Entry-Level Powertrain Test Engineer (Recent Motorsports / Automotive Grads Welcome)

Passionate about engines, performance, and hands-on work? This is your chance to get on the test floor and work directly with cutting-edge powertrain systems at a major OEM.

• Title: Powertrain Test Engineer (Test Cell Support Mechanical/Electrical)
• Location: Auburn Hills, MI ( 100% onsite )
• Schedule: 1st shift with flexible start (6:007:30 AM)
• Type: Indefinite contract with conversion-to-perm opportunity
• Pay: U p to $42/hour

• Support engine and powertrain test cells in a fast-paced lab environment
• Troubleshoot test setups, instrumentation, and hardware issues
• Work hands-on with engines, sensors, and data acquisition systems
• Collaborate closely with technicians and engineers on the test floor
• Help ensure accurate testing, calibration, and data collection

• Bachelors degree in:
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Motorsports Engineering
  • Automotive Engineering (or similar)
• Strong hands-on/mechanical aptitude
• Problem-solver mindset someone who likes to fix, troubleshoot, and figure things out

• Engine experience (school projects, motorsports, personal builds, etc.)
• Test lab or dyno / test cell exposure
• Instrumentation experience:
  • Pressure, flow, thermocouples
• Familiarity with:
  • PLCs
  • Data acquisition systems (DAQ)
  • INCA (ECU calibration & data acquisition tool)
• Motorsports background or degree (Formula SAE, Baja, etc.)
• Experience with hands-on design/build projects

• Recent graduate (02 years experience)
• Enjoys being on the floor not just sitting behind a desk
• Thrives in hands-on environments with real hardware
• Strong communicator who can work with cross-functional teams

• Lab-based role supporting multiple engine test cells
• High visibility and collaboration with technicians & engineers
• Fast-paced, highly interactive test environment

• Immediate interviews
• Targeting offers by May 29
• Looking for candidates who can start within 23 weeks. Priority given to candidates who are ready to start quickly

If youve worked on engines, competed in motorsports, or just love getting your hands dirty this is a high-impact entry point into automotive engineering with real growth potential.

If this is a role that interests you and youd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

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