Senior Diesel Engine Calibration Engineer

rollsroyce; Aiken (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Rolls-Royce in Aiken, SC is seeking a Senior Calibration Engineer to lead diesel engine development, calibration, and certification activities. You will work in an engine dynamometer test cell and in the field, coordinating tests across departments to ensure robust engine performance and regulatory compliance.

The role requires a strong background in mechanical or electrical engineering, extensive calibration experience, and the ability to travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and 5+ years calibrating/testing combustion engines (or 9+ years).
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.
• Able to work flexible hours including nights and weekends.
• Master's or PhD in Mechanical or Electrical engineering preferred.
• Experience with ETAS INCA, AVL CAMEO, AVL PUMA and emissions measurement equipment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, prepare and perform diesel engine development, calibration and engineering support in a dynamometer test cell and field as needed.
• Coordinate and perform testing of prototype engines, components and aftertreatment systems with test cell operators.
• Develop and evaluate engineering solutions considering reliability, configuration, emissions, customer requirements and cost.
• Conduct tests and use DoE and modelling to optimise calibration parameters.
• Manage engine emissions certification processes and document results to standards.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Master's or PhD preferred

Tools

ETAS INCA

AVL CAMEO

AVL PUMA

AVL emissions equipment

Job description

Rolls-Royce in Aiken, SC is seeking a Senior Calibration Engineer to lead diesel engine development, calibration, and certification activities. You will work in an engine dynamometer test cell and in the field, coordinating tests across departments to ensure robust engine performance and regulatory compliance.

The role requires a strong background in mechanical or electrical engineering, extensive calibration experience, and the ability to travel.