Engine Controls Development Engineer (Gasoline / Powertrain / AUTOSAR)

India; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

India is seeking a Gasoline Engine Controls Development Engineer located in Auburn, Alabama. This role involves developing and implementing advanced control algorithms for combustion engine systems, ensuring compliance with performance and regulatory standards.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, along with experience in engine technologies, emissions development, and controls. Proficiency in MATLAB and Simulink is preferred. This position offers a chance to work alongside cross-functional teams to enhance vehicle performance.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in engine development and emissions development.
• Excellent knowledge of internal combustion engines.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance engine control algorithms for gasoline engines.
• Integrate software and ensure proper ECU communication across systems.
• Execute MIL and HIL testing and generate DVP&R results.

Skills

Internal combustion engines

Control principles

Problem-solving skills

Teamwork

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

MATLAB

Simulink

Stateflow

CANalyzer

Application Lifecycle Management tools

Job description

We are seeking a Gasoline Engine Controls Development Engineer to develop and deliver advanced control algorithms for internal combustion engine systems. This role is responsible for designing, implementing, and validating engine control software across vehicle, HIL, and dynamometer environments.

You will work cross-functionally with systems and calibration teams to ensure control strategies meet performance, emissions, and regulatory requirements while maintaining robustness and scalability.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance engine control algorithms for gasoline engines
• Translate requirements into software architecture and implementation strategies
• Design and validate controls using the V-model process
• Develop AUTOSAR-compliant software components (SWCs) and ARXML interfaces
• Integrate software and ensure proper ECU communication across systems
• Analyze CAN (DBC) files and implement signals
• Support OBD, diagnostic interfaces, and data identifiers (DIDs/PIDs)
• Execute MIL and HIL testing and generate DVP&R results
• Support embedded software builds and prototype validation
• Collaborate with calibration and engineering stakeholders
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and track project progress

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or an equivalent engineering degree in the related field from an accredited university, with experience in controls / calibration of gasoline spark-ignition engines
• 1+ years of experience in engine development, emissions development, engine technologies, and competitive products
• Excellent knowledge of internal combustion engines
• Knowledge of modern and classical control principles
• Experience in data acquisition, including collecting and processing data
• Outstanding problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong teamwork skills and ability to work independently
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Automotive Engineering or related field from an ABET-accredited university
• Experience with powertrain development (systems, controls, calibration)
• Proficiency with advanced simulation tools
• Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink/Stateflow
• Experience in an Agile/Scrum environment
• Experience with Application Lifecycle Management (IBM RTC) tools
• Familiarity with ASPICE processes for software development
• Experience with AUTOSAR-compliant software architecture
• Knowledge of proactive/reactive quality tools (DFSS, DFMEA, DVP&R, etc.)
• Knowledge of Electric/Electronic Vehicle Architectures and Networking
• Knowledge of On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) standards and architecture
• Knowledge of Product Line Engineering principles
• Knowledge of the System Desk and ETAS ISOLAR tools
• Knowledge of the GIT tool for the versioning and storage of the artifacts
• Knowledge of the integration pipeline tools (e.g. TeamCity)
• Knowledge of Requirement Management tools like Doors Next Generation (DNG)
• Knowledge of CAN/LIN communication protocols design & measurement tools like CANalyzer
• Knowledge of programming languages like C/C++, Python, and auto coding tools like Embedded Coder