... diesel combustion chambers. What You'll Do * Design and optimize combustion chamber geometries for ... Cooperatively work with test engineers to enhance laboratory procedures to support the development ...
... diesel combustion chambers. What You'll Do * Design and optimize combustion chamber geometries for ... Cooperatively work with test engineers to enhance laboratory procedures to support the development ...
... diesel combustion chambers. What You'll Do * Design and optimize combustion chamber geometries for ... Cooperatively work with test engineers to enhance laboratory procedures to support the development ...
... diesel combustion chambers. What You'll Do * Design and optimize combustion chamber geometries for ... Cooperatively work with test engineers to enhance laboratory procedures to support the development ...
Design Engineer
Winn, MI · On-site
The Design Engineer will be assigned design projects for product modifications and new products employing steel fabrication, weldments, diesel and gasoline engines, drive trains, hydraulics and ...
Design Engineer
Winn, MI · On-site
The Design Engineer will be assigned design projects for product modifications and new products employing steel fabrication, weldments, diesel and gasoline engines, drive trains, hydraulics and ...
Powertrain Engine Calibration Engineer - Intermediate - 197 Location: Chelsea, Michigan ... Engine lines the candidates will work on will be mostly gasoline; not much diesel. * Individual ...
Powertrain Engine Calibration Engineer - Intermediate - 197 Location: Chelsea, Michigan ... Engine lines the candidates will work on will be mostly gasoline; not much diesel. * Individual ...
Design Engineer
Winn, MI · On-site
The Design Engineer will be assigned design projects for product modifications and new products employing steel fabrication, weldments, diesel and gasoline engines, drive trains, hydraulics and ...
Design Engineer
Winn, MI · On-site
The Design Engineer will be assigned design projects for product modifications and new products employing steel fabrication, weldments, diesel and gasoline engines, drive trains, hydraulics and ...
Engineering Director
Sterling Heights, MI · On-site
$90 - $130/hr
... diesel truck manufacturing metal cutting industry, specifically relating to engine blocks, engine ... Engineer or other mechanical engineering position. Experience may be obtained before or after ...
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Engineering Director
Sterling Heights, MI · On-site
$90 - $130/hr
... diesel truck manufacturing metal cutting industry, specifically relating to engine blocks, engine ... Engineer or other mechanical engineering position. Experience may be obtained before or after ...
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Diesel Fleet Mechanic (Union)
Byron Center, MI · On-site
$23.25 - $30/hr
... IT developers to vice presidents of finance; from HR Business Partners to export specialists ... diesel semi-trucks and trailers. Maintains adherence to company safety standards and ensures ...
Diesel Fleet Mechanic (Union)
Byron Center, MI · On-site
$23.25 - $30/hr
... IT developers to vice presidents of finance; from HR Business Partners to export specialists ... diesel semi-trucks and trailers. Maintains adherence to company safety standards and ensures ...
Diesel Fleet Mechanic (Union)
$23.25 - $30/hr
... IT developers to vice presidents of finance; from HR Business Partners to export specialists ... diesel semi-trucks and trailers. Maintains adherence to company safety standards and ensures ...
Diesel Fleet Mechanic (Union)
$23.25 - $30/hr
... IT developers to vice presidents of finance; from HR Business Partners to export specialists ... diesel semi-trucks and trailers. Maintains adherence to company safety standards and ensures ...
Mechanical Design Engineer
Wixom, MI · On-site
$72K - $98K/yr
The engineer is a core team member working with all other groups at NLB Corporation. Education and ... These systems are powered by electric motors or diesel engines and include mechanical, hydraulic ...
Mechanical Design Engineer
Wixom, MI · On-site
$72K - $98K/yr
The engineer is a core team member working with all other groups at NLB Corporation. Education and ... These systems are powered by electric motors or diesel engines and include mechanical, hydraulic ...
Powertrain Systems Engineer
Utica, MI · On-site
... diesel, gasoline, hybrid, turbine, and alternative fuels. * Design prototype powerpacks including ... Mentor junior engineers through technical guidance in modeling, simulation, and powertrain analysis.
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Powertrain Systems Engineer
Utica, MI · On-site
... diesel, gasoline, hybrid, turbine, and alternative fuels. * Design prototype powerpacks including ... Mentor junior engineers through technical guidance in modeling, simulation, and powertrain analysis.
Powertrain Systems Engineer
Utica, MI · On-site
... diesel, gasoline, hybrid, turbine, and alternative fuels. * Design prototype powerpacks including ... Mentor junior engineers through technical guidance in modeling, simulation, and powertrain analysis.
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Powertrain Systems Engineer
Utica, MI · On-site
... diesel, gasoline, hybrid, turbine, and alternative fuels. * Design prototype powerpacks including ... Mentor junior engineers through technical guidance in modeling, simulation, and powertrain analysis.
Requirements: • Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, Electronics Engineering ... Diesel Engines Preferred). • Good understanding on overall vehicle dynamics and vehicle system ...
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Requirements: • Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, Electronics Engineering ... Diesel Engines Preferred). • Good understanding on overall vehicle dynamics and vehicle system ...
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Description The Senior Modeling and Simulation Engineer is an experienced level position that is responsible for the analysis and optimization of subsystems and components for diesel engines ...
Description The Senior Modeling and Simulation Engineer is an experienced level position that is responsible for the analysis and optimization of subsystems and components for diesel engines ...
Mechanic Diesel
Utica, MI · On-site
$22.75 - $30/hr
Automotive Service Excellence/ASE certification or Society of Automotive Engineers/SAE certification is preferred * Strong customer service and communication skills are required
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Mechanic Diesel
Utica, MI · On-site
$22.75 - $30/hr
Automotive Service Excellence/ASE certification or Society of Automotive Engineers/SAE certification is preferred * Strong customer service and communication skills are required
Mechanic Diesel
Shelby Township, MI · On-site
$22.75 - $30/hr
Automotive Service Excellence/ASE certification or Society of Automotive Engineers/SAE certification is preferred * Strong customer service and communication skills are required
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Mechanic Diesel
Shelby Township, MI · On-site
$22.75 - $30/hr
Automotive Service Excellence/ASE certification or Society of Automotive Engineers/SAE certification is preferred * Strong customer service and communication skills are required
Mechanic Diesel
Shelby Township, MI · On-site
$22.75 - $30/hr
Automotive Service Excellence/ASE certification or Society of Automotive Engineers/SAE certification is preferred * Strong customer service and communication skills are required
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Mechanic Diesel
Shelby Township, MI · On-site
$22.75 - $30/hr
Automotive Service Excellence/ASE certification or Society of Automotive Engineers/SAE certification is preferred * Strong customer service and communication skills are required
Manufacturing Process Engineer / Sr Manufacturing Process Engineer
Kentwood, MI · On-site
$67K - $90K/yr
... of Diesel fuel system or aftertreatment system Preferred Qualifications Experience with new product introduction (NPI) and industrialization Knowledge of automation systems and controls Experience ...
Manufacturing Process Engineer / Sr Manufacturing Process Engineer
Kentwood, MI · On-site
$67K - $90K/yr
... of Diesel fuel system or aftertreatment system Preferred Qualifications Experience with new product introduction (NPI) and industrialization Knowledge of automation systems and controls Experience ...
Bridges product engineering and manufacturing to ensure robust, scalable, and cost-effective ... Knowledge of Diesel fuel system or aftertreatment system Preferred Qualifications * Experience with ...
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Bridges product engineering and manufacturing to ensure robust, scalable, and cost-effective ... Knowledge of Diesel fuel system or aftertreatment system Preferred Qualifications * Experience with ...
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The Dearborn Engine Laboratory performs dynamometer-based tests on gasoline and diesel engines ... The Engine Test Engineer interfaces with requesting departments to ensure daily testing ...
The Dearborn Engine Laboratory performs dynamometer-based tests on gasoline and diesel engines ... The Engine Test Engineer interfaces with requesting departments to ensure daily testing ...
Manufacturing Process Engineer / Sr Manufacturing Process Engineer
Kentwood, MI · On-site
$67K - $90K/yr
Bridges product engineering and manufacturing to ensure robust, scalable, and cost-effective ... Diesel fuel system or aftertreatment system Preferred Qualifications • Experience with new ...
Manufacturing Process Engineer / Sr Manufacturing Process Engineer
Kentwood, MI · On-site
$67K - $90K/yr
Bridges product engineering and manufacturing to ensure robust, scalable, and cost-effective ... Diesel fuel system or aftertreatment system Preferred Qualifications • Experience with new ...
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How much do diesel engineers get paid?
What does a diesel engineer do?
The duties of a diesel engineer or mechanic are to inspect, maintain, and repair diesel engines. They perform diagnostics on engines and inspect the parts and system machinery to determine what service is required on the vehicle. A diesel engineer regularly utilizes diagnostic equipment and other tools, and they should have an in-depth knowledge of the diesel electrical system. Customer service skills are also important when describing a repair to a customer.
What is the difference between Diesel Engineer vs Mechanical Engineer?
| Aspect | Diesel Engineer | Mechanical Engineer |
|---|---|---|
| Certifications | Relevant certifications in diesel systems, such as ASE or manufacturer-specific training | Engineering degrees, often a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering |
| Work Environment | Workshops, repair facilities, and on-site at transportation or industrial companies | Design offices, manufacturing plants, or research labs |
| Industry Usage | Transportation, maritime, and industrial sectors focusing on diesel engines | Broad industry applications including automotive, aerospace, manufacturing, and energy |
Diesel Engineers specialize in maintaining and repairing diesel engines, often requiring specific certifications and working in hands-on environments. Mechanical Engineers have a broader scope, focusing on design, analysis, and development across various engineering fields. While both roles require engineering knowledge, Diesel Engineers focus more on practical maintenance within specific industries, whereas Mechanical Engineers are involved in design and innovation across multiple sectors.
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Job Description
Work Arrangement: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to the office three times per week, at minimum.
The Role
General Motors is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Engine Performance and Calibration 3D CFD Analyst to join our Engine Performance and Calibration team. This role is critical in shaping the future of internal combustion engine (ICE) technology through high-fidelity computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in engine combustion modeling, fuel injection systems, and emissions control, and will contribute to the design and optimization of next-generation gasoline and diesel combustion chambers.
What You'll Do
- Design and optimize combustion chamber geometries for improved efficiency, power output, and emissions performance.
- Simulate and interpretcombustion processes,heat transfer,cold start behavior, andcatalyst heatingstrategies.
- Provide component-level and/or system-level design recommendations to Design Responsible Engineers based on interpretation of analysis results
- Exercise analytical models for fuel preparation and mixture motion analysis including equivalence ratio and wall wetting
- Model and analyzefuel injector behavior,spray atomization,spray-wall interaction, andmixture preparation.
- Exercise analytical models for in-cylinder combustion analysis using 3D CFD codes such as Star-CD, Converge, AVL-Fire, or in-house proprietary software
- Enhance current standard analysis practices and/or tools to improve prediction fidelity and/or execution speed
- Participate in product design and development teams and regularly present analysis results to engineering peers and management
- Document analysis objectives, conclusions, results, and assumptions using a standard report template
- Cooperatively work with test engineers to enhance laboratory procedures to support the development of first-time capable analysis techniques
- Stays abreast of new technology and competitive products
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engine design, calibration, controls, and emissions compliance.
- Validate simulation results with experimental data and iterate designs accordingly.
- Document and present findings to technical leadership and project stakeholders.
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
- 5+ years experience with compressible CFD analysis of powertrain-related systems
- BS in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or a related field with a focus on internal combustion engines or fluid dynamics
- 3+ years experience in CFD software (CONVERGE, STAR-CD, STAR-CCM+ ICS or similar) for gasoline or diesel mixture preparation / combustion simulation
- Highly proficient with ProStar, ICEM, Hypermesh, Tgrid, or equivalent CFD meshing software
- Highly proficient with Converge, Siemens CCM+ In-Cylinder Solution, StarCD, AVL Fire, or equivalent CFD software
- Highly proficient with Ensight, ProStar or equivalent CFD post-processing software
What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
- MS or PhD in Mechanical Engineering
- Proficient in programming (Java, MATLAB, Python), workflow automation, and customization of tools surrounding main vendor software
- Proficient in application of machine learning, data driven modeling techniques in context of engine simulations
- Proficient with GT-Power, WAVE, AVL Boost, or equivalent 1D engine simulation software
- Proficient engine testing, data acquisition and calibration tools (AVL Concerto, Indicom, ETAS)
This job may be eligible for relocation benefits
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