Hybrid Powertrain Calibration Engineer | Testing, Validation & Calibration Projects

AVL; Valladolid; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Innovative environment

Career progression

Competitive salary

Language learning (French)

Salary range €28,000–€35,000 gross per

Incorporation: Oct/Nov

Job summary

AVL Iberica in Valladolid, Spain, is expanding its Calibration team to develop and validate hybrid powertrain systems. The roles cover calibration, validation and powertrain development across multiple projects.

Responsibilities include executing validation plans, supporting calibration teams, managing calibrations and performing engine/vehicle tests. English and Spanish are required; French is a plus. Hybrid experience preferred; driving licence B required.

Qualifications

• 1 year minimum calibration experience.
• Experience with hybrid powertrains preferred.
• English and Spanish required; French a plus.
• Driving Licence B required.

Responsibilities

• Execute validation plans to verify powertrain components under failure conditions.
• Support calibration teams to ensure prototype and customer vehicles remain operational.
• Assemble, validate and industrialize calibrations for powertrain components.
• Plan and perform tests in engine benches and vehicles: base engine calibration, emissions, diagnostics, driveability.
• Lead or coordinate activities with junior and senior calibration engineers.

Skills

Understanding of internal combustion,​

Education

Mechanical/Automotive Engineering degree

Master's degree in automotive-related subjects (desirable)

Tools

ETAS INCA

AVL Concerto

AVL Creta

Vector CANalyzer

DDT2000

MATLAB/Simulink

Job description

Job Description

Valladolid, Spain

At AVL Iberica, we continue to expand our Calibration team and are looking for engineers who want to contribute to the development and validation of hybrid powertrain systems.

We offer several opportunities within our growing workgroup, covering different areas of calibration, validation and powertrain development.

Areas where you can contribute

Depending on your experience and interests, you may be involved in:

System Validation

• Execution of validation plans to verify the correct behavior of powertrain components under failure conditions.

Powertrain Debug

• Support production, end-of-line, dealerships and calibration teams to ensure prototype and customer vehicles remain fully operational.

Calibration Data Management

• Assembly, validation and industrialization of calibrations related to powertrain components.

Engine & Vehicle Calibration

• Planning and performing tests in engine test benches and vehicles focused on:
• Base engine calibration
• Emissions
• Diagnostics
• Driveability

Calibration Leadership

• Working alongside junior and senior calibration engineers to coordinate activities and ensure successful calibration development.

Current Project Environment

• Mainly gasoline hybrid platforms.
• Calibration of internal combustion engines and high-voltage components.

Education

• Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering or similar degree.
• Master's degree in automotive-related subjects is desirable.

Technical Background

• Understanding of internal combustion engines and power electronics.
• Experience with:
• ETAS INCA
• AVL Concerto
• AVL Creta
• Vector CANalyzer
• DDT2000
• Matlab/Simulink or similar tools

Languages

• English and Spanish required.
• French is a plus.

Other Requirements

• Driving Licence B required.
• Minimum 1 year of previous calibration experience.
• Experience in hybrid systems is preferred.

We Offer

• Innovative Environment: join a forward-thinking company that promotes a pro-active work atmosphere.
• Career Progression: opportunities for professional growth within our organization.
• Competitive Salary: we offer a competitive salary package improving industry standards.
• Language Learning: access to language learning resources for employees interested in improving their French skills.
• Salary range: €28,000 - €35,000 gross per year
• Incorporation: October/November

About Avl Iberica

AVL Iberica is responsible for the Spanish, Mexican and Portuguese markets. It is formed by an international team that develops cutting-edge mobility technology in the fields of internal combustion engine, e-mobility, hydrogen, autonomous and connected driving, software and simulation, applied to all propulsion systems.

We are committed to deliver excellence in the development, simulation, testing and integration of propulsion systems, with all the experience of the AVL group in a local, personalized way and with a close technical service.