Test Project Engineer

Company: Excel Engineering
Location: Belleville
Posted on: April 10, 2021

Job Description:

Excel Engineering is a highly qualified and ISO 17025 accredited provider of testing services. Our engine dynamometer emissions test lab is fully compliant with EPA 40CFR 1065 engine testing equipment and procedures. With a focus on high quality and cost-effective solutions, Excel Engineering serves all the needs of the Automotive, Heavy Duty, Non-Road Equipment, Battery Electric, Marine, Locomotive, Motorcycle and ATV, Oil and Gas, and Portable Fuel Container markets.Our Detroit Technical Center is focused on the growing Hybrid and Electric markets. Our Battery Systems Development Lab can provide battery performance, efficiency, cycling, and durability services.This position reports directly to the metro Detroit area located in Belleville, Michigan. Position Summary:Engine performance and emissions (P&E) calibration engineer with a strong background in combustion analysis, base calibration mapping, and OBD responsible for using expertise with internal combustion engines to deliver customer projects within EPA and CARB regulatory guidelines. Responsibilities include setting of performance objectives, creation of test plans, use of Design of Experiments and calibration methodology, analysis of engine performance, and emissions data, and use of failure analysis techniques.
Essential Functions:1. Coordinates the technical aspects of assigned projects; monitors progress to assure quality and adherence to requirements of contract documents and government regulatory requirements2. Interfaces with clients in conjunction with Excel Engineering leadership to propose, manage and deliver programs according to client and Excel Engineering scope, budgets, and schedules3. Writes or contributes to proposals for P&E projects4. Reviews product designs for regulatory compliance and safety, adherence to company standards, and client contract requirements5. Demonstrates initiative, accuracy and thoroughness; improves and promotes quality, provides feedback to improve both product and project performance6. Interfaces with customers to design, modify, and implement test plans7. Analyzes and interprets engine combustion, performance, and emissions data in order to make informed decisions on product and project direction8. Uses failure analysis techniques to identify failure modes and corrective actions9. Monitors own work to ensure quality; looks for ways to improve and promote quality through departmental process improvements; works within approved budget; contributes to profits and revenue; conserves organizational resources10. Meets productivity standards; strives to increase productivity, completes work in a timely manner11. Conducts research studies to develop new concepts or systems in dynamic systems field12. Delivers superior levels of customer service to both internal and external customers while demonstrating Excel Engineering's core values of respect, integrity, creativity and innovation, and passion13. Performs other job-related duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:1. Bachelor's degree in engineering2. Two years of experience includes responsibility for engineering solutions from design to implementation in similar industries3. Background in Internal Combustion Engine development and calibration including emissions and OBD monitor development, tuning, and certification demonstration4. Strong interpersonal skills5. Strong problem solving, analytical and listening skills6. Ability to excel in a fast-paced, dynamic and matrixed organization7. Demonstrated ability to effectively multi-task8. Excellent presentation skills and communication skills9. Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office to include Word, Excel, Access and Power Point10. Familiar with ETAS INCA and ATI Vision engine management software packages.

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