Core Engine Calibration Engineer

Advantage Technical; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Core Engine Calibration Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role involves developing and optimizing engine calibrations to meet performance and emissions standards. You will conduct testing across various propulsion systems and collaborate with technicians to ensure project success. If you have a passion for internal combustion engines and a knack for problem-solving, this position offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a forward-thinking engineering environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in engine calibration or a Master's with 1-3 years.
• Strong knowledge of engine control strategies and optimization.

Responsibilities

• Generate optimal engine calibrations for performance and emissions.
• Conduct engine testing and support cross-team requests.

Skills

Internal Combustion Engines

Engine Control Strategies

Data Acquisition

Teamwork Skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Master of Science in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Engine Analysis Tools

Calibration Tools

Job description

Position Title: Core Engine Calibration Engineer

Location: Auburn Hills, MI.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent Engineering degree with 3-5 years of experience in the development and calibration of gasoline spark ignition engines; or a Master of Science in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with 1-3 years of experience in the development and calibration of gasoline spark ignition engine.


• Strong knowledge of internal combustion engines.


• Strong expertise and knowledge of engine control strategies and complex optimization strategies.


• Data acquisition experience collecting and processing data.


• Working knowledge of engine analysis and calibration tools, emissions development, engine technologies and competitive products


• Good teamwork skills and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities to include:

• Responsible for generating optimal base engine calibrations meeting all the program objectives in terms of performance, control stability, lowest fuel consumption whilst minimizing the engine out and tailpipe emissions levels. The setup and control of all engine sensors and actuators for all engine operating conditions under both steady state and transient engine operation is part of the responsibilities.


• Responsible for conducting engine hardware and systems testing and supporting all other teams with their standardized and specialized engine test requests. The responsibilities will be carried out across all the different propulsion system concepts and will include varying levels of electrification of the driveline.


• Plan and coordinate day to day activities of an engine and powertrain dynamometer and does include collaboration with technicians and laboratory support engineers. In addition, test plans and timelines will be developed, and reports generated to communicate the status of the program to the larger development and management teams. Evaluations will occur with new engine hardware and powertrain technologies for future and carry over applications.


• Analyze and solve complex system problems as they relate to engine performance, fuel consumption, emissions, and base engine calibration development.


• Manipulate and utilize large and complex sets of engine mapping data.


• Actively participate in the decision process of base engine hardware selection and base engine calibration to achieve the functional objectives.

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About Advantage Technical

With company roots going back over 30 years, Advantage Technical is an engineering and information technology services company and a national leader in the provision of technical resources today. These services include Staff Augmentation, Direct Placement, Project Resourcing and Outsourcing - delivered from 40 key market locations, by over 3500 specialized contractors, to over 500 clients across North America. Advantage Technical is a Best of Staffing Diamond Award winner for both Clients and Talent. For more information about the industries and services offered by Advantage Technical, please visit AdvantageTechnical.com.

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