CAREERS
CAREERS
Join our team of world-class scientists and engineers
Headquartered in sunny San Diego, CA, Tour Engine is diligently working to make the internal combustion engine vastly more efficient. Want to join our world-class team of scientists, engineers and engine enthusiasts? See our list of open positions below, and fill out the form to apply!
Please send your resume and introduction to jobs@tourengine.com
DURABILITY DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER
Tour Engine, Inc. (TEI) is seeking candidates for the position of Durability Development Engineer at its San Diego, CA headquarters. The successful candidate will focus on the durability development of TEI’s innovative split-cycle internal combustion engines. This role involves overseeing specific tests in TEI’s state-of-the-art engine test cell and conducting post-test data analysis.
Key Responsibilities:
· Conduct and manage durability tests within the engine test cell
· Perform post-test data analysis and reporting
· Support in planning, documentation, and time management of tests
· Investigate wear patterns, oil analysis, and temperature measurements
· Provide technical support for pilot projects in the field
Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) required; graduate studies preferred
· 2+ years of durability development experience in an engine or university laboratory
· Proficiency with tribological test equipment and standard testing procedures (e.g., surface roughness testers, 3-D profilometers, hardness testers, oil viscosity testers)
· Knowledge in interpreting wear patterns, oil consumption measurement, and temperature monitoring
· Mechanical engineering experience with a focus on combustion engines, material science, surface coatings, and design of experiments required
· Familiarity with sealing and oil control of engine power cylinders and their impact on emissions is highly desirable
· Project management experience is a plus
MECHANICAL ENGINEER
Tour Engine, Inc. (TEI) is seeking candidates for the position of Mechanical Engineer in San Diego, CA. The successful candidate will work hands-on on the design, manufacturing, and development of products utilizing TEI’s innovative split-cycle internal combustion engines. This is a multifaceted role, joining our small team of proactive workers with broad skillsets and responsibilities, contributing to various aspects of development.
Key Responsibilities:
· Design and assembly of frame, exterior, lubrication, fuel, cooling, airflow, acoustic, and electric components
· Addressing engine and system NVH
· Durability development and failure investigation
· Test-cell support and development
· Assist with documentation, planning, and time management
· Field support of pilot projects
Qualifications:
· 3+ years of professional experience required
· Engine development experience preferred
· CAD proficiency, CREO experience preferred
· System packaging experience preferred
COMBUSTION DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER
Tour Engine, Inc. (TEI) is seeking candidates for the position of Combustion Development Engineer at its San Diego, CA headquarters. The successful candidate will focus on the combustion development of TEI’s innovative split-cycle internal combustion engine. This role involves directing and overseeing specific tests within TEI’s state-of-the-art engine test cell and performing post-test data analysis and simulation.
Key Responsibilities:
· Conduct and manage combustion tests in the engine test cell
· Perform post-test data analysis and combustion simulation
· Support in planning, documentation, and time management of tests
· Interpret emissions data to assess engine performance and compliance
· Collaborate on field support of pilot projects
Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) required; Master’s degree (MS) preferred
· 2+ years of combustion development experience in an engine or university laboratory
· Expertise in combustion engines, thermodynamics, and combustion chemistry required
· Familiarity with emissions regulations and experience in design of experiments highly desirable
· Proficiency in numerical simulation tools (e.g., Converge, KIVA, STAR-CD) preferred
· Project management experience is a plus
Technical Skills:
· Knowledge of engine test cell operations, including emissions gas analyzers, dynamometers, ignition and fuel systems, and data acquisition systems
· Ability to interpret and correlate test measurements with engine and emissions performance
POSITION FILLED
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT INTERN
Tour Engine, Inc. (TEI) is seeking candidates for a part-time position (15–30 hours/week) as a Business Development Intern at its San Diego, CA headquarters. The successful candidate will support the team in developing TEI’s business development strategy, focusing on securing future funding and establishing strategic partnerships.
Key Responsibilities:
· Assist in identifying potential strategic partners and investors
· Contribute to the preparation of business development documentation and pitches
· Support applications for new grant opportunities
· Provide administrative support for business development projects
Qualifications:
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office is highly desirable
· Background in entrepreneurship and/or engineering is advantageous
This internship position is designed with the potential for full-time hire, where the intern will contribute to and help lead Tour Engine’s business development efforts.
POSITION FILLED
CONTROLS ENGINEER
Tour Engine, Inc. (TEI) is seeking early-career candidates for the position of Controls Engineer at its San Diego, CA headquarters. The successful candidate will work hands-on in the electrical, controls, and simulation development for products utilizing TEI’s innovative split-cycle internal combustion engines.
Key Responsibilities:
· Select, procure, test, and calibrate sensors and electrical hardware
· Design, assemble, and troubleshoot electrical harnesses
· Program engine control units to optimize system safety, automation, and reliability
· Conduct simulation software modeling and analysis of thermal, electrical, fluid, and mechanical subsystems
Qualifications:
· Engine development experience preferred
· Experience with sensor selection is preferred
· Programming experience is required
· Familiarity with Simulink, LabVIEW, or other graphical programming tools is preferred
· Experience with version control software such as GIT is preferred
· Knowledge of 1D engine/system simulation tools such as GT-SUITE, Ricardo Wave, Simscape, or Amesim is preferred
POSITION FILLED
MECHANICAL ENGINEER INTERN
Tour Engine, Inc. (TEI) is seeking candidates for a part-time position (10–15 hours/week) as a Mechanical Engineer Intern at its San Diego, CA headquarters. The successful candidate will join the team in developing TEI’s innovative split-cycle internal combustion engines.
Key Responsibilities:
· Assist in preparing and running experiments in TEI’s engine test cell
· Conduct post-test data analysis and document findings
· Support the engineering team in various aspects of engine testing and development
Qualifications:
· Senior-level undergraduate or graduate student in Mechanical Engineering required
· Coursework or experience with internal combustion engines is essential
· Proficiency with GT-Power and Excel is highly desirable
POSITION FILLED
DURABILITY DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER
Tour Engine, Inc. (TEI) is seeking candidates for the position of Durability Development Engineer at its San Diego, CA headquarters. The successful candidate will focus on the durability development of TEI’s innovative split-cycle internal combustion engines. This role involves overseeing specific tests in TEI’s state-of-the-art engine test cell and conducting post-test data analysis.
Key Responsibilities:
· Conduct and manage durability tests within the engine test cell
· Perform post-test data analysis and reporting
· Support in planning, documentation, and time management of tests
· Investigate wear patterns, oil analysis, and temperature measurements
· Provide technical support for pilot projects in the field
Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) required; graduate studies preferred
· 2+ years of durability development experience in an engine or university laboratory
· Proficiency with tribological test equipment and standard testing procedures (e.g., surface roughness testers, 3-D profilometers, hardness testers, oil viscosity testers)
· Knowledge in interpreting wear patterns, oil consumption measurement, and temperature monitoring
· Mechanical engineering experience with a focus on combustion engines, material science, surface coatings, and design of experiments required
· Familiarity with sealing and oil control of engine power cylinders and their impact on emissions is highly desirable
· Project management experience is a plus
Mechanical ENGINEER
Tour Engine, Inc. (TEI) is seeking candidates for the position of Mechanical Engineer in San Diego, CA. The successful candidate will work hands-on on the design, manufacturing, and development of products utilizing TEI’s innovative split-cycle internal combustion engines. This is a multifaceted role, joining our small team of proactive workers with broad skillsets and responsibilities, contributing to various aspects of development.
Key Responsibilities:
· Design and assembly of frame, exterior, lubrication, fuel, cooling, airflow, acoustic, and electric components
· Addressing engine and system NVH
· Durability development and failure investigation
· Test-cell support and development
· Assist with documentation, planning, and time management
· Field support of pilot projects
Qualifications:
· 3+ years of professional experience required
· Engine development experience preferred
· CAD proficiency, CREO experience preferred
· System packaging experience preferred
COMBUSTION DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER
Tour Engine, Inc. (TEI) is seeking candidates for the position of Combustion Development Engineer at its San Diego, CA headquarters. The successful candidate will focus on the combustion development of TEI’s innovative split-cycle internal combustion engine. This role involves directing and overseeing specific tests within TEI’s state-of-the-art engine test cell and performing post-test data analysis and simulation.
Key Responsibilities:
· Conduct and manage combustion tests in the engine test cell
· Perform post-test data analysis and combustion simulation
· Support in planning, documentation, and time management of tests
· Interpret emissions data to assess engine performance and compliance
· Collaborate on field support of pilot projects
Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) required; Master’s degree (MS) preferred
· 2+ years of combustion development experience in an engine or university laboratory
· Expertise in combustion engines, thermodynamics, and combustion chemistry required
· Familiarity with emissions regulations and experience in design of experiments highly desirable
· Proficiency in numerical simulation tools (e.g., Converge, KIVA, STAR-CD) preferred
· Project management experience is a plus
Technical Skills:
· Knowledge of engine test cell operations, including emissions gas analyzers, dynamometers, ignition and fuel systems, and data acquisition systems
· Ability to interpret and correlate test measurements with engine and emissions performance
POSITION FILLED
CONTROLS ENGINEER
Tour Engine, Inc. (TEI) is seeking early-career candidates for the position of Controls Engineer at its San Diego, CA headquarters. The successful candidate will work hands-on in the electrical, controls, and simulation development for products utilizing TEI’s innovative split-cycle internal combustion engines.
Key Responsibilities:
· Select, procure, test, and calibrate sensors and electrical hardware
· Design, assemble, and troubleshoot electrical harnesses
· Program engine control units to optimize system safety, automation, and reliability
· Conduct simulation software modeling and analysis of thermal, electrical, fluid, and mechanical subsystems
Qualifications:
· Engine development experience preferred
· Experience with sensor selection is preferred
· Programming experience is required
· Familiarity with Simulink, LabVIEW, or other graphical programming tools is preferred
· Experience with version control software such as GIT is preferred
· Knowledge of 1D engine/system simulation tools such as GT-SUITE, Ricardo Wave, Simscape, or Amesim is preferred
POSITION FILLED
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT INTERN
Tour Engine, Inc. (TEI) is seeking candidates for a part-time position (15–30 hours/week) as a Business Development Intern at its San Diego, CA headquarters. The successful candidate will support the team in developing TEI’s business development strategy, focusing on securing future funding and establishing strategic partnerships.
Key Responsibilities:
· Assist in identifying potential strategic partners and investors
· Contribute to the preparation of business development documentation and pitches
· Support applications for new grant opportunities
· Provide administrative support for business development projects
Qualifications:
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office is highly desirable
· Background in entrepreneurship and/or engineering is advantageous
This internship position is designed with the potential for full-time hire, where the intern will contribute to and help lead Tour Engine’s business development efforts.
POSITION FILLED
MECHANICAL ENGINEER INTERN
Tour Engine, Inc. (TEI) is seeking candidates for a part-time position (10–15 hours/week) as a Mechanical Engineer Intern at its San Diego, CA headquarters. The successful candidate will join the team in developing TEI’s innovative split-cycle internal combustion engines.
Key Responsibilities:
· Assist in preparing and running experiments in TEI’s engine test cell
· Conduct post-test data analysis and document findings
· Support the engineering team in various aspects of engine testing and development
Qualifications:
· Senior-level undergraduate or graduate student in Mechanical Engineering required
· Coursework or experience with internal combustion engines is essential
· Proficiency with GT-Power and Excel is highly desirable
POSITION FILLED
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REIMAGINE THE FUTURE WITH TOUR ENGINE
Tour is backed by sophisticated technology investors and has won grants from both the US DOE’s ARPA-E and The California Energy Commission (CEC) and Israeli (DOE) governments. Tour has also been issued 48 patents (US and International) with more pending.
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