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Lead Engine Performance Engineer

Innio


Job Location:

Waukesha, WI - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 97280 - 164400
Posted: 1 October 2026 (6 days ago)
Application Deadline: 29 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Engineering

Job Summary

Description

The INNIO Advantage:

INNIO Group is a global distributed energy solutions provider that delivers reliable flexible transient decentralized modular and efficient power. With a track record of innovation INNIO designs manufactures and services highperformance power systems under its Jenbacher and Waukesha brands. The company delivers power for applications including data centers microgrids grid stabilization industrial energy and gas compression.

Role Summary: As a Lead Engine Performance Engineer you will work in a global engineering team to improve the performance and emissions of gas engines using simulation and testing. You will lead and contribute to performance activities on new product and new technology development programs in the Performance team. Development activities will include the further improvement of rich burn and lean burn engines for gas compression and power generation applications. Performance initiatives include the creation and improvement of processes tools and skills in our global team and providing technical expertise and leadership during technical reviews.

Essential Responsibilities:

  • Engineering work for gas engine development projects focusing on performance (power efficiency emissions cost transient behavior etc.) and operating strategies.
  • Definition and execution of engine tests concerning mixture preparation gas exchange combustion turbocharging etc. including interpretation and documentation of the results.
  • Definition or execution of corresponding 1D simulation.
  • Create and improve internal development validation and calibration processes and strategies to increase speed robustness and efficiency of product release.
  • Lead and provide technical direction to projects.
  • Effectively communicate and provide recommendations through analysis preparation and presentation of technical data.
  • Provide technical guidance direction and training for new or less experienced engineers and technicians.
  • Close cooperation with controls design mechanical engineering sales marketing and service.
  • Provide technical consultation to cross-functional teams throughout engineering to improve or resolve manufacturing supplier or field issues.

Qualifications / Requirements:

  • Bachelor or Master of Science inan engineering or related discipline.
  • Organizational skills required to manage multiple projects and technical project personnel.
  • Experience with engines.
  • Strong interpersonal skills to lead in a global matrix organization
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Strong analysis and problem-solving skills

Desired Characteristics:

  • 10 years experience in engine testing and/or 1D simulation
  • 5 years experience in new product development with complex engine control systems
  • Demonstrated proficiency in engine system calibration hardware development and engine control strategies.
  • Experience with simulation and modeling of engine and engine control systems using GT-Power and Simulink (or equivalent).
  • Experience with creation and analysis of Design of Experiments including regression analysis.
  • Experience with DAQ setup programming and troubleshooting.
  • Experience with automated engine testing and calibration.
  • Experience with the following software: AVL suite (PUMA IndiCom Concerto) Gamma Technologies GT-Suite Mathworks Matlab & Simulink StatEase Design Expert ETAS INCA MS Office

Compensation Range: $97280 to $164400(Varies depending on relevancy of experience technical certifications and other job-related criteria).

What We Offer:

  • Medical dental and vision benefits
  • Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
  • Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
  • Paid time off and 14 paid holidays
  • 401(k) retirement savings program

Additional Details:

  • Location:Waukesha WI
  • Work Schedule:Onsite 5 days per week
  • Travel: Up to 10% domestic and international
  • Visa Sponsorship:This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the foreseeable future.

INNIO offers a great work environment professional development challenging careers and competitive compensation. INNIO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race color religion national or ethnic origin gender (including pregnancy) sexual orientation gender identity or expression age disability veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.

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INNIO offers a great work environment professional development challenging careers and competitive compensation. INNIO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race color religion national or ethnic origin gender (including pregnancy) sexual orientation gender identity or expression age disability veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.


Required Experience:

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About Company

INNIO is empowering the transition to net zero – with energy solutions and services that are flexible, scalable, and resilient.

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