Senior Calibration Engineer

Rolls-Royce; Aiken (SC); In loco; USD 94.000 - 153.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Bonus plan

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Descrizione del lavoro

Rolls-Royce in Aiken, SC is seeking a Senior Calibration Engineer to lead diesel engine development, calibration and support across test cells and field programs.

You will design and run tests, analyze data, and optimize calibration parameters with DoE techniques, while ensuring compliance with emission regulations and project budgets. Travel may be required.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with 5+ years of engine calibration/testing, or 9 years of calibration/testing experience.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally.
• Willingness to work flexible hours including nights/weekends.

Mansioni

• Coordinate and perform diesel engine development, calibration and testing in a dynamometer test cell and field as needed.
• Coordinate, prepare and perform testing of prototype engines and aftertreatment systems with test cell operators.
• Develop, analyze and evaluate engineering solutions considering reliability, configuration, emissions, customer requirements and cost.
• Conduct tests and use DoE and modeling to optimize calibration parameters.
• Coordinate emissions certification processes including test cell preparation, execution, data analysis and reporting.

Conoscenze

Diesel engine development

Calibration

Engineering analysis

DoE & modeling

Field testing

Mentoring/leadership

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Master's degree or PhD (preferred)

Strumenti

ETAS INCA

AVL CAMEO

AVL PUMA

AVL emissions equipment

Descrizione del lavoro

Job DescriptionJob Title: Senior Calibration EngineerJob Category: Development and Product Engineering Job Level: Global Grade 10 Working Pattern: Full Time Working Location: Aiken, SC.

Why join Rolls-Royce?At Rolls-Royce, we take pride in being a business that has played a pivotal role in shaping the modern world and remain dedicated to driving progress forward; powering, safeguarding, and connecting people across the globe.Rolls-Royce has been recognized as the top employer in the Engineering & Manufacturing category on the prestigious Forbes Top Employers for Engineers list for 2025. This ranking highlights our commitment to innovation, employee development, and fostering a collaborative environment where engineers can thrive.

What you will be doing:

• Coordinate, prepare and perform diesel engine development, calibration and engineering support work in an engine dynamometer test cell and if necessary, in the field.
• Coordinate, prepare, and perform the testing of prototype engines, engine components and after treatment systems by working with test cell operators and other supporting departments to execute tests and development programs.
• Develop, analyze and evaluate unique engineering solutions with consideration of factors such as system effectiveness, reliability, configuration, emission regulations, customer requirements and cost.
• Conduct tests and use analytical tools such as DoE and modeling to optimize calibration parameters.
• Coordinate, prepare and carry out engine emissions certification processes including test cell preparation, test execution, data analysis and report generation according to regulatory and company standards.
• Document the preparation, execution and analysis of tasks performed according to highest engineering standards and remain technically current.
• Coordinate, prepare and carry out functional performance and component tests.
• Support the validation and release of calibrations into production.
• Develop technically reasonable and feasible alternatives with regards to time and money for challenges occurring during the progress of the project.
• Use and constantly optimize project management procedures including commonly known and individually created program management, tracking and forecasting tools.
• Provide field support for After Sales and Applications departments whenever complex issues require engineering support.
• Provide support for production and train production staff whenever complex issues require engineering support.
• Communicate and consult with Engineering and Design departments worldwide.
• Manage, track and communicate project status and assist in managing project budget and project forecast.
• Mentor less experienced engineers, allowing them to learn from your experiences.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Promote a compliance culture and live the latter and the spirit of the Rolls Royce Code of Conduct.
• Perform special projects as required.

Who we're looking for:At Rolls-Royce we put safety first, do the right thing, keep it simple and make a difference. These principles form the behaviors that guide us and are an essential component of our assessment process. They are the fundamental qualities that we seek for all roles.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and minimum of 5 years of experience calibrating and testing combustion engines or 9 years of experience calibrating and testing combustion engines.
• Ability to travel - domestic and international
• Must be available to work flexible hours including night shifts and weekends

Preferred Requirements:

• Master's degree or PhD in Mechanical or Electrical engineering
• Experience with ETAS INCA, AVL CAMEO and AVL PUMA
• Experience with AVL emissions measurement equipment
• Experience with emissions legislation (40CFR Part1065
• Extensive experience with diesel engine performance and emissions calibration
• Experience with MTU applications such as Power Generation, Marine, Oil and Gas, Mining and Ra
• Strong knowledge of engine control units and their operation
• Extensive experience with engine-specific instrumentation, data acquisition systems, signal processing and data management
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving abilities and the ability to balance the application of academic theory and engineering judgment
• Excellent organizational, planning and follow-up skills
• Strong interpersonal and team working skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong ability to adapt to new circumstances quickly

Our vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future. Our multi-year transformation program aims to turn Rolls-Royce into a high-performing, competitive, resilient and growing company. Join us, and it can be your future vision too.

Rolls-Royce is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristics.

At Rolls-Royce, we are committed to creating a workplace where all employees feel respected, supported, and empowered to do their best work. We foster a welcoming and innovative work environment that invests in you, giving you access to an incredible breadth and depth of opportunities where you can grow your career and make a difference

Job CategoryValidation and VerificationJob Posting Date06 May 2026; 00:05

Pay Range

$94,160 - $153,010 annual

Location

Aiken, SC

Benefits

Rolls-Royce provides a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that includes base pay and a discretionary bonus plan.

• Eligible employees may have the opportunity to enroll in other benefits, including health, dental, vision, disability, life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• a flexible spending account
• a health savings account
• a 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• certain paid holidays
• paid parental and family care leave
• tuition reimbursement
• and a long-term incentive plan

The options available to an employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as date of hire, employment type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.