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Remote Consulting Engineer Company: Anomalix Inc. Location: Remote - Work from home - 75% travel to client site Status: Contract; Contract-to-hire; Full time The Consulting Engineer works with ...

Remote Consulting Engineer Company: Anomalix Inc. Location: Remote - Work from home - 75% travel to client site Status: Contract; Contract-to-hire; Full time The Consulting Engineer works with ...

As a Remote Professional Engineer, you'll play a crucial role in the design process, ensuring that each project meets our high standards of quality and performance. Basic Job Functions: In this role ...

As a Remote Professional Engineer, you'll play a crucial role in the design process, ensuring that each project meets our high standards of quality and performance. Basic Job Functions: In this role ...

SR Design Engineer

Wheaton, IL · On-site +1

$135K - $160K/yr

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Senior Design Engineer - Electric Distribution Location ... Remote/Wheaton, IL Hire Type: Direct Hire Salary: $135K-$160K/YR Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision ...

Senior AI Engineer (US Remote)

Tennessee, IL · Remote

$180K - $210K/yr

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The Product Engineering area is responsible for designing, writing, testing and deploying the code ... REMOTE Basic Requirements * 8+ years experience in software development * AND 2+ years with AI ...

SCADA Engineer

Oak Brook, IL · On-site +1

$85K - $120K/yr

... office, remote, and active project-site settings. This role may require: * Prolonged periods of ... Nexus Engineering Group is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified ...

SCADA Engineer

Oak Brook, IL · On-site +1

$85K - $120K/yr

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... office, remote, and active project-site settings. This role may require: * Prolonged periods of ... Nexus Engineering Group is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified ...

Product Engineer (Remote - US CT/ET)

Chicago, IL · Remote

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Product Engineer High level stuff you might be filtering against Location: Remote (CT/ET Timezone). Collaborating with teams on the West Coast and in Europe, alongside building out a new hub in ...

Staff Engineer

Chicago, IL · Remote

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This is a fully remote opportunity. What You'll Do Hands-On Engineering * Design, build, and maintain scalable full-stack systems, with primary depth in backend services (TypeScript/Node.js and ...

Senior ML Engineer

Chicago, IL · Remote

$180K - $240K/yr

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Career Renew is recruiting for one of its clients a Senior Machine Learning Engineer - this is a fully remote role for US/Canada based candidates. Salary range: 180-240K USD plus benefits plus equity.

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Remote Powertrain Engineer information

What is a remote powertrain engineer?

A Remote Powertrain Engineer is a specialized engineer who designs, develops, and optimizes vehicle powertrain systems—such as engines, transmissions, and electric drivetrains—while working remotely from a location outside the traditional office or laboratory setting. They use advanced software tools to collaborate with teams, analyze data, and run simulations to improve vehicle performance, efficiency, and compliance with regulations. This role typically involves close coordination with other engineering and manufacturing teams, as well as staying up to date with emerging automotive technologies.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote powertrain engineer?

To thrive as a Remote Powertrain Engineer, you need a solid background in mechanical or automotive engineering, with expertise in powertrain systems, and typically a bachelor's degree or higher. Proficiency with CAD software, simulation tools like MATLAB/Simulink, and familiarity with industry standards are crucial, and certifications such as Professional Engineer (PE) can be advantageous. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and effective remote communication skills help you excel in collaborating with distributed teams. These skills ensure the successful design, analysis, and optimization of powertrain components while maintaining productivity and quality in a remote work environment.

How does working remotely as a powertrain engineer affect collaboration with cross-functional teams?

As a remote Powertrain Engineer, effective collaboration is often facilitated through digital platforms such as video conferencing, project management tools, and collaborative CAD software. While you may not be physically present in the lab or test facility, you'll regularly interact with other engineers, designers, and project managers to review designs, troubleshoot issues, and track project progress. Clear communication and proactive scheduling of virtual meetings are essential to ensure alignment, especially when coordinating with on-site teams for testing or validation activities. Remote roles may also require more documentation and frequent updates to keep everyone informed and projects on track.

What are the most commonly searched types of Powertrain Engineer jobs in Illinois?

The most popular types of Powertrain Engineer jobs in Illinois are:

Senior Technical Support Analyst

International Motors, LLC

Lisle, IL • On-site, Remote

$69K - $104K/yr

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

New


International Motors rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 23 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

249th of 491 rated machine equipment manufacturers


Job description

Position Overview
The Senior Technical Support Analyst provides expert diagnostic and repair support to International & IC Bus dealers, body builders, and other approved customers across one or more technical support lines of business, including Powertrain, Chassis / Electrical / Zero Emissions, and Vehicle Programming. This role supports highly technical product concerns through case files, phone calls, and remote support sessions. The Senior Technical Support Analyst helps technicians resolve issues efficiently, documents recurring problems and trends, partners with internal teams to improve service information and repair guidance, and escalates complex or emerging issues when needed
Responsibilities
  • Provide diagnostic and repair support to International & IC Bus dealers, body builders, and other approved customers for highly technical vehicle and service issues.
  • Respond to support requests through case files, phone calls, email or chat-based communication, and remote diagnostic sessions as needed.
  • Troubleshoot complex mechanical, electrical, electronic, software, programming, or system integration concerns and recommend corrective actions.
  • Document customer interactions, technical findings, repair direction, and recurring issues in the case management system.
  • Escalate complex, high-impact, or unresolved issues to Tier 2 support, Service Engineering, Service Tools, or other internal stakeholders as appropriate.
  • Identify and communicate emerging product trends, failure modes, and process gaps to support product quality
  • improvement and field issue resolution.
  • Provide feedback to publications, training, service tools, and related internal teams to improve diagnostics, repair information, schematics, and technician enablement.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives that reduce case volume, improve first response quality, improve response time, and enhance the dealer experience.
  • Maintain current technical knowledge through training, hands-on learning, and ongoing product updates.
  • Travel onsite to dealer or company locations for training or support when needed.

Team Scope
  • Powertrain: Supports engine, aftertreatment, driveline, transmission, and related diagnostic and repair concerns.
  • Chassis / Electrical / Zero Emissions: Supports chassis, electrical, brake, body builder, and zero-emissions vehicle systems.
  • Specific product focus may vary based on team assignment, business need, and candidate background.

Minimum Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree and at least 1 year of field service engineering, automotive service or truck service experience

OR
  • Master's degree and no experience

OR
  • At least 3 years of field service engineering, automotive service or truck service experience

Additional Requirements
  • Qualified candidates, excluding current employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States. We do not anticipate providing employment related work sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B status)

Desired Skills
  • Hands-on experience with Class 4-8 truck, bus, diesel, electrical, electronic, software, or vehicle programming diagnostics.
  • Experience supporting dealer or field service operations, technical case management, contact center operations, or remote technical troubleshooting.
  • Experience with commercial vehicle diagnostic tools, service software, programming tools, or Windows-based technical applications.
  • Experience using case management, CRM, or ticketing systems to document and manage technical support activity.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Strong critical thinking, troubleshooting, written communication, and customer service skills.
  • Experience collaborating with engineering, publications, training, service tools, or other cross-functional support teams.
  • Remote support experience using screen sharing, remote diagnostic, or remote desktop tools is a plus.
  • For Powertrain-focused openings, strong diesel and customer service experience is highly preferred.
  • For Chassis / Electrical / Zero Emissions-focused openings, experience with electrical systems, brakes, body builder support, or EV systems is a plus.
  • For Vehicle Programming-focused openings, experience with module programming, service software, Windows administration, remote support tools, and diagnostic applications is a plus.

Work Arrangement and Travel
  • Must be able to travel to Lisle, Illinois and/or Woodridge, Illinois for initial training and periodic business needs.
  • Remote work may be available after initial training, subject to business needs and company policy.
  • Up to 10% travel may be required depending on team assignment and business needs.

Benefits and Compensation
This position offers competitive market-based compensation, along with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee wellbeing. You can learn more about the benefits offered for this position by visiting https://careers.international.com/#benefits.
The expected salary offered for this position will fall within the stated range, with the final offer based on the candidates' applicable skills, knowledge, and experience.
Company Overview
About TRATON
With its brands Scania, MAN, International, and Volkswagen Truck & Bus, TRATON SE is the parent and holding company of the TRATON GROUP and one of the world's leading commercial vehicle manufacturers. The Group's product portfolio comprises trucks, buses, and light-duty commercial vehicles. "Transforming Transportation Together. For a sustainable world.": this intention underlines the Company's ambition to have a lasting and sustainable impact on the commercial vehicle business and on the Group's commercial growth.
About International
From a one-man company built on the world-changing invention of the McCormick reaper in 1831, to the 15,000-person-strong company we are today, few companies can lay claim to a history like International. Based in Lisle, Illinois, International Motors, LLC* creates solutions that deliver greater uptime and productivity to our customers throughout the full operation of our commercial vehicles. We build International® trucks and engines and IC Bus® school and commercial buses that are as tough and as smart as the people who drive them. We also develop Fleetrite® aftermarket parts. In everything we do, our vision is to accelerate the impact of sustainable mobility to create the cleaner, safer world we all deserve. As of 2021, we joined Scania, MAN and Volkswagen Truck & Bus in TRATON GROUP, a global champion of the truck and transport services industry. To learn more, visit International.com.
*International Motors, LLC is d/b/a International Motors USA in Illinois, Missouri, New Jersey, Ohio, Texas, and Utah.
EEO Statement
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to access the online application system or participate in the interview process due to your disability, please email HUB@International.com to request assistance. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response. Otherwise, your request may not be considered.

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