Vehicle Calibration Engineer

MatchPoint; Mount Vernon (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

MatchPoint is seeking a Vehicle Calibration Engineer - Software Integration in Mount Vernon, WA, for contract to full-time engagement. The role focuses on calibration, verification, and release of vehicle control software, with in-vehicle testing to optimize performance.

The engineer will develop test plans, translate requirements into calibration data, and collaborate with control, software, and validation teams to ensure on-time releases and high-quality calibration standards.

Qualifications

• BS in engineering or related field.
• Experience with calibration, verification, release of software.
• Ability to communicate technical findings clearly.

Responsibilities

• Actively participates in calibration, verification, release, and implementation of software.
• Integrates and optimizes vehicle performance via in-vehicle testing of control system software.
• Develops and executes test plans for requirements verification and reports defects.
• Provides technical feedback on product changes and supports running change software releases.
• Collaborates with Control, Software, and Validation teams for testing and defect resolution.

Skills

Calibration

Test execution

Technical communication

Independent work

Team collaboration

Travel readiness

Education

BS in engineering

MS/MEng preferred

Tools

ATI Vision

Vector CANape

Python/C++/MATLAB

Job description

Job Title: Vehicle Calibration Engineer - Software Integration

Location: Mount Vernon, Washington

Employment Type: Contract/ FTE

Role Overview/Job Responsibilities:

• Actively participates in the calibration, verification, release, and implementation of software
• Uses engineering principles and experience to integrate, calibrate, and optimize vehicle performance functionality via in-vehicle testing of vehicle control system software
• Develops and executes test plans for requirements verification and reports any discovered defects
• Provides technical feedback on proposed product changes
• Provides support to the running business group in the calibration, verification, and release of running change software releases
• Provides relevant input to the development, communication, and management of vehicle calibration plans, including timing, quality, and budget
• Translates customer requirements into software calibration data and configurations for the organization
• Collaborates with and provides support to the Control, Software, and Validation Teams with testing, root cause analysis, and defect resolution
• Contributes to on-time software releases and maintains calibration quality standards
• Stays current on software functionality and product requirements for their assigned functions
• Identifies opportunities or provides input for new initiatives to improve calibration and testing methods for higher efficiency and effectiveness
• Maintains a positive working relationships with other groups

Required Qualifications:

• BS in appropriate technical field
• Current Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or ability and desire to obtain
• Knowledge of vehicle and powertrain management systems and performance
• Knowledge of automotive communication protocols: J1939, UDS, XCP, Ethernet, CAN-bus, LIN-bus
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team
• Ability to effectively communicate technical findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Self-directed, excellent analysis and engineering judgment required
• Organized and disciplined with ability to manage personal workload and a willingness and initiative to respond to shifting time and project demands
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs & enter/exit truck cabins repeatedly
• Ability to travel up to 10%

Desired Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience with vehicle development, integration, or testing
• MS/MEng in technical field
• Experience with vehicle data acquisition systems and test equipment (e.g. ATI Vision, Vector CANape).
• Knowledge of diesel and electric powertrains on Class 5-8 vehicle applications
• Proficiency in using a programming or scripting language (e.g. Python, C++, or MATLAB) for developing testing and data analysis scripts
• Experience using software emulation tools to conduct testing
• Familiary with Functional Safety (ISO 26262) and /or SOTIF (ISO 21448)
• ISTQB Foundation Level Knowledge or Certification.