Advanced Propulsion Calibration Engineer (Hybrid)

Ford, Inc; Dearborn (MI); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 193,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

Holidays

Vehicle discount program

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Ford Motor Company is seeking an Advanced Propulsion System Calibration Engineer in Dearborn, MI (Hybrid). The role focuses on developing state-of-the-art propulsion controls for ICE, hybrids, and BEV platforms, balancing performance, drivability, and efficiency.

You will leverage virtual simulations and real-world prototypes to calibrate systems, validate designs, and drive cross-functional reviews in a fast-paced EV/HEV environment. Hybrid work arrangement with strong growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Automotive Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in powertrain calibration with electrified propulsion systems (HEV/PHEV/EREV/BEV).
• 2+ years experience with ATI Vision, ETAS INCA, Vector tools or CAN protocols.
• 2+ years working with prototype vehicles/test benches and troubleshooting.
• 2+ years data acquisition (DAQ) systems and testing environments (engine/chassis dynos).
• 1+ year data engineering and statistical validation with large datasets.

Responsibilities

• Lead calibration development across chassis/powertrain/hub dynamometers and on-road development.
• Use virtual vehicle analysis platform to calibrate and map multi-variable spaces.
• Perform DV testing using virtual and physical prototypes under varied conditions.
• Conduct sensitivity studies to balance fuel economy, performance, drivability and emissions.
• Prototype commissioning and debugging of complex propulsion systems.

Skills

Powertrain calibration

Vehicle development

DOE methods

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field

Tools

ATI Vision

ETAS INCA

Vector tools

CAN protocols

DAQ systems

MATLAB/Simulink

Job description

Ford Motor Company is seeking an Advanced Propulsion System Calibration Engineer in Dearborn, MI (Hybrid). The role focuses on developing state-of-the-art propulsion controls for ICE, hybrids, and BEV platforms, balancing performance, drivability, and efficiency.

You will leverage virtual simulations and real-world prototypes to calibrate systems, validate designs, and drive cross-functional reviews in a fast-paced EV/HEV environment. Hybrid work arrangement with strong growth opportunities.