Senior Testing Engineer - Military Engines

Responsibilities

Coordinate, prepare and perform diesel engine development, calibration and engineering support work in an engine dynamometer test cell, on HiL/MiL systems and if necessary, in the field.; Focus is on diesel engines for military applications. Depending on the business situation, the same scope of work on commercial heavy-duty diesel engines is expected.; Develop, analyze and evaluate unique engineering solutions with consideration of factors such as system effectiveness, reliability, configuration, emission regulations, customer requirements and cost.; Coordinate, support and perform commissioning and testing of prototype engines/vehicles and early production units together with the customer and their sub-contractors with regards to our scope for applications including but not limited to wheeled/tracked military vehicles, mining equipment, marine, rail, and oil and gas.; Develop technically reasonable and feasible alternatives with regards to time and money for challenges occurring during the progress of the project.; Support customers in case of irregularities. Support and troubleshoot field failures.; Facilitate communication between customer and different engineering groups.; Ability to read and understand controller wiring diagrams and integration including ability to make custom harnesses for vehicle and test benches. Experience at CAN-Bus troubleshooting and monitoring.; Provide field support for After Sales and Applications departments whenever complex issues require engineering support.; Communicate and consult with Engineering and Design departments worldwide.; Provide support for production and train production staff whenever complex issues require engineering support.; Maintains daily record of work hours by job number for budgeting & auditing purposes; Document the preparation, execution and analysis of tasks performed according to highest engineering standards.; Manage, track and communicate project status and assist in managing project budget and project forecast.; Mentor and train less experienced engineers; Maintain a clean and safe work environment.; Promote a compliance culture and live the latter and the spirit of the Rolls-Royce Code of Conduct.; Perform special projects as required.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Automotive Engineering and 3 years of engineering experience testing and calibrating combustion engines in a dynamometer test cell and in the field, or 7 years of engineering experience testing and calibrating combustion engines in a dynamometer test cell and in the field.; Excellent knowledge of the principles and complete operation of internal combustion engines and diesel engine technology; Excellent experience diagnosing diesel engines in test cells and installed in a vehicle; Excellent experience with troubleshooting mechanical, electrical and hydraulic components of diesel engines; Excellent knowledge of engine control units and their operation; Experience with engine-specific instrumentation, data acquisition systems, signal processing and data management; Strong skills in the use of measurement and testing tools for mechanical and electrical systems; Strong knowledge in the physical properties of fuels, coolants, lubricants and oils; Excellent project management skills.; Excellent organizational, planning and follow-up skills; Very strong interpersonal skills; Excellent work and time management skills; Excellent oral and written communication skills; Ability to bend down, stand over, lay down and complete work tasks within the tight confines typical of marine engine compartments and/or engine rooms for long periods of time; Ability to lift, push, pull weights in the 20-60 lb range; Must be available to work flexible hours including night shifts and weekends; U.S. Citizenship required as this position occasionally will be working under a government contract; Ability to travel 50-80% on short notice domestic and international; Strong ability to adapt to new circumstances quickly

Nice to have

Master's degree in Mechanical, Electrical engineering or related field; Knowledge of MTU, Daimler, and Detroit Diesel Controllers; Experience with ETAS INCA, MTU Diasys and Xentry; Knowledge of test cell automation systems; Experience working with authorities/military customers; MTU product knowledge; Experience in operating fork lift trucks; Experience in rigging of weights up to 1 ton; Strong knowledge, experience and skills in installing and repairing diesel engines – especially in confined spaces; Proven ability to operate machine shop equipment used for fabricating test parts and equipment; Strong skills in the use of mechanical and electrical hand tools