Calibration Technologist I

AVL in North America; Plymouth (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Job summary

AVL in North America is seeking a motivated engineer to join our Calibration team in Plymouth, Michigan. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and 0-3+ years of experience in engine or automotive technology.

The position involves engine calibration, data analysis, and ensuring compliance with engineering standards. A competitive compensation and benefits package is offered, along with opportunities for technology development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 0‑3+ years’ experience in engine calibration or automotive technology.
• Technical degree or certification in engine or automotive technology.

Responsibilities

• Perform engine and vehicle calibration.
• Support customer meetings and project success.
• Write technical project reports and ensure data quality.

Skills

Engine calibration

Data analysis

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

0‑3+ years’ experience in automotive engineering

Tools

Etas INCA

Vector CANape

MS Excel

Job description

About AVL Mobility Technologies, Inc.

AVL Mobility Technologies, Inc. (MTI) forges new ideas, creating exciting breakthroughs, and providing mobility solutions for combustion engines, transmissions, hybrid applications, fuel cell, battery, ADAS/AD, data intelligence, and embedded systems for all types of vehicles. Our mission is to be the leading engineering consultancy providing excellence and sustainable mobility solutions to North America and the world as a key member of the global AVL network to help improve vehicle safety and reduce emissions.

Position Overview

MTI is looking for a motivated engineer to join our Calibration team. Qualified candidates will possess 0‑3+ years postgraduate experience in the area of expertise. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis or qualify for a TN Visa. Employer will only sponsor an applicant qualified for a TN Visa for this position.

Skill Team Roles

• Performs engine and vehicle calibration and other relevant engineering project work within the project team as required.
• Works on specific phases or aspects of projects such as preparation of specifications, technical plans, engine testing, vehicle testing, data analysis and validation.
• Supports/ensures data quality and writes technical project reports.
• Reviews project for compliance with engineering principles, company standards, and customer requirements, including opinions and interpretations.
• Coordinates activities concerned with technical development, scheduling, and resolving engineering test issues.
• Defines, executes, and supports engine performance and emissions research and development activities.
• Supports customer meetings.
• Other duties as required to ensure project success.

Qualifications / Skills

• Experience and Education
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred
  • 0‑3+ years’ experience in the area of expertise
  • Technical degree or certification in engine or automotive technology
• Technical
  • Identify, initiate, and support opportunities for technology development, process improvements, tool development, and knowledge capture and re‑use.
  • Familiarity with regulatory and market segment requirements and end‑user expectations
  • Supports Calibration Engineers in the following areas:
    • Compression ignition engines
    • Spark‑ignited direct injection (NA or turbocharged)
    • Spark‑ignited PFI engines
  • Base engine calibration (steady‑state and transient)
  • Fuel system development and calibration
  • Turbocharging and EGR system development and calibration
  • Vehicle and/or engine emissions calibration and optimization to meet regulatory standards.
  • Vehicle and/or engine cold‑start and environmental correction calibration.
  • Vehicle development trip support for hot weather, cold weather and high altitude.
  • Vehicle drivability and feature calibration
  • Torque model and torque path calibration
  • OBDII and diagnostic development and calibration
  • Exhaust after‑treatment calibration for diesel DPF, DOC, SCR systems
• Tools
  • Etas INCA
  • ATI Vision
  • Vector CANape, CANalyzer
  • AVL Drive
  • AVL Cameo
  • AVL Concerto
  • Mototron MotoTune/MotoHawk
  • MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint
• Relational
  • Working effectively with customers and other program staff and team members
  • Accountability for individual and team delivery
  • Active pursuit of personal and departmental improvement
  • Effective communication with all levels of the program team
• Commercial
  • Efficient on‑time delivery of program expectations with consistently high feedback.
  • Active involvement in Annual Review and Work Planning Process.

Physical Requirements

• Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing, or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces.
• Bending and Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by
  bending spine at the waist.
• Climbing Stairs: Ascending or descending stairs to gain access to a building or to move from one floor to another.
• Light Carrying: Physically transporting items weighing less than 15 pounds from one location to another.
• Moderate Carrying: Items weighing 15 to 44 pounds.
• Fingering: Picking, pinching, typing, or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand or arm.
• Grasping: Applying pressure to an object with fingers (including thumb) and palm.
• Light Lifting: Raising objects under 15 pounds from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from one position to another.
• Moderate Lifting: Objects 15‑44 pounds.
• Reaching above shoulder: Extending hands and arms in any direction.
• Repetitive Motion: Substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers for sustained periods.

We Offer

AVL provides a competitive compensation and benefits package to all direct hires. Specific benefit details and offer packages will be communicated during the interview and/or offer stage.

EEO & Accommodations

EOE Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.

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About AVL North America

AVL North America has a staff of more than 650 people and has five technical centers in Ann Arbor, Michigan, the Metro Detroit area, and Lake Forest, California.