Powertrain Diagnostic Calibration Engineer

Akkodis group; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Akkodis is seeking a Powertrain Diagnostic Calibration Engineer for a contract position in Auburn Hills, MI. The ideal candidate will have strong skills in powertrain diagnostics and calibration, alongside knowledge of OBD II and functional safety standards. Responsibilities include calibrating diagnostics, validating software strategies, and supporting engineers in resolving diagnostic issues. Join a dynamic team offering competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

401K plan

Commuter benefits

Paid Sick Leave

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field required.
• Experience in powertrain diagnostics and validation is essential.
• Knowledge of OBD II regulations and functional safety standards preferred.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate diagnostics to detect failure modes.
• Validate diagnostic software strategies for various fault types.
• Write software change requests to improve diagnostics.

Skills

Powertrain diagnostics

Calibration

Validation

Functional safety

Knowledge of OBD II regulations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Controls Engineering, or related field

Tools

CANalyzer

Job description

Akkodis is seeking a Powertrain Diagnostic Calibration Engineer for a Contract job with a client in Auburn Hills, MI. The ideal candidate must have experience in powertrain diagnostics, calibration, and validation, with a strong understanding of OBD II regulations and functional safety standards.

Rate Range: $40.09/hour to $45.09/hour; The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.

Powertrain Diagnostic Calibration Engineer job responsibilities include:

• Calibrate diagnostics to detect failure modes while minimizing false positives/negatives.

• Validate diagnostic software strategies for various fault types (shorted high/low, open circuit, etc.).

• Write software change requests to improve diagnostics and reduce warranty issues.

• Support VRT engineers in resolving torque security diagnostic issues and developing test procedures.

• Perform DTC validation to ensure correct MIL/ETC lamp behavior and safe vehicle response.

• Validate calibrations per DVP&R and review scan data with reliability engineers.

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Controls Engineering, or related field.

• Experience in powertrain development (conventional or electrified).

• Knowledge of OBD II regulations, DTC proposals, MIL requirements, and AECD.

• Experience in functional safety development (ISO 26262), including HARA, FSC, TSC, ASIL, FMEA, FMEDA, and FTA.

• Familiarity with SAE standards (J1979, J2012, J1968).

• Proficiency in CAN protocols and tools like CANalyzer.

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Pay Details: $40.09 to $45.09 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance