Hybrid Powertrain Efficiency Calibration Engineer

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI); Superior (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Zero-premium medical benefits

Employer-paid disability insurance

Generous paid time off

Competitive salary

Global diverse environment

Retirement planning benefits

HSA and FSA access

Flexible work hours

Job summary

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is seeking a Hybrid Powertrain Fuel Economy Calibration Engineer for the Vehicle Energy Efficiency (VEE) Team.

Engineers are responsible for fuel economy calibration of HMG vehicles, on-road and dynamic testing, simulation, data analysis, benchmarking, and developing strategies to improve energy efficiency for hybrid and gas-engine vehicles. You will design and execute fuel economy test plans, collaborate with lab personnel, calibrators, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or related engineering from an accredited university.
• 1+ year of experience with these responsibilities and capabilities.
• Working-level knowledge of vehicle testing tools, such as ETAS INCA (or equivalent), and CANbus monitoring applications, such as Vector CANalyzer (or equivalent).
• Working-level knowledge of MATLAB for data analysis and graphing.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with peers, management, and executive staff.
• Valid Driver’s License and a satisfactory driving record.
• Able to work in a culturally diverse team environment.
• Able to work in harsh climate conditions (winter -40F, summer +120F, altitude up to 14,000 feet).
• Master's degree preferred; 5+ years of experience preferred; Korean language skills.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate fuel economy functions.
• Perform testing for fuel economy and coast-down according to EPA test procedures.
• Establish and support targets for vehicle energy efficiency (MPG, MPGe, CO2, AER) through testing and analysis.
• Benchmark key competitive vehicles and related propulsion system technologies.
• Analyze competitive datasets and assess future trends in passenger vehicle fuel economy and energy efficiency tech.
• Collaborate with lab personnel, calibrators, and automation engineers to ensure test readiness, resolve issues, and maintain testing continuity.
• Design, execute, and improve fuel economy test plans and procedures.
• Simulate vehicle energy flows, losses, and road loads for detailed presentations.
• Collaborate with and support the global R&D headquarters team in South Korea.
• Support extended/weekend testing and travel up to 25% domestically and internationally.

Skills

Calibration experience

EPA standards familiarity

Energy flows understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or related engineering

Master's degree in mechanical, electrical, or related engineering

Tools

ETAS INCA

CANalyzer

Vector CANalyzer

MATLAB

Job description

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is seeking a Hybrid Powertrain Fuel Economy Calibration Engineer for the Vehicle Energy Efficiency (VEE) Team.

Engineers are responsible for fuel economy calibration of HMG vehicles, on-road and dynamic testing, simulation, data analysis, benchmarking, and developing strategies to improve energy efficiency for hybrid and gas-engine vehicles. You will design and execute fuel economy test plans, collaborate with lab personnel, calibrators, and