

Calibration Engineer (Powertrain Engine/ OBD /Torque/Drivability & Emissions)
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This role is for a Calibration Engineer (Powertrain Engine/OBD/Torque/Drivability & Emissions) with a contract length of "unknown" and a pay rate of "unknown". Key skills include INCA, Matlab, and engine calibration. A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering is required, with 3+ years of relevant experience preferred.
π - Country
United States
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$ USD
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π° - Day rate
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ποΈ - Date discovered
June 19, 2025
π - Project duration
Unknown
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ποΈ - Location type
On-site
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π - Contract type
Unknown
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π - Security clearance
Unknown
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π - Location detailed
Chelsea, MI
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π§ - Skills detailed
#Strategy #Microsoft Excel #Security #Computer Science #React #Datasets #C++ #Matlab #Spark (Apache Spark) #Compliance #Documentation #Leadership
Role description
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Title: 1419858 - Powertrain Engine OBD Calibration Engineer
Responsibilities:
β’ Transmission On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) Calibration Engineer has the opportunity to develop diagnostic calibrations that meet all regulatory, safety, quality and service requirements.
β’ They have the responsibility to assure that appropriate testing is defined, planned, and completed to fully validate all diagnostic features.
β’ They also serve as the leader for leading cross-functional teams to determine root cause and solutions for development, fast feedback, and customer vehicle diagnostic issues.
β’ They will work with a variety of conventional and electrified transmissions that require a diverse set of technical skills to effectively lead their assigned programs.
β’ They will guide instrumentation of electrical and physical systems, utilize and review data from acquisition software (INCA) to ensure that desired diagnostic behavior is achieved.
β’ The engineer will gather functional requirements as well as required milestones to plan and execute development to achieve on-time successful product launches.
β’ The candidate should expect to travel 2-4 weeks throughout the year for system validation/verification.
Requirements:
β’ Desire to work both in and out of test vehicles
β’ Proficient using INCA, Matlab and Simulink/State flow
β’ Understanding of the goals of On-Board Diagnostics
β’ Functional understanding of transmission design and operation
β’ Basic proficiency with the major purpose & components in an electrified propulsion system
β’ Excellent written and verbal communication skills and business acumen
β’ Self-motivated/proactive with strong leadership and interpersonal skills
β’ Ability to operate both independently and as part of a team
β’ Basic computer proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and database applications
Preferred:
β’ Master's in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
β’ 3+ years' experience in OBD calibration, propulsion system component calibration, OBD or propulsion controls within the electric, gasoline or diesel industry
β’ INCA, Matlab, Simulink, State flow, Minitab, C++ and Visual Basic experience
Education:
β’ Bachelor's in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
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Title: 1422028 - D&E Drivability & Emissions Calibration Engineer
Responsibilities:
β’ D&E Drivability & Emissions Calibration Engineer
β’ The Calibration Engineer is responsible for developing the optimal engine calibration to meet drivability metrics along with ensuring optimal emissions and fuel economy.
β’ The engineer is responsible for the calibration maturity and development of sub features resulting in an overall optimal propulsion system.
β’ This spans the entirety of the lifecycle of development through conceptual phase, strategy development, calibration execution to subsystem and vehicle level validation including robustness evaluations.
β’ The responsibilities will be carried out across all different types of propulsion system concepts and will include varying levels of electrification.
β’ The work will coincide with a team of calibration engineers and functions to deliver system level functional objectives mainly related to emissions compliance.
β’ The engineer will plan and coordinate daily activities of propulsion dynos and vehicle related testing which may include collaboration with technicians and laboratory support engineers. In addition, test plans and timelines will be developed and executed with reports generated to communicate status of the program to larger development and management teams.
Requirements:
β’ Demonstrated 3 or more years of work experience in the area of spark ignition engine controls and calibration
β’ Strong familiarities related to engine system development including related technologies and subsystems such as combustion, valvetrain, fuel system, boost systems, EGR systems, aftertreatment systems, controls and its algorithm including diagnostics
β’ Feature calibration experience with exposure to optimizing drivability, emissions, and fuel economy
β’ Experience in launching applications meeting US based ACC/ACCII standards and regulations as well as ROW markets including (Enlarged Europe, APAC, LATAM)
β’ Data acquisition experience collecting and processing data providing meaningful summaries and next steps
β’ Good teamwork skills and ability to work independently
β’ Effective communication skills and able to create and present information in a clear and concise manner to colleagues and management
β’ Experience with MATLAB/Simulink and ETAS/INCA
Preferred Qualifications:
β’ Master's degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited University
β’ 5 years of experience is preferred.
β’ DFSS green belt or higher
β’ Execution of Problem-solving techniques (RedX, Six Sigma, 3L5W, Kaizen, 5S)
Education:
β’ Obtained a Bachelor's of Science Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited University
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Title: 1420442 - Torque Security Calibration Engineer
Job Description:
β’ The Torque Security VRT (Vehicle Reaction Test) Engineer is responsible for designing, coordinating and conducting the Torque Security safety audit for new powertrain applications for both spark ignited engines and electrified powertrain systems.
β’ The Engineer will plan, then conduct or supervise, a highly detailed series of electrical and CAN fault injections designed to test the Torque Security system's capacity to detect failures and perform the necessary remedial action.
β’ The engineer will generate reports, conduct test concern reviews with feature calibrators, and assist in investigations into software/logic errors uncovered during testing.
β’ The Engineer will manipulate and utilize large and complex sets of engine mapping data to analyze and solve complex system problems as they relate to functional safety, will work cross functionally with engine development, powertrain controls and vehicle teams to identify solutions that achieve program requirements.
β’ The candidate should expect to travel 1-3 weeks throughout the year for system validation/verification.
β’ The VRT core test team is located at Chelsea Proving Grounds in Michigan but assists and trains other regions around the world to perform this vital function.
Responsibilities include but not limited to:
β’ Develop test plans, and validate torque security diagnostic strategies to ensure compliance with system requirements and meet safety release requirements at appropriate program milestones.
β’ Execute verification test plans to confirm diagnostic functionality and system robustness.
β’ Analyze large and complex engine mapping datasets to identify and resolve system-level issues related to functional safety.
β’ Generate technical reports and documentation to support calibration and validation activities.
β’ Collaborate with feature calibrators to review test concerns and support root cause investigations of software or logic issues.
β’ Work cross-functionally with engine development, powertrain controls, and vehicle integration teams to deliver solutions that meet program goals.
β’ Coordinate and participate in corrective action meetings to drive improvements through calibration and software updates.
β’ Travel 1β4 weeks annually for system validation and verification activities.
β’ Support vehicle testing and attend in-person meetings at the Auburn Hills facility as needed.
Requirements:
β’ Minimum 1-3 years of experience in engine development, powertrain systems development /engine calibration /control systems development / diagnostics within the automotive industry.
β’ Strong foundational knowledge of internal combustion engines and powertrain calibration.
β’ Proficiency with calibration tools such as INCA and CDA, X-plot
β’ Ability to interface with software and read Simulink models via MATLAB tools.
β’ Outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to triage and work with complex datasets.
β’ Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of working independently and following up with stakeholders.
β’ Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative mindset.
β’ Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present technical content to upper management using tools like PowerPoint.
Preferred Requirements:
β’ Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering, Computer Science from an accredited university
β’ 5+ years of experience in engine development, powertrain systems development /engine calibration /control systems development / diagnostics within the automotive industry Calibration process knowledge using design of experiments and advanced optimization techniques
β’ Functional Safety standard knowledge with ISO26262 training.
β’ Proficient in advanced simulation tools
β’ Proficient in Matlab / Simulink
Education:
β’ Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related engineering field from an accredited university. Other Engineering disciplines may be considered.