Optimal Staffing · 7 hours ago
Emissions Lab Hardware Engineer
Chelsea, MI
Contract
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expOptimal Staffing is seeking a highly skilled Emissions Lab Hardware Engineer to support emissions testing using analytical benches and chassis dynamometers. The role involves troubleshooting, quality control, and collaborating with technicians to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
AutomotiveIndustrial AutomationIndustrial Manufacturing
Hiring Manager
Eric Morton
Responsibilities
Lead troubleshooting efforts for emissions analytical benches, secondary sampling systems, and chassis dynamometers to identify and resolve hardware, software, and system-level issues
Diagnose root causes of test anomalies before, during, and after emissions testing
Support setup, execution, and monitoring of emissions tests, including primary and secondary sampling systems, to ensure compliance with test procedures and standards
Perform quality control checks, calibrations, verifications, and audits of emissions measurement and sampling equipment
Analyze emissions and test results to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal quality standards
Analyze emissions and test data to validate results, identify trends, and investigate abnormal behavior
Ensure proper operation of sample handling systems, including heated lines, filters, pumps, valves, and flow control devices
Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting support to union technicians performing equipment repairs and maintenance
Collaborate with union technicians to identify repair strategies, verify corrective actions, and return equipment to service
Document quality checks, calibrations, issues, root cause analyses, corrective actions, and test results in accordance with ISO 17025 standards
Support continuous improvement of test methods, equipment reliability, data quality, and laboratory processes
Ensure compliance with internal procedures, safety requirements, and applicable regulatory standards
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Automotive, or related field) or equivalent experience
3-5 years of experience
Hands-on experience troubleshooting emissions analytical benches and secondary sampling equipment
Experience working with chassis dynamometers
Strong understanding of emissions testing principles, sampling methodologies, quality control, and measurement systems
Proven ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues with minimal supervision
Experience analyzing test and emissions data for compliance and root cause investigations
Familiarity with data acquisition systems and test software
Ability to work effectively in a unionized laboratory or test environment
Strong problem-solving, documentation, and communication skills
Strong understanding of electrical, mechanical and instrumentation diagrams
Preferred
Experience with regulated emissions testing (FTP, WLTP, US06, RDE, etc.)
Knowledge of emissions regulations (EPA, CARB, EU) and internal audit practices
Experience with secondary dilution tunnels, bag sampling, PM/PN sampling, and related hardware
Experience supporting maintenance and repairs in collaboration with technicians
Experience with automation, controls, instrumentation, or lab hardware integration
Prior experience in automotive or powertrain testing environments
Experience with Emissions sampling analyzer maintenance and diagnostics, instrumentation calibration, drives and motor controls
Experience with Horiba CVS (constant volume sampler), Horiba MEXA-ONE, PEMS, Burke Porter chassis dynamometers, Modal Sampling systems, AVL, Micro soot, AVL SPC, AVL APC Particle Counter, SHED VT evaporative emissions testing, Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery ORVR testing, National Instrument Devices (PLC)
Company
Optimal Staffing
At Optimal, we don’t just deliver what is asked. We go far beyond that, consistently exceeding customer expectations.
51-200 employees
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