What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engine Calibration Engineer position at Optimal Inc.?
Description:
OBD Thermal Calibration Engineer
- Developing and implementing best practice calibration solutions and performing diagnostic verification testing.
- The Engine OBD Calibration Engineer will manage all technical aspects of the OBD diagnostic calibrations to meet CARB regulations, identify system requirements during system hardware design to insure a robust diagnostic system, and use standard instrumentation toolsets for data acquisition, storage, and analysis.
- They will calibrate diagnostic thresholds to meet CARB regulations, develop and track calibration solutions that meet system functional objectives, identify system requirements during system hardware design to insure a robust diagnostic system.
- Utilizing a multi-functional tool chain, requiring familiarity with; Stellantis in-house developed calibration tools -- I-Box, DC Plot & HIL (Hardware-in-the-Loop) testers
- Industry standard calibration tools (ETAS INCA, MatLab, CANalyzer)
- Provide regular overview summaries and detailed reports on specific assignments, including timing projections.
- The candidate should expect to travel 4 - 8 weeks throughout the year for system validation/verification.
- On site position, not remote.
Requirements:
- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science or equivalent from an ABET accredited university
- 2 Years or more experience in Powertrain systems calibration development, OBD calibration on spark ignition engines
- Knowledge of internal combustion engines
- Working knowledge of calibration tools (INCA/ATI), emissions regulations, and powertrain technologies.
- Fundamental knowledge in MATLAB/Simulink
- Outstanding problem solving and analytical skills
- Good teamwork skills and ability to work independently
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presentations to upper management
- CTC anywhere from 3-5 days a week.
- Master of Science in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or Master of Science in Computer Science from an ABET accredited university
- 2 years of experience in engine development, powertrain systems development /engine calibration /control systems development / diagnostics within the automotive industry
- Hardware in the loop development /verification
- Calibration process knowledge using design of experiments and advanced optimization techniques
- Understanding of CARB diagnostic regulations
- Proficient in advanced simulation tools
- Proficient in MATLAB/Simulink
- Knowledge/Understanding of CAN Communication protocols
