Development and Calibration Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Reading; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a talented Development and Calibration Engineer to join their Testing and Simulation Team. This role involves engaging in powertrain system modeling and performance analysis, driving the creation of cutting-edge solutions that enhance product competitiveness. You will have the autonomy to innovate and collaborate with skilled engineers, ensuring maximum performance and reliability of high-performance powertrains. This position offers a secure employment relationship with opportunities for training and career development in a dynamic international environment.

Benefits

Secure long-term employment

Market-related remuneration

Training and career development

Dynamic international environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in high-performance or motorsport powertrain.
• Proficiency in programming/scripting languages is essential.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for powertrain calibration at test bench and race track.
• Define test procedures and optimize engine calibration for performance.

Skills

Powertrain Calibration

Engine Development

Data Post-Processing

Programming/Scripting

Test Bench Automation

Manual Dexterity

Hybrid Powertrains

Education

Master's or PhD in Engineering

Tools

Wintax

ATLAS

Job description

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Development and Calibration Engineer, Reading

Location: Reading, 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. Oversight 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 to experience problems and create solutions necessary to deliver a world-class product
• Honing your engineering skills to 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 with 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