On-Board Diagnostic Calibration Engineer

Stellantis; Chelsea (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & well-being coverage

Family building benefit

Generous paid time off

Retirement savings plans

Insurance options

Company vehicle lease program

Tuition reimbursement

Volunteer hours

Job summary

Stellantis' On-Board Diagnostic Calibration Engineer will have the opportunity to develop new OBD strategies for gas engine control systems. The engineer will review system and software designs, generate test plans, and manage vehicle/test-bench/virtual resources to deliver compliant calibrations for future propulsion programs.

You will work cross-functionally with hardware, controls, and software teams, guide instrumentation, use INCA data to verify diagnostics, and plan milestones to achieve

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• 5+ years in OBD emissions calibration or controls.
• Proficient using INCA, Matlab and Simulink/Stateflow.
• Basic understanding of internal combustion engine propulsion system hardware.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated with leadership and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Develop new OBD strategies for gas engine control systems and review system/software designs.
• Generate test plans and manage vehicle/test-bench/virtual resources to deliver calibrations.
• Develop and validate compliant calibrations for propulsion programs.
• Work cross-functionally with hardware, controls and software teams; guide instrumentation and data collection.
• Use INCA data to verify desired diagnostic behavior and plan milestones for on-time launches.

Skills

OBD Calibration

Automotive Controls

INCA

Matlab/Simulink

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

INCA

Matlab

Simulink/Stateflow

Job description

Stellantis' On-Board Diagnostic Calibration Engineer will have the opportunity to develop new OBD strategies for gas engine control systems. The On-Board Diagnostic Calibration Engineer will be able to review system and software designs, generate test plans, manage vehicle/test-bench/virtual resources, and both develop and validate compliant calibrations for future propulsion system programs. The candidate will work cross functionally with hardware development, controls and software development, program management, test fleet support, vehicle and compliance teams. They will guide instrumentation of electrical and physical systems, utilize and review data from acquisition software (INCA) to ensure that desired diagnostic behavior is achieved. The engineer will gather functional requirements as well as required milestones to plan and execute development to achieve on-time successful product launches. Projects include working on new & legacy technologies on gasoline powered propulsion systems requiring the understanding of distributed control architectures, engine & electric motor control, interactions with energy storage and management systems. The ideal candidate will have a knowledge of diagnostics basics as well as a basic understanding of internal combustion engines propulsion systems. The candidate should expect to travel 1-4 weeks throughout the year for system validation/verification.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related field
• 5+ year experience in OBD or emissions calibration or controls
• Proficient using INCA, Matlab and Simulink/Stateflow
• Basic understanding of Internal combustion engine propulsion system hardware and function
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and business acumen
• Self-motivated/proactive with strong leadership and interpersonal skills
• Ability to operate both independently and as part of a team
• Basic computer proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and database applications
• Valid Driver License
• Willingness to work in-vehicle & inside climatic test environments

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
• 3 years' experience in OBD calibration, propulsion system calibration, OBD Controls or propulsion controls within the electric, gasoline or diesel industry
• Experience with Minitab, C++ and Visual Basic

Our Benefits — Designed With You In Mind

Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage

From your very first day, you’ll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage — ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected. Also, our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers confidential support for personal and professional challenges, always ready when you need it.

Family Building Benefit

We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy.

Generous Paid Time Off

We believe in work-life balance. That’s why we offer: 17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most.

Competitive Retirement Savings Plans

We Help You Plan For The Future With

• An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plans
• An employer contribution, even if you don’t contribute

Income Protection & Insurance Options

Benefit from both employer-provided and voluntary plan offerings, including life insurance, group accident, critical illness, etc. - supporting the needs of you and your family and ensuring peace of mind.

Company Vehicle Lease Program

Eligible employees and their immediate families can participate in the company vehicle lease program, providing access to Stellantis vehicles with insurance, maintenance, and unlimited miles included. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products.

Support for Your Growth and Giving Back

• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan refinancing programs
• 18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your community

And so much more!

When you join us, you’re not just building a career — you’re joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work.

At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome applications from all people without regard to sex, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any characteristic protected by law. We believe that diverse teams reflect our identity as a global company, enabling us to better address the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future.

EOE / Disability / Veteran