Advanced Engine Development Engineer (Automotive)

Location: Hybrid in Pontiac, Michigan, United States; expected to report to the specified location at least 3 times a week. Travel for offsite testing may be required at less than 10%. The role is not eligible for relocation benefits, and relocation costs are the candidate's responsibility.

Company

hirify.global develops automotive products with a stated focus on zero crashes, zero emissions, and zero congestion.

What you will do

• Plan, develop, and execute subsystem-level tests for engine calibration and hardware development.
• Support development test units through build, setup, debugging, and test-readiness activities.
• Report timelines, results, conclusions, and recommendations to Advanced and Product Development teams while collaborating with technical experts.
• Diagnose and resolve setup and testing issues; improve test methods, design features, calibration strategies, and process efficiency.
• Create and maintain post-processing tools, analyze data quality, and support final calibration and reporting.
• Lead migration of road- and lab-based activities to math-based models and data analysis, while training and mentoring new engineers.

Requirements

• At least 4 years of automotive engineering experience with engine system knowledge.
• Experience with spark-ignited and/or compression-ignited engine systems, calibration techniques, control algorithms, thermodynamics, and emission formation mechanisms.
• Experience with AVL PUMA, IndiCom, CAMEO, Concerto, and ETAS INCA software.
• Demonstrated drive for results, strong planning and problem-solving skills, and the ability to apply leading-edge technology.
• Strong oral and written communication, interpersonal, collaboration, and peer relationship-building skills.
• Ability to prioritize work and resources and work independently with minimal direction.
• Proficiency with computer and data acquisition systems.
• Experience analyzing data to optimize testing or model results.
• Ability to travel for offsite testing as required, at less than 10%.

Nice to have

• Experience with AVL PUMA, IndiCom, CAMEO, and ETAS INCA software.
• Exposure to propulsion system calibration in test and vehicle environments.
• Knowledge and 5+ years of experience with SI/CI combustion system component interactions, aftertreatment systems engine testing, calibration, model-based controls, single-cylinder engine operation, and hardware development tradeoffs.
• Experience with engine dynamometer setup and testing, including instrumentation, devices, and emissions measurement systems.
• Familiarity with government test cycles including FTP, US06, WLTP, RDE, RMC, LLC, and HHDDT.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid work arrangement with regular on-site collaboration.
• Cross-functional work with design, analysis, calibration, hardware release, facilities, and technical teams.
• Opportunities to train, mentor, and develop new engineers.
• Employee benefits and total rewards support for well-being at work and at home.
• Inclusive, non-discriminatory workplace with reasonable accommodations available.

Hiring process

• Applicants may be required to complete role-related assessments and pre-employment screening.
• Immigration sponsorship is not available, including H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, or other immigration support.