Active Feature Calibration Engineer - Dynamics
Stellantis · Chelsea, MI · Today
EngineeringFull-time
Responsibilities
- Development, validation, and regular fleet releases of advanced vehicle traction and controls systems calibrations
- AWD - AWD front/rear torque ratio control, slip control, and yaw control
- TCS - Traction control calibration
- ESC - Electronic stability control calibration
- LSD - Electronically limited-slip differential calibration
- eLocker - Electronically locking differential calibration
- Vertical Dynamics - Ride height, air springs, and active damper calibration
- Collect and analyze in-vehicle data to drive calibration maturity
- Operate and ride in vehicles at and past traction limits, at high lateral/longitudinal loads
- Operate and navigate software models within Simulink
- Continuous, cross-functional work with various feature teams to solve complex vehicle performance challenges
- Work with controls engineers to develop a strong understanding of the system and improve algorithms to meet program goals
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical/automotive engineering or related field
- Minimum of 5 years' automotive calibration and/or controls experience
- Highly organized self-starter
- Basic working understanding of vehicle dynamics (handling & comfort) and active chassis systems (AWD, TCS, ESC, etc.)
- Outstanding problem-solving and analytical skills
- Strong and effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to present data clearly & concisely to management
- Passion for vehicle performance and innovative technologies with an understanding of the relevant automotive trends
- Advanced and practiced Simulink knowledge and skills
- Previous experience as controls/SW developer or calibration engineer on AWD, TCS, and/or ESC systems
- Knowledge of Controller Area Network (CAN) systems
- Advanced understanding and experience with vehicle dynamics (handling & comfort) and active chassis systems
- Advanced driving experience and/or training
- Familiarity with Stellantis internal processes & standards