System Integration Engineer

Akkodis; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan

Paid leave

Medical benefits

Job summary

Akkodis in Auburn Hills, MI is seeking a Calibration System Integration Engineer for a 12-month onsite assignment. You will lead commissioning, integration and testing of calibration resources, including HIL, Dyno and full vehicle testing, and act as the primary contact for system-level validation.

BS in engineering and 2+ years calibration experience are required. Strong CAN knowledge, good written and verbal communication, and a disciplined test plan are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Electrical, Computer Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years calibration experience.
• Basic knowledge of vehicle CAN protocols and CAN database understanding.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High analytical ability and creativity.
• Ability to balance multiple issues effectively.
• Disciplined approach to test plans and verification.
• Strong knowledge of the Powertrain system.

Responsibilities

• System and cross-feature calibration and validation (drive modes, SOC, range estimation, EOL, HMI).
• First-run support for HIL, Dyno and vehicle properties.
• Lead validation of PCR package identifying HW/SW/calibration gaps before release.
• FE/Emissions support - dyno data review and vehicle triage.
• Lead/support calibration trips to meet program milestones.
• Data summaries from trips and fleet for calibration maturity.
• AVL Drive Testing scheduling and improvements.
• Support all issue resolution (GIMs, IMS, etc.).

Skills

Strong communication

Analytical thinking

Team player

Ability to manage multiple issues

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Electrical, Computer Engineering or related

Masters Degree in Engineering

Tools

Matlab

Simulink

INCA

MDA

PowerCal

CRETA

CANAlyzer

CANoe

Job description

Position: Calibration System Integration Engineer

Duration: 12 months

Location: Auburn Hills, MI / Onsite

Payrate Range: $38- $45/hour on W2; (The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.

Job Description:

• The Calibration System Integration Engineer is responsible for leading the commissioning, integration and testing of calibration development resources. Including Virtual/hardware-in-loop test setups, Physical system dynamometer resources, and full vehicle. The scope of responsibility spans the commissioning and execution of new system-level propulsion test resources, and test/validation support for system-level propulsion strategy and execution. The Calibration System Integration Engineer will be the primary point of contact for system-level design validation and testing across these test resources.
• They will support HIL/Dyno/Vehicle commissioning and first-run activities. They will work closely with Powertrain controls team to ensure features are working sufficiently and efficiently. They will provide training to all new calibration engineers and/or anyone else needing training on the operation of propulsion vehicles and controls. They will support environmental test trips and report activities for Sr. Management. They will work with the CoE teams to ensure best practices are followed. They will be the lead contact point for system issues in their functional area.
• This individual will have also demonstrated the ability to work well with others. They must be a team player, supporting and promoting team accomplishments versus personal achievement.

Job Responsibilities:

• System and Cross Feature Calibration and Validation - ex. Drive modes, System SOC Management, range estimation, EOL, HMI, etc.
• First run support for HIL, Dyno and vehicle properties
• Lead validation of PCR package identifying HW/SW/Calibration deficiencies prior to Hard release
• FE/Emissions support - dyno support, data review, issue/vehicle triage
• Lead/support development trips to meet program milestones
• Data Summary from trip, daily drives and fleet to support calibration maturity for calibration Quality Gates
• AVL Drive Testing – Scheduling, triage lead and implementation of improvements
• Support all issue resolution – GIMs, IMS, etc.

Position Requirements:

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Electrical, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related degree
• Minimum of 2 Years calibration experience
• Basic knowledge of vehicle CAN protocols, and understanding of CAN database
• Good oral and written communication skills with the ability to work independently and with others
• High level of analytic ability and creativity
• Ability to balance work effectively on multiple issues
• Action a disciplined test plan and verification process to ensure quality calibrations are released.
• Must have strong knowledge of the Powertrain system.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of control system development tools such as Matlab and Simulink
• Knowledge of Calibration tools INCA, MDA, PowerCal, CRETA, CANAlyzer and CANoe
• Advanced knowledge of CAN-messaging interactions, and CAN database structure
• Minimum of 2 Years calibration experience on an Electrification Application
• Experience in Powertrain Control solutions development (powertrain control algorithms, On-board Diagnostics/OBD, embedded software)
• Knowledge of fundamentals of eMachines and Power Electronics and electrification power flow
• Experience in engine/transmission design and development and/or Powertrain Systems Engineering
• Masters Degree in Engineering

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, an 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. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client.

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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