Project Engineer, Engine and Hybrid Powertrain Development
On-siteAuburn Hills, Michigan, United States
Job Summary
Support the installation and commissioning of new powertrain test setups, including conventional combustion engine and hybrid configurations. Coordinate and execute testing of engines, aftertreatment systems, and powertrain systems on dynamometers or in application. Analyze measured parameters and system performance relative to project targets, while supporting the calibration and validation of electronic control unit parameters. Manage customer hardware and project component inventory and logistics. Summarize findings and prepare presentations and reports for internal and customer review. This role may involve work onsite at customer facilities and vehicle test trips to support ongoing development programs. You will work with highly motivated individuals globally on a variety of powertrain systems and markets.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Automotive Engineering, Electrical/Electronics Engineering or related field
- 1 to 3 years of experience in engine, vehicle and/or powertrain testing
- Strong fundamentals in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics and internal combustion engines
- Strong knowledge of CI and SI combustion processes
- Strong knowledge of aftertreatment systems
- Professional communication skills (oral and written English)
- Must be a motivated team player to perform in fast paced development environment
- May involve work onsite at customer facilities, vehicle test trips to support ongoing development programs
Desired Qualifications
- Masters preferred
- Experience using commercially available calibration and development tools (i.e., ETAS INCA, ATI Vision, Vector CANape/CANalyzer, Matlab/Simulink)
- Exposure to engine and aftertreatment calibration concepts and calibration tools
- Exposure to base engine, aftertreatment and/or hybrid electronic control system strategies, knowledge on software logic implementation and control system functionality
- Knowledge of control strategies employed on Bosch and/or GPEC controllers
- Knowledge of hybrid powertrain systems
- Exposure to US emission regulations and certification test procedures
- Exposure to US OBD regulations and monitoring approaches
- Hands-on experience with engine hardware – engine assembly or rebuilding
- US citizen or Permanent Residence a plus
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