Development and Calibration Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Bedford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Development and Calibration Engineer to join their Testing and Simulation Team. This role involves working on powertrain system thermo-fluids modelling and performance analysis to create world-class products. You will be responsible for calibrating powertrains, defining test procedures, and optimizing engine strategies. With a focus on innovation, you'll tackle real engineering challenges while collaborating with skilled engineers. This position offers the chance to enhance your engineering skills in a dynamic, international environment, ensuring your contributions lead to significant advancements in motorsport technology.

Benefits

Secure Employment

Market-Related Remuneration

Training and Career Development

Dynamic Work Environment

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in engineering with 5+ years in motorsport powertrain.
• Experience with hybrid powertrains and automated test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate powertrains at test bench and race track.
• Define test procedures and optimize engine calibration.

Skills

Powertrain Calibration

Thermo-Fluids Modelling

Performance Analysis

Programming/Scripting

Data Post-Processing

Education

Master's in Engineering

PhD in Engineering

Tools

Wintax

ATLAS

Automated Test Equipment

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Location: Bedford, United Kingdom

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

Job Description:

Based in Alzenau, near Frankfurt/M. in Germany, Hyundai Motorsport GmbH is responsible for Hyundai's global motorsport activities.

We are currently looking for a creative Development and Calibration Engineer working within the Testing and Simulation Team. You will be involved in powertrain system thermo-fluids modelling and performance analysis to help us produce a world-class product that will give a competitive advantage.

• Responsibility for powertrain calibration at the test bench and - if required - race track
• Definition of test procedures for every new powertrain item, software or hardware related. Overview of the realization of the tests
• Optimization of engine calibration and strategies to ensure maximum performance and reliability
• Challenges to provide innovative solutions to real engineering issues which directly benefit our product
• Being part of a team, but wholly responsible for concept evaluation and analysis
• High level of interaction with the development of our end products
• Autonomy to create and validate novel engineering solutions
• Opportunity to be innovative, as you create robust and versatile models
• Work with highly skilled engineers whereby experiencing the problems and creating solutions, which are expected in order to deliver a world-class product
• Honing your engineering skills which will stretch your capability, knowledge and scope

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in a relevant engineering subject and a higher degree involving ICE
• Minimum 5 years experience in high-performance or motorsport powertrain
• Experience with hybrid powertrains is beneficial
• Good knowledge and experience with state-of-the-art TC-DI engine development focusing on powertrain test bench calibration and development
• Knowledge of operating modern automated test equipment
• Proficiency in programming/scripting languages
• Strong practical skills with good manual dexterity
• Formula SAE experience highly preferred
• In-depth knowledge in ICE/powertrain testing and metrology
• Understanding of internal combustion engine and powertrain fundamentals
• Capability in test bench automation, combustion analysis, CAN bus architecture
• Competence in data post-processing tools (Wintax, ATLAS, etc.)
• Proficiency in English and German (or willingness to learn) is a plus

Our offer

• Secure and long-term employment relationship
• Market and performance-related remuneration
• Training and career development
• Working in an international and dynamic environment