Vehicle Calibration Engineer Software Integration

Dorle Controls LLC; Mount Vernon (WA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Dorle Controls LLC is seeking a software calibration engineer to support calibration, verification, and release of vehicle control software. You will drive in-vehicle testing to optimize performance and contribute to test plans and defect reporting across multidisciplinary teams.

The role requires a BS in a technical field (MS preferred) and experience with calibration tools like ATI Vision and Vector CANape. Travel and collaboration across groups are expected.

Qualifications

• BS in a technical field required.
• MS/MEng preferred for advanced roles.
• Knowledge of vehicle control software calibration fundamentals.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Experience with automotive data and calibration tools.
• Experience with test planning and defect reporting.

Responsibilities

• Participates in calibration, verification, release, and implementation of software.
• Integrates and optimizes vehicle performance via in-vehicle testing.
• Develops and executes test plans for requirements verification.
• Provides technical feedback on product changes.
• Supports running change software releases in calibration.
• Contributes to calibration plans including timing, quality, and budget.
• Translates customer requirements into calibration data.
• Collaborates with Control, Software, and Validation teams for testing and defect resolution.
• Aims for on-time software releases and calibration quality.
• Keeps up-to-date with software functionality and product requirements.
• Identifies opportunities to improve calibration and testing methods.
• Maintains positive relationships with other groups and PACCAR divisions.

Skills

Software calibration

Vehicle testing

Python

C++

Team collaboration

Communication of results

Data analysis

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

MS/MEng in a technical field

Tools

ATI Vision

Vector CANape

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Summary of Job

• 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 and PACCAR divisions

**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