ENGINEER - RESEARCH ENGINEER - GASOLINE/FUELS & LUBRICANTS
Who We Are:
Engineering team that supports gasoline engine crankcase oil testing activity.
Objectives of this Role:
- Perform engine oil tests in SwRI's engine dynamometer test laboratory.
- Interact with clients to ensure that their goals are being met.
- Lead the effort internally.
- Develop project plans and procedures and communicate them effectively to the laboratory staff.
- Develop new capabilities in response to client needs and be forward thinking in lubricant testing.
- Write test reports, proposals, and internal procedures.
- Obtain leadership roles within the ASTM forums that govern the standardized test types that are conducted.
Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:
- Perform lubricant testing predominately in engine dynamometer facilities.
- Maintain working relationships with clients in accomplishment of project objectives.
- Develop innovative solutions to project problems and expand laboratory capabilities and provide project leadership.
- Use engineering practices to ensure test quality and test procedure compliance.
- Plan, coordinate, and control assigned project.
- Develop and report technical and financial details to clients and management.
- Resolve a variety of engineering issues related to testing.
- Communicate effectively with clients and staff and summarize test data and complete written reports.
- Interact with laboratory and staff during project activity; interface with support groups in handling contractual, legal, accounting, fabrication and purchasing requirements.
- Market SwRI services to current and prospective customers.
- Write and present technical papers as needed to further SwRI mission.
- Field phone calls as needed after hours, as laboratories run 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Requirements:
- Requires a Bachelors with a 3.00 GPA in Mechanical Engineering
- 0-5 years: must have automotive engineering courses, internships, or hands-on experience through personal automotive engineering projects.
- Strong communication skills
- A valid/clear driver's license is required
Special Requirements:
Must be a U.S. citizen or Permanent Resident due to ITAR work in section.