Lead Performance Development Engineer (all gender)
Company: ALTEN
Role summary
Lead Performance Development Engineer (all gender) is a role at ALTEN in Schwaz, Tyrol, Austria (hybrid). Posted 2026-10-19. Salary: EUR 4,000 per month. Experience level: 5-10.
- Job title
- Lead Performance Development Engineer (all gender)
- Company
- ALTEN
- Location
- Schwaz, Tyrol, Austria
- Work arrangement
- hybrid
- Category
- Software Engineering
- Salary
- EUR 4,000 per month
- Experience level
- 5-10
- Date posted
- 2026-10-19
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a global engineering leader, working on exciting projects that shape the future. With a strong monthly salary and the chance to grow your career within a diverse international team, it's a role that offers both stability and innovation.
Job description
Company Description
We are the designers of today for the world of tomorrow.
As one of the world's leading engineering service providers, we at ALTEN are committed to positively shaping the future of our partners, the careers of our employees and the challenges facing our society and environment.
More than 50,000 employees in 30 countries are already working on innovative solutions in various engineering and IT sectors such as automotive, aerospace, renewable energy, medical technology and railway technology.
Job Description
YOU...
work in a motivated engineering team to develop and optimize the steady-state and transient performance of gas engines using both simulation and testing methods
lead gas engine development projects with a focus on performance, efficiency, emissions, transient behavior, and operating strategies
plan, execute, and evaluate in-house engine testing on single- and multi-cylinder engines
focus on key areas such as mixture preparation, gas exchange, ignition, combustion, and turbocharging
analyze simulation and measurement data, draw conclusions, and prepare technical reports
validate engine and component performance through testing at research institutes and customer sites
collaborate closely with Controls, Design, Mechanical Engineering, Emissions Aftertreatment, Test Bench, Service, Manufacturing, Order Engineering, and external suppliers
contribute to the continuous improvement of engine technologies and development processes
Qualifications
YOU...
hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a comparable technical discipline
have several years of experience in internal combustion engine development, ideally with a focus on performance development
possess strong knowledge of gas engine technologies, combustion processes, and engine testing methodologies
have experience working with engine simulation and measurement data analysis
are confident in leading technical development projects and coordinating cross-functional stakeholders
demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills
have excellent interpersonal skills and enjoy working within a global matrix organization
communicate fluently in English, both written and spoken
Salary starting at € 4.000 gross per month based on 38.5 h/week with the express willingness to overpay depending on qualifications and experience.
We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications – regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, disability, age and sexual orientation and identity.
Severely disabled persons will be given preferential consideration if they are equally qualified.
Do you have any questions?
Then contact me: Maja Kujundzic (+43 669 10979556).
Or apply now using our online application form.
Additional Information
Talent Management - we develop your career
Work life balance - flexible working hours and mobile working possible
...and of course we offer the usual standards such as many events, permanent employment contract and corporate benefits.
Contract Type: Permanent
Region: Tirol
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