Project Engineer- Drivability, Calibration And Emission

Are you looking to work for a company that provides an innovative work environment, and your voice is heard? We have a need for a Calibration Drivability Emission Engineer to work in Auburn Hills. This role does require the person to be onsite. We are able to sponsor for this role.
Who we are:
For over 20 years LER has been working with customers across North America to meet their engineering resource challenges.
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What you will be doing:
You will be responsible for leading testing, validation and certification activities performed primarily in-vehicle or on chassis dyno, with support on engine dynamometer on an as needed basis.

• Lead the preparation of test articles to meet program needs including the setup and validation of instrumentation and data acquisition systems.
• Plan, coordinate and execute testing on chassis dynamometer or in application to support program objectives.
• Analyze and interpret test results to guide future testing requirements.
• Calibration and validation of electronic control unit parameters to satisfy program drivability and/or emissions objectives.
• Conduct projects with a high level of professionalism while meeting and/or exceeding our clients' technical and timing expectations within the predefined project budget limits.
• Summarize findings and prepare presentations/reports for internal and customer review.
• Manage customer hardware and project component inventory and logistics.
• May involve work onsite at customer facilities, vehicle test trips to support ongoing development programs.

What you will need to be successful

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Automotive Engineering, Electrical/Electronics Engineering or related field, Masters preferred
• 3+ years of experience in engine, vehicle and/or powertrain testing
• Vehicle drivability or emissions calibration experience
• An in-depth understanding of conventional and hybrid powertrain components and their functionality
• Experienced in powertrain/vehicle testing, calibration, data acquisition, analysis and reporting
• Experienced in engine and powertrain diagnostics
• Understanding of base engine, aftertreatment and/or hybrid electronic control system strategies, knowledge on software logic implementation and control system functionality
• Demonstrated ability to execute testing/calibration projects and provide feedback and technical reports to customers, peers and supervisors
• Demonstrated teamwork, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to travel in support of vehicle calibration development trips
• Experience using commercially available Calibration and development tools (i.e., ETAS INCA, ATI Vision, Vector CANape/CANalyzer, Matlab/Simulink)
• Professional communication skills (oral and written English)
• Must be a motivated team player to perform in fast paced development environment

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of control strategies employed on Bosch and/or GPEC controllers
• Programming skills (Excel/Visual Basic, MATLAB, etc.)
• Experience with Drivability evaluation tools (MATLAB based tools, AVL Drive etc.)
• Experience in performing limit handling of vehicles, different terrain driving, performance driving in test tracks, driving as convoy, etc.
• Hold a commercial driver's license
• Ability to work in extreme climate environments to support vehicle test trips
• Strong understanding of US emission regulations and certification test procedures for Gas, Diesel and/or Hybrid systems
• Understanding of US OBD regulations and monitoring approaches
• Hands-on experience with engine and vehicle hardware (engine assembly/rebuilding, vehicle maintenance, etc.)
• US citizen or Permanent Residence a plus

What you'll get:

• Healthcare (Medical/Dental/Vision)
• 401(k) Program w/ company match
• Life Insurance and Disability
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation Time

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