Powertrain Calibration Engineering Intern - Winter/Spring 2027

NCSL International; Livonia (MI); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Job summary

Roush in Michigan is offering a Powertrain Calibration Engineering Intern position for Winter/Spring 2027. You will work with a small team calibrating and testing ICE powertrain packages on dynamometers and in vehicles, and support wiring harness design.

The role requires pursuing a bachelor's or master's in mechanical/electrical/automotive engineering, availability Jan-May 2027, 40+ hours per week, and hands-on internal combustion engine experience.

Qualifications

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• Strong Excel and MATLAB / Simulink (or similar) experience.
• Ability to read and interpret various programming languages (C, MATLAB, VBA, etc.)
• Must be currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in mechanical, electrical, or automotive engineering
• Must be available for winter/spring (Jan-May) 2027
• Must be able to work a 40+ hour work week M-F
• Must have a minimum sophomore standing
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Willingness to travel and/or work overtime upon request.

Responsibilities

• Aiding in dynamometer and vehicle-based calibration and integration for Internal Combustion Engines (ICE)
• Supporting vehicle testing including drivability, emissions, and durability
• Analyzing, interpreting, and presenting test data
• Supporting hot, cold, and high-altitude development testing
• Assisting in test bench and control system development
• Supporting prototype wiring harness design and manufacturing

Skills

Excel

MATLAB

Simulink

C

VBA

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical, Electrical, or Automotive Engineering

Job description

Roush

Title Powertrain Calibration Engineering Intern - Winter/Spring 2027

Location Livonia, MI

Category Internships / Apprentices

Hiring Type Internship

At Roush, we fuse technology and engineering to provide product development solutions to customers in a diverse range of industries. Widely recognized for providing engineering, testing, prototype, and manufacturing services to the transportation industry, Roush also provides significant support to the aerospace, defense and theme park industries. With over 2,400 employees in facilities throughout the United States, Europe, Asia, and South America, our unique combination of creativity and tenacity activates big ideas on a global stage.

We are looking for a Powertrain Calibration Intern to join our powertrain calibration and integration team for the Summer of 2026. The Intern will work within a small team of engineers and be challenged to calibrate, test, and integrate gasoline, and diesel powertrain packages on dynamometers and in vehicles. The Intern will also support testing and validation of many powertrain components. This position is a paid internship and is located in Allen Park and Livonia, MI. Candidates must be available M-F 40 hours for winter/spring (Jan-May) 2027.

As a Powertrain Calibration Intern, you will be responsible for:

• Aiding in dynamometer and vehicle-based calibration and integration for Internal Combustion Engines (ICE)
• Supporting vehicle testing including drivability, emissions, and durability
• Analyzing, interpreting, and presenting test data
• Supporting hot, cold, and high-altitude development testing
• Assisting in test bench and control system development
• Supporting prototype wiring harness design and manufacturing

To be considered as a Powertrain Calibration Intern, you will need:

• Must be currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in mechanical, electrical, or automotive engineering
• Must be available for winter/spring (Jan-May) semester of 2027
• Must be able to work a 40+ hour work week M-F
• Must have specific hands‑on internal combustion engine experience
• Strong Excel and MATLAB / Simulink (or similar) experience
• Ability to read and interpret various programming languages (C, MATLAB, VBA, etc.)
• Must have a minimum sophomore standing
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Willingness to travel and/or work overtime upon request

A successful candidate may also have:

• Previous experience with engine dynamometer testing
• Experience with CAN bus (or similar) protocol and communication
• Formula SAE/Baja or other automotive competition experience

Our full‑time benefits include: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, earned sick time, STD, LTD, 401K, tuition reimbursement, employee referral bonuses, paid vacation, paid holidays.

Roush is an EO employer Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories

If you need a reasonable accommodation for our employment application process due to disability, please contact Roush Talent Acquisition at [phone].