Vehicle Propulsion System Calibration Engineer

Ford • Dearborn, MI

8d • $85,400 - $192,900 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Advanced Propulsion System Calibration Engineer is responsible for developing state-of-the-art propulsion technologies to demonstrate key customer attributes like performance, drivability and fuel economy for conventional Internal Combustion Engines (ICE), range of hybrids and full electric propulsion systems (HEV, PHEV, EREV and BEV) and Fuel cell powered applications. This role leverages virtual simulations and physical prototype platforms for the development of controls strategies and its calibrations to balance core vehicle attributes. The ideal candidate combines high-level understanding of various hybrid architectures, knowledge of analytical development tools along with hands-on experience working with complex prototype propulsion systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related technical field. or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
• 5+ years of experience in powertrain calibration, with a specific focus on electrified propulsion systems (HEV/PHEV/EREV/BEV).
• 2+ years industry-standard calibration tools e.g., ATI Vision, ETAS INCA, Vector tools and CAN communication protocols.
• 2+ years experience working with prototype vehicles/test bench and troubleshooting.
• 2+ years working with data acquisition (DAQ) systems and various testing environments, including engine/chassis dynamometers.
• 1+ year of experience in data engineering and statistical validation, with a proven track record of analyzing large-scale datasets to identify statistically significant trends.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s Degree in engineering field
• Experience in Fuel cell propulsion systems
• Previous experience in Formula SAE or related experience
• Experience with MATLAB/Simulink and advanced analytical tools
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional technical reviews and mentor junior calibration engineers.

Responsibilities

• Lead calibration development activities across chassis/powertrain/hub dynamometers, and on-road vehicle development.
• Synchronize the calibration of various sub-systems—including the engine, electric generator/motors, HV battery and thermal systems to ensure seamless integration and achievement of attribute targets.
• Utilize virtual vehicle analytical platform to perform upfront calibration development and demonstrate system capability under various use cases.
• Utilize Design of Experiments (DOE) methods to efficiently map complex multi-variable calibration spaces and define robust operating strategies.
• Leverage virtual simulations and physical prototype platforms to perform DV testing against critical noise factors, ensuring system performance remains robust under diverse operating conditions.
• Conduct sensitivity studies to optimize the balance between fuel economy, performance, drivability and emissions.
• Establish preferred values for control strategy variables using data-driven approach.
• Perform system-level debugging and troubleshooting complex mechanical, electrical, and software issues to commission prototype vehicles.
• Document and present calibration progress, trade-off results, and regulatory compliance status to program leadership and cross-functional teams.

Benefits

• Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
• Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
• Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
• Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
• Tuition assistance
• Established and active employee resource groups
• Paid time off for individual and team community service
• A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level