Powertrain Development Engineering Intern - Summer 2026

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Job Summary

We are looking for a Powertrain Development Engineering Intern to join our team for the summer of 2026. The Intern will work alongside a small team of engineers and technicians supporting various customer testing programs within the dynamometer and vehicle emissions test laboratories. The ideal candidate must show a capacity to quickly assimilate and understand the implications of new developments and be ready to respond appropriately to situations as they evolve. This position is a paid internship and is located in Livonia, MI.

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As a Powertrain Development Engineering Intern, you will be responsible for:

• Provide a supporting role for a variety of customer based automotive engineering and testing projects while developing skills to successfully take the project to completion
• Assist with coordinating internal support activities which include dynamometer and emissions testing, machine shop, engine build, fabrication and garage services
• Carry out engine dynamometer and vehicle-based emissions testing and support related program activities (engine setup, implementation of data acquisition and reporting systems, data review, engine teardown analysis, etc)
• Support component and system design activities as needed
• Prepare and deliver technical reports and presentations as part of documentation for program reviews
• Review and process dynamometer test cell and engine ECU data
• Diagnose engine and dynamometer hardware/control issues and verify proper functionality
• Manage inventory of engine components and related test hardware
• Seek and employ continuous improvement strategies for increased quality and through-put
• Assist with customer correspondences

To be considered as a Powertrain Development Engineering Intern, you will need:

• Must be currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in mechanical, or automotive engineering
• Must be available for the summer semester of 2026 and be able to work a 40 hour work week M-F
• Strong MS Excel experience
• Must have a minimum sophomore standing
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Willingness to travel and/or work overtime upon request
• A strong desire to learn and execute base engine/vehicle testing and systems integration
• Must have a hands-on automotive background with a desire to work with engines and controls
• Ability to perform effectively in a team environment with customers, engineers, designers, lab technicians, mechanics, machinists and engine builders
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Must be self-motivated and possess rapid problem-solving skills with ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Must have U.S. citizenship

A successful candidate may also have:

• Previous experience with engine dynamometer testing
• Experience with CAN bus (or similar) protocol and communication
• Formula SAE/Baja or other automotive competition experience

If you share our passion for providing innovative solutions to complex challenges, we want you on our team.

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