ICE/xEV Powertrain Dyno Engineer
Ford Motor Company · Dearborn, MI · 1 wk ago
HybridInformation TechnologyFull-time
Responsibilities
- Perform engine/powertrain dyno data collection and analysis to generate calibrations for traditional internal combustion and electrified systems.
- Develop dynamometer-based powertrain feature calibrations in support of program releases, including hybrid-electric vehicle (HEV/PHEV) energy management and torque arbitration.
- Perform basic troubleshooting of CAN/CAN FD communication issues and control module interactions between the test cell and the powertrain.
- Debug complex control logic and software integration issues to ensure dyno results accurately reflect real-world vehicle behavior.
- Proactively manage calibration tasks to deliver programs on time with quality.
- Effective communication with program commodity calibration teams regarding calibration maturity and hardware limitations.
Requirements
- Work with dyno test engineers on test cell/PT setup for proper data collection, ensuring high-voltage safety and hybrid system cooling requirements are met.
- Lead daily test cell activities with technicians and test engineers to complete program deliverables.
- Improve test cell operating efficiency using automation and scripted testing procedures.
- Create and develop efficient data and calibration processing tools for OBD, emissions and base engine features.
- Actively engage with subject matter experts and the larger calibration community to stay relevant with new and changing features/regulations.
Qualifications
- B.S. in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical)
- 3+ years experience in powertrain calibration engineering.
- In-depth background and knowledge of the powertrain calibration development process, dynamometer, controls, and test methods.
- Knowledge of hybrid powertrain architectures, control systems theory, and vehicle networking.
- Experienced with calibration and dyno development tools, i.e., ATI/ETAS, PUMA/CAMEO.
- Familiar with CAN bus analysis tools (e.g., Vector CANalyzer, CANoe, or Intrepid Vehicle Spy).
- Good analytical skills for data reduction and analysis.
- Experience with Excel/Matlab/Python for data analysis and basic programming.
- Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.
Benefits
- Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage.
- Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more.
- Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, 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.