Powertrain OBD Calibration Engineer

Ford Motor Company Dearborn , MI 48120

Posted 3 weeks ago

Powertrain OBD Calibration Engineer

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In this position...

This is an exciting opportunity for a person with a diesel background and On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) and calibration experience, to work on some of the best diesel engines in the industry.

You will get to drive the vehicles.

What you'll do...

This Diesel Diagnostic Powertrain Calibration position involves evaluating and assessing vehicle attributes, as well as conducting vehicle testing and development at remote locations.

Calibrate and sign-off OBD Monitor Features for future MY Diesel Programs

Evaluate and assess vehicle attributes (diagnostics, performance, emissions, NVH) on vehicles and in engine dynamometer test cells

Modify vehicle and powertrain control calibrations to improve performance, emissions, and diagnostics

Document progress and methods used to calibrate / validate diagnostic monitors within responsibility

You'll have...

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (BSME, BSEE, BSAE, BSE Computer Science, BS Computer Engineering)

3+ years' experience of powertrain calibration with vehicle and/or dyno testing

Strong problem-solving skills to drive resolution to sophisticated issues

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Excellent data analysis capabilities, including statistical knowledge

Team player who excels in a collaborative and cross-functional environment

Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple tasks

Valid Driver's license required

Even better, you may have...

Master of Science in Engineering; Electrical, Mechanical, or similar

Proficient with Matlab and Calibration Tools including ETAS and/or ATI

Strong fundamental knowledge of engine and vehicle operation

Understanding of Emission Regulatory requirements, particularly OBD

Demonstrated ability to create or invent solutions to new or changing requirements

Ability to read and understand powertrain control strategies (C-code & model-based)

You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!

As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including: • Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage • Flexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care 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. For a detailed look at our benefits, click here:

https://fordcareers.co/GSRnon-HTHD

This position is a range of salary grades SG6-SG8.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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Powertrain OBD Calibration Engineer This is an exciting opportunity for a person with a diesel background and On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) and calibration experience, to work on some of the best diesel engines in the industry. You will get to drive the vehicles.

Responsibilities

What you'll do...

This Diesel Diagnostic Powertrain Calibration position involves evaluating and assessing vehicle attributes, as well as conducting vehicle testing and development at remote locations.

  • Calibrate and sign-off OBD Monitor Features for future MY Diesel Programs

  • Evaluate and assess vehicle attributes (diagnostics, performance, emissions, NVH) on vehicles and in engine dynamometer test cells

  • Modify vehicle and powertrain control calibrations to improve performance, emissions, and diagnostics

  • Document progress and methods used to calibrate / validate diagnostic monitors within responsibility

  • Interface with software algorithm suppliers (internal and external) to evaluate new OBD Monitors prior to sign-off

  • Use models and simulation to reduce testing and optimize powertrain calibrations

  • Position can require travel to remote development locations (Arizona/Canada/Denver/Florida) for vehicle testing - about 2 weeks per trip

Responsibilities

What you'll do...

This Diesel Diagnostic Powertrain Calibration position involves evaluating and assessing vehicle attributes, as well as conducting vehicle testing and development at remote locations.

  • Calibrate and sign-off OBD Monitor Features for future MY Diesel Programs

  • Evaluate and assess vehicle attributes (diagnostics, performance, emissions, NVH) on vehicles and in engine dynamometer test cells

  • Modify vehicle and powertrain control calibrations to improve performance, emissions, and diagnostics

  • Document progress and methods used to calibrate / validate diagnostic monitors within responsibility

  • Interface with software algorithm suppliers (internal and external) to evaluate new OBD Monitors prior to sign-off

  • Use models and simulation to reduce testing and optimize powertrain calibrations

  • Position can require travel to remote development locations (Arizona/Canada/Denver/Florida) for vehicle testing - about 2 weeks per trip

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