate real‑world vehicle interactions and advanced powertrain behaviors.
• Ensure data accuracy and correlation across multiple test cells utilizing statistical process controls (SPC) and other quality tools.
• Manage test schedules, resource allocation, and daily throughput targets to ensure the timely delivery of results.
• Coordinate with lab technicians to properly prepare and calibrate test cells, while standardizing powertrain rigging and teardown procedures.

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Electrical, Automotive, or a related Engineering discipline.
• Working knowledge of internal combustion engines, fluid flow mechanics, and basic heat transfer properties.
• Experience with data analysis and a strong foundation in statistics and quality control methodologies.
• A motivated, self‑starting individual with the ability to manage daily operational challenges and adapt to rapidly changing priorities.
• Excellent organizational, problem‑solving, and communication skills.

Demonstrates expertise in dynamometer testing and data analysis, with a strong foundation in mechanical and electrical engineering principles. Proficient in utilizing AVL PUMA test software and statistical process controls to ensure product quality and optimize testing processes.

• Dynamometer Testing
• AVL PUMA Test Software
• Data Analysis
• Statistical Process Control
• Root‑Cause Analysis

• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Data Analysis
• Quality Control Methodologies
• Fluid Flow Mechanics
• Heat Transfer Properties
• Test Cycle Development
• Software Integration
• Test Cell Calibration
• Powertrain Rigging

• Problem‑Solving
• Organizational Skills
• Communication Skills
• Adaptability
• Self‑Motivation

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
• Bachelor of Science in Automotive Engineering

• Internal Combustion Engines
• Testing Lifecycle
• Product Quality Standards
• Mechanical Anomalies
• Electrical Anomalies
• Software Anomalies
• Test Schedules
• Resource Allocation
• Throughput Targets
• Calibration Procedures