Technical Specialist - Diagnostic

NCSL International; Livonia (MI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Job summary

Roush in Livonia, MI is seeking a Technical Specialist - Diagnostic Strategy to oversee OBD system implementation, calibration and validation for powertrain development programs. You will collaborate with regulatory teams to ensure compliance and mentor the calibration group on diagnostic strategies.

You will define work scopes, develop program plans, create test plans, analyze data and report results. The role requires a BS in mechanical engineering and 8+ years in OBD system implementation,

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or similar field.
• 8+ years of OBD system implementation experience.
• Experience with ETAS INCA or ATI Vision calibration tools.
• Knowledge of US OBD regulations.
• Strong communication and mentoring skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee OBD system definition and boundary assessment.
• Lead calibration, validation, and certification activities on-road, chassis, and engine dynos.
• Develop program plans, tasks, and milestones for diagnostic projects.
• Interface with customers and present technical results and next steps.
• Analyze test data and implement corrective actions to improve OBD robustness.

Skills

OBD systems

Calibration

Regulatory compliance

Team leadership

Communication

Diagnostic tooling

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ETAS INCA

ATI Vision

Job description

Roush

Title Technical Specialist - Diagnostic

Location Livonia, MI

Category Engineering & Design

Hiring Type Full Time

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.

Roush Power Systems manufactures and sells world-class power systems for the on-road and off-road market sectors focused on class 4-8 commercial vehicles, mobile off-road, and stationary off-road equipment.

The Technical Specialist in Diagnostic Strategy will oversee the on-board diagnostic (OBD) system implementation, calibration and validation for powertrain development programs. The role will work in close cooperation with the regulatory groups to ensure the OBD system implementation meets the required standards. The Technical Specialist in Diagnostic Strategy will directly support hands‑on calibration activities and will mentor the calibration group on diagnostic calibration and validation strategy. This position is in Livonia, MI.

As a Technical Specialist, you will:

• Interpret existing OBD and diagnostic communication regulations/standards for current development programs; monitor proposed regulatory changes and communication standard updates
• Lead OBD system definition and OBD boundary assessment
• Oversee implementation of diagnostic standardization requirements
• Oversee diagnostic system calibration, validation, and certification activities on‑road, chassis, and engine dynos; evaluate data for quality and OBD system robustness
• Define scope of work, develop program plans/timing, break work into packages, identify resources, estimate durations, and set milestones
• Develop test plans, track calibration progress, interface with customers, and present technical results and next steps
• Identify system requirements during system hardware design to ensure a robust diagnostic system
• Use standard instrumentation toolsets for data acquisition, storage, and analysis
• Calibrate and consult on diagnostic thresholds, report on calibration status, and lead the generation of OBD applications and supporting documentation.
• Develop functional requirements for diagnostic algorithm implementation into the powertrain control systems with emphasis on failure mode effects management and regulatory compliance for required diagnostics.
• Analyze test results, develop and execute actions to provide solutions for issues.

To be considered as a Technical Specialist, you will need:

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or similar field.
• Minimum 8 years of OBD system implementation experience.
• Vehicle and/or dynamometer‑based OBD diagnostic calibration development experience.
• Integrated Calibration and Application Tool (ETAS INCA) or Accurate Technologies, Inc. (ATI) Vision calibration tools experience.
• Experience interpreting software documentation and writing functional requirements for new software feature implementation.
• Good driving record.
• Knowledge and understanding of modern powertrain operation.
• In depth knowledge of US OBD regulations
• In depth knowledge of commonly used monitoring strategies to fulfill US OBD requirements
• Ability to assess the OBD boundary of an application based on hardware and controls documentation
• Extensive experience with OBD diagnostic calibration, validation, and documentation.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate in a team environment with both written and verbal communication.
• Ability to lead and mentor team members.

A successful candidate may also have:

• Ability to drive a manual transmission vehicle.
• Have or ability to obtain a chauffeurs and/or CDL B license

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

If you share our passion for providing innovative solutions to complex challenges, we want you on our team.

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 734-779-7087.

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