Diesel Calibration Engineer

SUMMARY

This position will challenge you to a variety of disciplines focused on vehicle calibration and engine control systems. Your initiative and self-motivation will enable you to expand upon your prior experience and skill set. Being self-motivated, you will be empowered to develop yourself as a dynamic engineering asset for MAHLE Powertrain.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead, plan and deliver Engine Calibration Development and Testing.
• Conduct chassis/engine emission testing activities, including detailed analysis of test results.
• Optimize calibrations to achieve tailpipe emissions, FE and drivability targets.
• Prepare technical reports, papers and presentations.
• Work closely with customers, suppliers and internal teams.
• Ability to adapt, integrate and work well with others is essential.
• Maintain a specialist working knowledge of new technologies as appropriate to the role.
• Mentor junior engineers to assist in their technical career development.
• Observe all safety rules and regulations. Must act safely and be responsible for the safety of others around the work area.
• Maintain awareness of and meet the requirements of the Company Quality System.
• Employee duties are not limited to those stated above, but are inclusive of any tasks assigned by supervisor/manager.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in related field.
• Professional qualifications as appropriate.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in powertrain calibration development.
• Detailed knowledge of internal combustion engines and testing techniques.
• Experience with engine calibration and calibration tools.
• Experience with tailpipe emissions testing and optimizing engine calibrations to meet legislative standards.
• Knowledge of Engine Management Systems (EMS) principles including the use of calibration tools and processes.
• Understanding of current powertrain control system architectures.
• Experience working with OBD testing and calibration.
• Knowledge of legislative requirements for OBD, exhaust and evaporative emissions.
• Ability to work well under pressure and to strict time constraints, as part of a team or individually.
• Confidence to clearly communicate effectively at all levels.
• Self-motivated with the drive to complete tasks in a timely manner with appropriate attention to detail.
• Flexibility with working hours and willingness to travel to customer sites for both long and short durations (including secondments).
• Knowledge of script writing capabilities for data reduction and analysis.
• Working knowledge of Matlab/Simulink analysis and simulation packages.
• Experience working with Ford processes and facilities is preferable.