Engineering Assistant - Powertrain Testing

Job Type Internship Description FEV is a global Engineering consultancy providing services within the complete mobility space, including the passenger car and heavy-duty commercial industry. If you are interested in joining a team of experienced engineers developing advanced powertrain systems that leverage both conventional combustion engines and electrification to address future performance, fuel economy and emissions requirements. FEV offers interested students the opportunity to work within highly technical engineering teams that are focused on developing the next generation powertrain systems. Each engineering assistant is assigned an experienced engineer as a direct mentor who provides project tasks, training and guidance. The role engages the engineering assistant in powertrain development through testing and data analysis, as well as project team and customer interaction. The engineering assistant will have the opportunity to participate in internal FEV training and team activities. Based on the benefit for the employee to become deeply involved in a customer project and the opportunity to gain more responsibility as their experience grows, FEV prefers an internship duration of six months to one year. Opportunities to expand involvement into calibration or additional development tasks will be provided to high performing and motivated assistants with the consideration for full time hire at the completion of the internship period. We are currently looking for students who are available for internships (6 -month or 1 year based on availability) Responsibilities Support vehicle testing on road and on chassis dynamometer, including conventional and hybrid configurationsAssist and interact with operations staff in execution of testing tasksData processing and analysisSupport customer hardware and project component inventory and logisticsPrepare internal team and customer presentationsAbility to support second or third shift testing if required Requirements Required Qualifications: Candidates pursuing a master’s or bachelor’s degree in mechanical or automotive engineeringStrong engineering fundamentals: fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, heat transferBasic understanding of internal combustion engines and aftertreatment systemsSkilled in handling MS-Word, Excel and PowerPointBasic understanding in MS Excel macro or Matlab scripting Preferred Qualifications Experience in vehicle level performance or emission testingExposure to vehicle level emission or drivability or OBDII calibrationHands-on experience with engine hardware engine assembly or rebuildingKnowledge in US legislation for emissions, fuel economy and OBDFamiliarity with regulatory language used in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) and/or California Code of Regulations (CCR)Professional communication skills (oral and written)Must be motivated team player to perform in fast paced development environmentHighly proficient in spoken and written English Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities