ACCOUNTABILITY OBJECTIVE:
Take responsibility for assigned tasks and investigations within the Technical Center. The Test Engineer is expected to demonstrate strong accountability by ensuring that all projects are completed properly, on schedule, and within budget, while delivering accurate and reliable results. Upholding integrity is essential to maintaining the credibility of Hilite International as a technologically advanced supplier. This role also supports innovation by contributing to technical advancements and problem-solving initiatives. Additionally, the Test Engineer will take on special assignments that require effective collaboration with the Technical Center team, Sales Support, Sales Application, Sales and Powertrain Engineers, and Liaison Engineers.
PREFFERED KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:
To be successful in this role, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
A Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or higher, and 2+ years of experience is desired.
Detailed engineering knowledge in the following areas are a plus:
- Demonstrate a strong hands-on knowledge of internal combustion engines.
- Intimate knowledge and experience with complicated and sophisticated engine test cell installation and operation.
- Including but not limited to:
- Test cell calibration
- Instrumentation
- Software programming.
- Including but not limited to:
- Test cell programming
- ATI and ETAS software for engine calibration.
- Familiar with standard base engine calibration best practices.
- Combustion analysis hardware/software
- Familiar with standard emissions testing techniques.
- Electrical wiring and diagnostics.
- Data analysis and reporting.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Interface with customers, sales office personnel, powertrain personnel, various Hilite International plants and departments on issues related to the Technical Center.
- Understand customer requirements and tasks as well as Hilite International test and development procedures. Develop new procedures as required.
- Design, plan, execute and coordinate technical tasks and investigations in the Tech Center. Performs the activities related to technical projects, special testing, and engine assembly. Formal reporting of projects and data analysis will be required at project conclusions.
- This position will include performing tasks and assignments involving data analysis, presentations, cost reduction initiatives, reporting, maintaining databases and other general office and support functions.
- Required to observe all safety rules and regulations. Must act safely and be responsible for the safety of others around the work area(s). Complies with company policies, procedures, guidelines, and standards.
- Other duties as assigned.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or higher
- 2+ years of professional experience
- Hands-on knowledge of internal combustion engines
- Experience with engine test cell installation and operation
- Knowledge of test cell calibration and instrumentation
- Experience with test cell programming and software programming
- Experience with ATI and ETAS engine calibration software
- Familiarity with base engine calibration practices
- Knowledge of combustion analysis hardware and software
- Familiarity with emissions testing techniques
- Electrical wiring and diagnostics experience
- Data analysis and technical reporting skills
- Ability to apply advanced mathematics and interpret technical instructions
- Ability to communicate effectively with customers, regulatory agencies, and internal teams
- Ability to prepare and present technical information
What We Do
Hilite International is a globally active partner to the automotive and commercial vehicle industry with locations in Asia, Europe and North America on site with its customers. The company is headquartered in Marktheidenfeld, Germany. Leading manufacturers as well as well-known suppliers of the industry are customers of Hilite International. The company's successful business areas include e-mobility, thermal management, components for hydrogen drives, and the development and production of components and systems for reducing fuel consumption and emissions in combustion engines. Hilite International is the leading global supplier and market leader, producing over 50 million of variable valve timing (VVT) and transmission control valves (DCT) annually.
