Hybrid Powertrain Calibration Engineer

Placements24; Richards Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Professional development opportunities

Access to advanced testing facilities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Automotive Powertrain Calibration Engineer for our Richards Bay operation. You will calibrate ECUs across gasoline, diesel, and hybrid powertrains to optimize performance, fuel economy, and emissions. The role combines lab work with field testing using ETAS, dSPACE and CANape.

You’ll collaborate with design teams, analyze data, and ensure regulatory compliance while staying ahead of powertrain advancements. Hybrid work format enables office and remote work flexibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Automotive Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 4 years in automotive powertrain development or calibration.
• Proven experience with engine calibration tools and techniques.
• Solid understanding of ICE principles, thermodynamics, and control systems.
• Familiarity with emissions regulations and testing procedures.
• Experience with data acquisition systems and analysis software.
• Proficiency in C/C++ is advantageous.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and teamwork skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate engine control units (ECUs) to optimize performance, fuel economy, and emissions.
• Develop calibration strategies for gasoline, diesel, and hybrid powertrains.
• Conduct on-road and dynamometer testing to validate calibration parameters.
• Use calibration tools (ETAS, dSPACE, CANape) for data acquisition and parameter adjustments.
• Analyze test results and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with engine design teams to provide feedback on powertrain integration.
• Ensure compliance with regional emissions regulations and standards.
• Document calibration procedures, test results, and final calibration reports.
• Troubleshoot and resolve powertrain performance issues.
• Stay current with advancements in powertrain tech and emissions rules.

Skills

Powertrain calibration

ECU calibration

C/C++ proficiency

Data analysis

Thermodynamics

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Laboratory and field testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Automotive Engineering

Tools

ETAS

dSPACE

CANape

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Automotive Powertrain Calibration Engineer for our Richards Bay operation. You will calibrate ECUs across gasoline, diesel, and hybrid powertrains to optimize performance, fuel economy, and emissions. The role combines lab work with field testing using ETAS, dSPACE and CANape.

You’ll collaborate with design teams, analyze data, and ensure regulatory compliance while staying ahead of powertrain advancements. Hybrid work format enables office and remote work flexibility.