Senior Calibration Engineer

Rolls-Royce•Aiken, SC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

At Rolls-Royce, we take pride in being a business that has played a pivotal role in shaping the modern world and remain dedicated to driving progress forward; powering, safeguarding, and connecting people across the globe. Rolls-Royce has been recognized as the top employer in the Engineering & Manufacturing category on the prestigious Forbes Top Employers for Engineers list for 2025. This ranking highlights our commitment to innovation, employee development, and fostering a collaborative environment where engineers can thrive. The Senior Calibration Engineer will coordinate, prepare and perform diesel engine development, calibration and engineering support work in an engine dynamometer test cell and if necessary, in the field. This role involves coordinating, preparing, and performing the testing of prototype engines, engine components and after treatment systems by working with test cell operators and other supporting departments to execute tests and development programs. The engineer will develop, analyze and evaluate unique engineering solutions with consideration of factors such as system effectiveness, reliability, configuration, emission regulations, customer requirements and cost. They will conduct tests and use analytical tools such as DoE and modeling to optimize calibration parameters. Additionally, the role includes coordinating, preparing and carrying out engine emissions certification processes, documenting work according to engineering standards, and supporting the validation and release of calibrations into production. The engineer will develop technically reasonable and feasible alternatives for project challenges, optimize project management procedures, provide field support for After Sales and Applications departments, and support production staff. Communication and consultation with global Engineering and Design departments, managing project status, budget, and forecast are also key responsibilities. This role also involves mentoring less experienced engineers, maintaining a safe work environment, promoting a compliance culture, and performing special projects as required.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and minimum of 5 years of experience calibrating and testing combustion engines or 9 years of experience calibrating and testing combustion engines.
Ability to travel - domestic and international
Must be available to work flexible hours including night shifts and weekends

Nice To Haves

Master's degree or PhD in Mechanical or Electrical engineering
Experience with ETAS INCA, AVL CAMEO and AVL PUMA
Experience with AVL emissions measurement equipment
Experience with emissions legislation (40CFR Part1065
Extensive experience with diesel engine performance and emissions calibration
Experience with MTU applications such as Power Generation, Marine, Oil and Gas, Mining and Ra
Strong knowledge of engine control units and their operation
Extensive experience with engine-specific instrumentation, data acquisition systems, signal processing and data management
Advanced analytical and problem-solving abilities and the ability to balance the application of academic theory and engineering judgment
Excellent organizational, planning and follow-up skills
Strong interpersonal and team working skills
Strong oral and written communication skills
Strong ability to adapt to new circumstances quickly

Responsibilities

Coordinate, prepare and perform diesel engine development, calibration and engineering support work in an engine dynamometer test cell and if necessary, in the field.
Coordinate, prepare, and perform the testing of prototype engines, engine components and after treatment systems by working with test cell operators and other supporting departments to execute tests and development programs.
Develop, analyze and evaluate unique engineering solutions with consideration of factors such as system effectiveness, reliability, configuration, emission regulations, customer requirements and cost.
Conduct tests and use analytical tools such as DoE and modeling to optimize calibration parameters.
Coordinate, prepare and carry out engine emissions certification processes including test cell preparation, test execution, data analysis and report generation according to regulatory and company standards.
Document the preparation, execution and analysis of tasks performed according to highest engineering standards and remain technically current.
Coordinate, prepare and carry out functional performance and component tests.
Support the validation and release of calibrations into production.
Develop technically reasonable and feasible alternatives with regards to time and money for challenges occurring during the progress of the project.
Use and constantly optimize project management procedures including commonly known and individually created program management, tracking and forecasting tools.
Provide field support for After Sales and Applications departments whenever complex issues require engineering support.
Provide support for production and train production staff whenever complex issues require engineering support.
Communicate and consult with Engineering and Design departments worldwide.
Manage, track and communicate project status and assist in managing project budget and project forecast.
Mentor less experienced engineers, allowing them to learn from your experiences.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Promote a compliance culture and live the latter and the spirit of the Rolls Royce Code of Conduct.
Perform special projects as required.

Benefits

base pay
discretionary bonus plan
health, dental, vision, disability, life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance
a flexible spending account
a health savings account
a 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off
certain paid holidays
paid parental and family care leave
tuition reimbursement
a long-term incentive plan