Combustion Calibration Engineer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

The successful candidate will collaborate with other team members to bridge physical engine behaviors using simulation models and production calibration requirements. This position plays a critical role in establishing best practices for steady-state nominal, emissions, off-nominal, and transient calibration development while supporting virtual engineering initiatives that reduce development time and testing costs.

This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated engineer who enjoys technical problem-solving, process improvement, mentoring engineers, and driving innovation in powertrain calibration methodologies.

• Development and standardization of gasoline engine base calibration methodologies, including:
  • Torque Model
  • Spark
  • Knock Control
  • Combustion Systems
  • Airflow Management
  • Fuel Systems
  • Boost Control
  • Variable Valve Timing (VVT)
  • Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR)
  • Idle Control
  • Startability
  • Steady-State Emissions
  • Off-Nominal Operation
  • Transient Calibration

• Develop and refine model-based and physics-based calibration approaches with clearly defined:
  • Inputs
  • Assumptions
  • Limitations
  • Acceptance criteria
• Guide the development and validation of virtual engine and powertrain models to reduce dependency on physical testing.
• Establish model correlation strategies that improve agreement between simulation environments and physical testing results.

• Define calibration release-readiness criteria, engineering checklists, and documentation standards.
• Establish requirements for calibration freeze milestones, software releases, and program launch readiness.
• Create validation methodologies and test plans for:
  • Engine Dyno
  • Vehicle Testing
  • HIL (Hardware-in-the-Loop)
  • SIL (Software-in-the-Loop)
  • MIL (Model-in-the-Loop)
  • Virtual Development Environments

• Develop structured root-cause analysis processes and issue-resolution workflows.
• Analyze calibration and vehicle data to identify performance opportunities and corrective actions.
• Capture lessons learned and establish reusable engineering countermeasures across applications.

• Drive consistent use of engineering toolchains including:
  • MATLAB
  • Simulink
  • ETAS INCA
  • ETAS MDA
  • dSPACE AutomationDesk
  • dSPACE ControlDesk
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on calibration efficiency and quality.

• Mentor calibration engineers and support technical development across the organization.
• Collaborate with controls, software, systems, simulation, validation, and program teams.
• Promote best practices in calibration development, documentation, validation, and release processes.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in one or more of the following areas:
  • Gasoline Vehicle Calibration
  • Powertrain Controls
  • Engine System Development
  • Calibration Methodology Development
  • Model-Based or Physics-Based Development
• Prior hands-on dynamometer calibration experience with:
  • Boosted Gasoline Engines
• Understanding of internal combustion engine systems, including:
  • Combustion
  • Valvetrain Systems
  • Fuel Systems
  • Boost Systems
  • EGR Systems
  • Emissions Controls
  • Aftertreatment Systems
  • Thermal Protection Strategies
  • Transient Engine Behavior
• Experience developing and validating:
  • Torque Models
  • Spark Calibrations
  • Knock Control Calibrations
  • Combustion Calibrations
  • Airflow Models
  • Fuel Calibrations
  • Boost Controls
  • VVT Strategies
  • Emissions Calibrations
  • Off-Nominal Calibrations
  • Transient Calibrations
• Experience collecting and interpreting data from:
  • Engine Dynos
  • Vehicle Testing
  • HIL/SIL/MIL Environments
  • Virtual Development Platforms
• Proficiency with:
  • ETAS INCA
  • ETAS MDA
  • MATLAB
  • Simulink
  • dSPACE AutomationDesk
  • dSPACE ControlDesk
  • Data Analytics and Visualization Tools
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and cross-functional leadership skills.

• Work on cutting-edge gasoline engine and advanced combustion technologies.
• Influence calibration methodologies used across multiple vehicle programs.
• Collaborate with highly experienced powertrain, controls, simulation, and validation engineers.
• Drive innovation in model-based calibration and virtual engineering development.
• Opportunity to shape engineering standards, best practices, and future calibration strategies.