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Role: Advanced Emissions Calibration Engineer / Powertrain Calibration Engineer (W2 Position)

Location: Dearborn, MI (Hybrid)

Duration: 12+ Months

Experience: 5+ Years

JD:

Skills Required:

Chemical Engineering, Quality Control, Electrical Engineering, System Integration, Project Management, Mechanical Engineering

• Chemical Engineering – Ability to understand and communicate with team regarding exhaust gas chemical reactions
• Quality Control – Statistical methods for data analysis
• Electrical Engineering – Ability to understand electrical systems and needs for various engine control devices. Understanding of power distribution dn architecture, including 48v system concepts
• System Integration – Higer level understanding of vehicle control system and electrical systems and ability to consider balances and tradeoffs for system level attributes and balancing the needs to for the entire vehicle in the context of emissions control
• Project Management – Manage multiyear projects for vehicle system design and testing including managing parts procurement, test resource management and timing, and regular status reporting to management
• Mechanical Engineering - Understanding of how vehicle engine and powertrains function, from conventional ICE to various hybrid configurations.

Skills Preferred:

Performance Testing, Regulatory Affairs, Ford powertrain, Quality Control, Analytical Chemistry, Leadership, Data Modeling, Environmental Compliance, Project Planning, MATLAB modeling

• Performance Testing – Conduct vehicle level, engine only, and powertrain testing to investigate, develop, and demonstrate emissions compliance with varied aftertreatment systems
• Regulatory Affairs – Understanding of current emissions regulations, and familiarity with regulations, and ability to understand and adapt to emerging regulations
• Ford powertrain – Understanding of current Ford powertrain offerings and various hybrid configurations from MHT, to PowerSplit to full EREV. Ability to adapt control strategy and calibration to different operating conditions of each powertrain configuration.
• Quality Control –
• Analytical Chemistry – Understanding of chemical reactions in relation to aftertreatment echaust gas, NOx, HCs, CO, Sulfur, O2, etc.
• Leadership – Self-motivated, able to develop a project from concept phase through development through to report out and conclusion phase.
• Data Modeling – Experience with data analysis techniques and ability to model trends from large data sets. Use or create models to predict vehicle and emissions attribute performance during experiment definition phases
• Environmental Compliance – Understanding of current and proposed future emissions regulations
• Project Planning – Manage multiyear projects for vehicle system design and testing including managing parts procurement, test resource management and timing, and regular status reporting to management
• MATLAB modeling - Matlab or equivalent (Python etc) to process large data sets and predict performance of engine and aftertreatment components

Experience Required:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Experience: 5+ years of experience in powertrain calibration, with a specific focus on gasoline emissions and/or electrified propulsion systems (HEV/PHEV).
• Technical Tools: Proficiency with industry-standard calibration tools (e.g., ATI Vision, ETAS INCA, or Vector CANape) and CAN communication protocols.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Deep understanding of global emissions regulatory requirements and test procedures, specifically SULEV20, SULEV15, and SULEV10 standards.
• Hands-on Aptitude: Demonstrated mechanical and electrical (wiring) skills for prototype vehicle/bench setup and hardware-in-the-loop troubleshooting.
• Testing Proficiency: Experience with data acquisition (DAQ) systems and various testing environments, including engine/chassis dynamometers.
• Data Analysis: Experience in data engineering and statistical validation, with a proven track record of analyzing large-scale datasets to identify statistically significant trends

Experience Preferred:

• Advanced Degree: Master’s or PhD in Engineering with a focus on Thermal-Fluids, Controls, or Power Electronics.
• Exhaust Aftertreatment: Expertise design and validation of exhaust aftertreatment.
• Specialized Software: Experience with MATLAB/Simulink and advanced DOE optimization software (e.g., AVL ASCMO, Model-Based Calibration Toolbox).
• Hybrid Strategy: Specific experience in developing hybrid energy management strategies and engine start/stop emissions control.
• Leadership: Proven ability to lead cross-functional technical reviews and mentor junior calibration engineers.

Additional Information :

• System Development & Validation: Lead development testing across engine dynamometers, powertrain/hub dynamometers, and physical vehicles. Utilize virtual vehicle analytical simulations to front-load calibration development and demonstrate system capability.
• Attribute Trade-off Management: Conduct sensitivity studies to optimize the balance between emissions compliance, fuel economy, performance, and drivability. Establish preferred values for control variables using a data-driven approach.
• Sub-System Coordination: Synchronize the calibration of various sub-systems—including the engine, aftertreatment (TWC/GPF), transmission, and electric generator/motors—to ensure seamless integration and achievement of emissions targets.
• Experimental Design: Utilize Design of Experiments (DOE) methods to efficiently map complex multi-variable calibration spaces and define robust operating strategies.
• Prototype Commissioning: Lead the setup and commissioning of prototype systems in both dyno and vehicle environments. Perform system-level debugging and troubleshoot complex mechanical, electrical, and software issues.
• Technical Reporting: Document and present calibration progress, trade-off results, and regulatory compliance status to program leadership and cross-functional teams."