GET Trainee – Engine Durability Engineer

3W Powertrain | CNG | Petrol | Flex-Fuel

Position Overview

We are looking for a GET Trainee – Engine Durability Engineer to support engine durability testing, validation, test data analysis, component inspection, and failure investigation activities for 3W CNG, Petrol, and Flex-Fuel powertrains.

The trainee will work closely with experienced engineers and testing teams and will gain hands-on exposure to engine dynamometer testing, durability test cycles, engine performance monitoring, test instrumentation, post-test teardown inspection, failure analysis, and validation activities.

The role is suitable for a Mechanical/Automobile Engineering graduate with a strong interest in IC engines, powertrain development, testing, and durability engineering.

Key Responsibilities

1. Engine Durability Testing

- Support execution of engine durability and endurance tests on engine dynamometers and vehicles.
- Execute assigned durability test cycles as per approved test procedures and schedules.
- Support performance, endurance, overload, thermal, and other engine validation tests.
- Monitor engine operating conditions throughout the test.
- Ensure proper test preparation, instrumentation, data acquisition, and test documentation.
- Coordinate with test technicians and senior engineers for smooth execution of durability tests.

2. Monitoring of Engine Durability Parameters

Monitor and record critical parameters during durability testing, including:

- Engine speed and torque
- Oil pressure and oil temperature
- Coolant / cylinder head temperature
- Fuel consumption
- Oil consumption
- Blow-by
- Exhaust emissions
- Engine temperatures
- Fuel rail pressure for CNG engines
- Engine performance and torque/power degradation
- Abnormal noise, vibration, leakage, or other observations

Identify abnormal trends and immediately communicate deviations to the concerned engineer.

3. Test Data Analysis

- Collect, organize, and analyze data generated from engine dynamometer and vehicle durability testing.
- Analyze test trends using MS Excel and other relevant engineering tools.
- Prepare graphs, trend plots, data summaries, and test reports.
- Compare pre-test and post-test performance to identify degradation.
- Identify abnormal trends in temperature, pressure, oil consumption, blow-by, performance, emissions, and other durability parameters.
- Support correlation of test results with component condition and failure observations.

4. Post-Durability Teardown & Inspection
- Support teardown of engines after completion of durability tests.
- Inspect critical engine components for wear, damage, deformation, overheating, leakage, and abnormal conditions.
- Support measurement and documentation of component wear.
- Compare inspection results against drawings, specifications, and acceptance criteria.




- Identify and document abnormal wear patterns and failure indications.
- Prepare post-durability teardown and inspection reports.

5. Failure Analysis & Root Cause Investigation
- Support investigation of component failures and durability issues.
- Participate in structured problem-solving using:
- 5-Why analysis
- Fishbone/Ishikawa analysis
- Failure Mode analysis
- Basic FMEA methodology

- Develop understanding of common engine durability failure mechanisms, including:

- Valve seat recession
- Valve train wear
- Piston and piston-ring wear
- Cylinder scuffing
- Bearing wear
- Crankshaft / connecting rod issues
- Lubrication failures
- Thermal fatigue
- Excessive oil consumption
- Blow-by increase
- Cooling system-related failures

- Support corrective and preventive action evaluation under guidance from senior engineers.

6. CNG, Petrol & Flex-Fuel Engine Durability
- Develop practical understanding of durability characteristics of CNG, Petrol, and Flex-Fuel engines.
- Support durability evaluation of CNG fuel-system components and engine systems.
- Monitor CNG fuel rail pressure and other relevant fuel-system parameters.
- Understand the effect of different fuels on:
- Combustion
- Engine temperature
- Lubrication
- Valve and valve-seat durability
- Piston/ring durability
- Engine performance
- Emissions

- Support evaluation of engine durability under different operating conditions and fuel types.

7. Performance & Durability Correlation
- Support comparison of pre-durability and post-durability engine performance.
- Analyze changes in:
- Power
- Torque
- Fuel consumption
- Oil consumption
- Blow-by
- Emissions
- Thermal behavior

- Support identification of performance degradation and its possible relationship with component wear or failure.

8. Validation & Documentation

Prepare and maintain:

- Durability test plans and schedules
- Test checklists
- Test data records
- Durability test reports
- Teardown reports
- Component inspection reports
- Data analysis sheets
- DVP&R; execution records
- Failure analysis reports
- Validation status reports

Maintain proper traceability of test engines, test conditions, test hours/kilometers, test results, and component inspection findings.

Required Technical Skills

- Basic to valuable understanding of Internal Combustion Engines and 3W Powertrains.
- Basic understanding of:
- Engine combustion
- Lubrication system
- Cooling system
- Valve train
- Piston-cylinder assembly




- Crank train
- Fuel systems
- Ignition system
- Exhaust and emission systems

- Understanding of engine performance and durability parameters.
- Basic knowledge of engine dynamometer testing.
- Basic understanding of engineering measurements and component inspection.
- Ability to read engineering drawings and specifications.
- Good working knowledge of MS Excel for data analysis and reporting.
- Basic knowledge of 5-Why, Fishbone, FMEA, and problem-solving techniques.
- Exposure to data acquisition and engine test instrumentation will be an advantage.

Desired Competencies

- Strong interest in Engine Testing, Durability, and Powertrain Development.
- Analytical approach and ability to interpret test data.
- Strong observation and attention to detail.
- Good problem-solving capability.
- Willingness to work hands-on in engine test cells and vehicle testing environments.
- Ability to identify abnormal engine behavior and communicate observations clearly.
- Good documentation and reporting skills.
- Ability to work effectively with Testing, Design, Quality, Manufacturing, and Supplier teams.
- Willingness to learn and take increasing responsibility for assigned durability activities.

Education & Experience

Education:

- B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical / Automobile Engineering.

Experience:

- GET / Fresher – 0 to 1 year experience.
- Internship or academic project experience in IC engines, engine testing, powertrain, vehicle testing, or durability engineering will be an advantage.

Learning & Development Exposure

During the training period, the GET will gain exposure to:

- 3W CNG, Petrol, and Flex-Fuel engines
- Engine dynamometer testing
- Engine durability and endurance testing
- Test cycles and test-bed operation
- Engine test instrumentation and data acquisition
- Engine performance evaluation
- Post-durability teardown and component inspection
- Engine failure analysis
- CNG fuel-system durability
- Emission and regulatory requirements
- DVP&R; and validation processes
- Powertrain durability development
- Vehicle-level durability correlation

Key Success Measures

The GET trainee will progressively demonstrate the ability to:

- Execute assigned durability tests safely and correctly.
- Accurately record and maintain test data.
- Monitor critical engine durability parameters.
- Identify and report abnormal test trends.
- Perform basic test-data analysis.
- Support post-durability teardown and component inspection.
- Identify basic wear and failure patterns.
- Prepare clear and accurate durability reports.
- Support root-cause investigations using structured problem-solving methods.
- Develop a strong understanding of 3W engine durability and powertrain validation.
- Take increasing ownership of assigned durability testing activities.

📌 GET Trainee - Engine Durability Engineer (India)
🏢 Atul Auto
📍 India