Wind Tunnel Test Engineer

***We are the world’s top supplier of automotive test facilities, providing a full range of services to commercial automotive industry customers***. Customers include not only the world’s major vehicle providers and other original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), but also clients from the international motor sports community. ***We are hiring a Wind Tunnel Test Engineer in Allen Park, MI.*** **Overview:** **Position Summary** The Engineer will be responsible for managing and supporting wind tunnel-related projects, providing technical expertise, and assisting operators and technicians with troubleshooting and problem resolution. This role requires collaboration with management, technical staff, and on-site clients to ensure successful project execution and high levels of customer satisfaction. **Key Responsibilities** - Develop and maintain a comprehensive understanding of wind tunnel testing programs and processes. - Collaborate effectively with management, technicians, and client representatives to deliver projects on schedule and exceed customer expectations. - Review, revise, and maintain work instructions, procedures, and technical documentation. - Provide engineering and technical support for equipment upgrades, refurbishments, and improvement initiatives. - Work closely with technicians in a hands-on environment to support testing operations, maintenance activities, and troubleshooting efforts. - Serve as a technical resource for operators and support personnel. **Project Deliverables** - Maintain and update project tracking spreadsheets and documentation. - Monitor and communicate project status, milestones, and progress to stakeholders. - Assist with diagnosing and resolving technical issues affecting project execution. - Communicate project changes, risks, and schedule impacts to management and clients in a timely manner. - Provide technical consultation and guidance to operators to ensure safe and efficient testing operations. **MINIMUM EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, AND /OR SKILL REQUIREMENTS:** - Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace engineering from an accredited engineering school - Two (2) years of engineering experience OR a MS degree from an accredited engineering school preferred - Technical understanding of data acquisition and instrumentation interface / communication - Operational knowledge of instrumentation equipment related to test systems - Excellent oral and written communication skills - Good collaboration skills, able to work with multiple people and manage a variety of projects simultaneously - Excellent English skills (oral, reading, writing and listening) - Ability to communicate and interact well with others - Expert with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point, Project) - Exceptional organizational and planning skills - Positive attitude and strong desire to excel **ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION** Unusual or Special Physical Requirements of Position - Lifting: Up to 50 lbs., 25% - Climbing: Up to 25% - Crawling: Up to 10% - Special clothing/equipment (wearing): Slip resistant, hardened toe shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard had in designated areas, 100% - Unusual physical requirements: Sitting (75%), Standing (50%), Bending (25%), Stooping (25%) - High noise level: Exposure to high noise areas possible in test facility, 25% Description of Work Environment - Inside? Outside? Combination? Where?: Inside, office environment, test lab, 100% - Extreme (hot/cold) temperatures involved: UP to 15% - Hazardous conditions - What are they?: Exposure to test and industrial equipment, 50% - Travel/transportation requirements: May require occasional local travel, 10% Equipment and Machines Involved in Work Tasks - Office equipment/machines electrically/battery operated - which?: Computers, fax machines, copiers, telephones, 100% - Vehicles, forklifts, etc. operated which?: NA - Tools used in trade - which ones?: Occasional use of hand tools, 25% - Other: NA Crit…