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Hyundai Motor Company

Propulsion Test Engineer II

Chino, CA · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

... research, and subjective performance evaluation to support lead engineers in defining and achieving ... Perform powertrain performance testing and assist in the collection and analysis of vehicle data

CONTROLTEC LLC

Project Engineer

Allen Park, MI · On-site

... powertrain/vehicle system development and validation. * Research, analyze, and assist in the ... Confer with engineers and other personnel to root cause and resolve system malfunctions, implement ...

Hyundai Motor Company

Propulsion Test Engineer II

Chino, CA · Hybrid

$90K - $110K/yr

... research, and subjective performance evaluation to support lead engineers in defining and achieving ... Perform powertrain performance testing and assist in the collection and analysis of vehicle data

CONTROLTEC LLC

Project Engineer

Allen Park, MI · On-site

... powertrain/vehicle system development and validation. * Research, analyze, and assist in the ... Confer with engineers and other personnel to root cause and resolve system malfunctions, implement ...

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP

$115K - $160K/yr

Test Engineer, Powertrain Components (Starship) Hawthorne, CA SpaceX was founded under the belief ... Our responsibilities to the flight hardware start at conception and follow the design through R&D ...

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How much do powertrain research engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for powertrain research engineer in the United States is $106,012.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $104,000.00 and $104,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Powertrain Research Engineer vs Powertrain Design Engineer?

AspectPowertrain Research EngineerPowertrain Design Engineer
Primary FocusResearch and development of new powertrain technologies and systemsDesign and optimization of powertrain components and layouts
Skills & CertificationsMechanical/Electrical engineering, CAD, simulation tools, R&D experienceMechanical engineering, CAD, FEA, design software proficiency
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, testing facilities, collaboration with R&D teamsDesign studios, manufacturing plants, engineering departments
Industry UsageAutomotive, aerospace, heavy machineryAutomotive, transportation manufacturing

While both roles involve powertrain systems, a Powertrain Research Engineer focuses on developing new technologies and conducting experiments, whereas a Powertrain Design Engineer concentrates on creating and refining powertrain components for production. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

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Infographic showing various Powertrain Research Engineer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 87% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 76% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 20% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $106,012 per year, or $51 per hour.

Applications Engineer II

Edison, NJ • On-site

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Job Description

Responsibilities:

  • Technical responsibility for customer's global account

  • Expertise to coordinate and lead the company's technical support to meet the customers complex local and global catalyst needs

  • Work closely with the customer's global technical organization and the company's internal global and regional Sales, Marketing, Application Engineering, and R&D teams

  • Provide technical and engineering expertise in support of catalyst products, system technology designs, product demonstrations and technology delivery

  • Act as the lead global technical interface with the OEM customers providing product/system engineering service and support

  • Manage key technical programs including supplier competitions, new technology introductions, and technical trouble-shooting with limited R&D Support

  • Lead the demonstration of catalyst/system design concepts for the OEM's engine/vehicle programs with support from R&D and the Engine laboratories

  • Lead the technology release process for the technology scale up and validation for the OEM's product programs (DVPR,  PPAP, etc.)

  • Work closely with sales and business teams to develop key account strategies for the OEM

Qualifications

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a technical degree in a related area required.

  • Ten plus years' experience in powertrain engineering, emission control catalysis, application engineering or automotive technical sales

  • Must possess excellent communication, presentation, influencing and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with key decision makers at the OEM's

  • Experience with emission system engineering and design

  • OEM powertrain or OEM technical interface experience

  • Knowledge of global emission regulation and related design requirements

  • Willingness to travel
Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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