# Mechanical Engineer- Engine Performance

> Diversified Services Network, Inc. · Lafayette, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-06-09

**Salary:** USD 60,000–65,000

**Workplace:** on_site

## Description

**Mechanical Engineer**

_Spark Ignited Engine Performance | LPSD | Combustion & Controls_

Full-Time  |  On-Site  |  1+ Years Experience

Diversified Services Network, Inc. (DSN) is seeking a full-time **Mechanical Engineer** to join our team in **Lafayette, IN!** We offer full benefits, PTO, 401k, and more! If you are a motivated engineer with a passion for spark ignited combustion and engine systems looking to grow your career within an extremely reputable, stable Fortune 500 company — let’s talk!

### Position Overview

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join the Spark Ignited Gas Engine Performance team within LPSD, fully on-site in Lafayette, IN. In this fast-paced role, you will develop engine systems for applications including Electric Power, Gas Compression, Marine, Petroleum, and other Spark Ignited applications. You will be responsible for ensuring engine systems meet program requirements across performance, controls, emissions, and software, leveraging simulation, analysis, and engineering judgment to deliver on program commitments.

You will work as part of a collaborative performance team with daily coordination across controls experts, aftertreatment specialists, design engineers, program managers, and other cross-functional partners. A systems engineering focus and a drive to meet and exceed customer expectations are essential to success in this role.

### Key Contributions & Responsibilities

•         Develop engine performance requirements to meet program deliverables; ensure performance and controls algorithms are capable of meeting those requirements.

•         Conduct engine performance calibration, mapping, and validation in a performance test cell; support validation that final software meets program deliverables from both a performance and emissions standpoint.

•         Perform combustion and system-level simulation using GT-Power; conduct engine system modeling and analysis.

•         Support product validation in test cell and field environments; support field follow engines to ensure products meet customer requirements in real-world settings.

•         Lead project planning; present at design reviews and provide project status updates to leadership.

•         Coordinate closely with controls experts, aftertreatment specialists, design engineers, program managers, and platform and validation teams across all phases of development.

### Team Structure & Work Environment

•         You will work within the Spark Ignited Gas Engine Performance team with daily interaction across performance, controls, platform, and validation teams. The role requires significant cross-functional coordination in a fast-paced development and validation environment.

•         Work is primarily office-based; however, lab support (troubleshooting, calibration) and occasional field engine support are also required. This is a fully on-site role in Lafayette, IN.

## Requirements

### Candidate Requirements

### Education & Experience

•         Bachelor’s degree in an accredited engineering or Engineering Technology field required; Mechanical or Electrical Engineering preferred. 1+ years of relevant experience required.

•         Experience in IC engine performance development and/or simulation, modeling, or analysis of IC engine systems and sub-systems.

### Required Technical Skills

•         Strong understanding of engine fundamentals and spark ignited combustion.

•         Methodical, data-driven approach to problem solving and engineering analysis.

### Desired Technical Skills

•         GT-Power simulation or engine modeling experience.

•         Strong understanding of spark ignited combustion system interactions at the component and system level.

### Required Soft Skills

•         Strong communication skills — able to present technical findings clearly at design reviews and to leadership.

•         Collaborative and team-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and consistently meet program timelines and deliverables.

## Benefits

-   401(k)

-   Dental insurance
-   Vision Insurance
-   Disability insurance
-   Employee assistance program
-   Health insurance
-   Health savings account
-   Life insurance
-   Paid time off
-   Paid Holidays

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Salary expectations: 60,000-65,000 per annual

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