Traction Control (TCS) Calibration Technical Specialist

GM•Milford, MI

9h•Hybrid

About The Position

The TCS Cal Technical Specialist is responsible for leading a team of TCS Calibration Engineers to produce high-quality, on-time deliverables for all vehicle programs using common methods, processes, and procedures. The selected candidate will also have a unique opportunity to develop future TCS performance features and control strategies, as well as retain ownership of selected vehicle calibration responsibilities within the team. Candidates should possess comprehensive experience with traction control performance & evaluation, vehicle dynamics, calibration experience in a complex technology area, along with demonstrated leadership, planning, communication, teamwork, and prioritization skills.

Requirements

BS in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or similar
Minimum 5 years of relevant engineering experience (vehicle dynamics, chassis/driveline performance, brake controls, calibration, etc.)
Thorough physics-based knowledge of vehicle dynamics and performance
Experience calibrating TCS on production programs
Thorough knowledge / understanding of TCS algorithms and control philosophies
Demonstrated ability to lead, coordinate and motivate the performance of a cross-functional team and achieve substantial influence without administrative authority
Exercises independent judgment with minimal input from leaders
Demonstrated ability to provide technical direction to other engineers and engineering support personnel
Very high level of analytical problem solving skills where problems are unusual and difficult
Demonstrated ability to develop and execute new processes
Creates and maintains an environment that enables all participants to contribute to full potential
Hands-on experience with vehicle dynamics performance, limit handling, and off-road performance
Strong experience with Matlab/Simulink and CarSim
Fluent with in-vehicle development tools (INCA, NeoVI, etc.)
GM Level 3 & OR1 driver

Nice To Haves

MS in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or similar
10+ years of relevant engineering experience (vehicle dynamics, chassis/driveline performance, brake controls, calibration, etc.)
Experience working in multiple functional areas within controls/calibration
Experience developing/executing GM standard calibration processes
GM Level 4 & OR2 driver

Responsibilities

Champion the safety of our employees and customers
Technical leader for TCS Calibration for all IBAC (GM in-house brake control) vehicle programs
Lead TCS calibration strategic direction and support associated algorithm development for the feature area
Develop common approaches and institutionalize them in Calibration Standard Work (Calibration Procedures, LADV, Deliverables, Master Calibration, etc.)
Improve the efficiency and quality of Standard Work by systematically driving present vehicle-based tasks into virtual, HiL and CoSim work packages
Mentor Calibration Engineers, providing technical training and establish good communication and knowledge-sharing
Support the resolution of TCS development issues
Serve as a technical leader in multiple forums
Support and approve software change requests related to TCS
Define major calibration variants on each program
Develop GVBR vehicle usage requests
Develop feature rollout plans
Support technical calibration peer reviews and leadership reviews
Support Calibration Engineers to ensure high-quality, on-time deliveries and flawless launches
Support resolution of vehicle, plant, service, and customer issues
Provide input to VTS, STS, SSTS, and CTS specifications as applicable
Ensure compliance with government regulations and GM policies
Document and integrate Lessons Learned from development and field issues into algorithms and Calibration Standard Work
Actively participate in ATW and Advanced Calibration projects related to TCS
Adhere to all safety precautions and requirements, treating safety as the top priority during all work activities