Project Engineer, Engine and Hybrid Powertrain OBD Development

Project Engineer

FEV is a global engineering consultancy providing services within the complete mobility space, including the passenger car and heavy‑duty commercial industry. We are looking for experienced engineers developing advanced powertrain systems that leverage both conventional combustion engines and electrification to address future performance, fuel economy, and emissions requirements. If you are interested in joining a team of experienced engineers, FEV is where you want to be.

Full‑time

• Support the design, implementation, and calibration of On‑Board Diagnostics (OBD) strategies in accordance with evolving system architectures, technology developments, and emissions regulatory requirements.
• Assist in evaluating OBD monitoring boundaries and diagnostic concepts to help ensure compliance with applicable regulatory standards and project requirements.
• Participate in OBD development activities, including requirements analysis, diagnostic algorithm development, calibration, validation, testing, and certification support.
• Utilize engineering tools and programming languages such as Python to develop analysis scripts, automate routine tasks, and support virtual modeling and calibration activities.
• Analyze and process large datasets using advanced data analysis techniques to identify trends, investigate issues, and support engineering decision‑making.
• Develop required BPU level failures for smart sensors and actuators using CAN based manipulation techniques.
• Support the planning and execution of engine, aftertreatment, and powertrain testing activities on dynamo meters and vehicle platforms for gasoline and diesel applications.
• Assist with the installation, commissioning, and operation of powertrain test setups, including conventional internal combustion engine and hybrid‑electric configurations.
• Analyze test results to assess system performance against project objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Document test findings and prepare technical reports and presentations for internal and customer reviews.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including systems, software, calibration, testing, and certification engineers to support the successful delivery of OBD development projects.

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical/automotive engineering, Master's preferred
• 1 to 5 years of experience in OBD calibration development and/or certification testing
• Strong fundamentals in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics and internal combustion engines
• Basic level regulatory understanding – CARB, EU‑OBD, EPA‑OBD, WWH‑OBD
• Moderate experience in calibration and implementation of OBD strategies meeting CARB regulation
• Understanding of fault handling and communication
• Experience in developing OBD design requirements for software development
• Know‑hows to leverage advanced toolchain (such as Python) capabilities to develop virtual models/ calibrations and process large sets of data
• Experience in OBD data preparation for certification
• Extensive experience in OBD testing for certification, data consolidation and presentation preparation
• Experience in logic diagram development and concept preparation
• Strong knowledge of CI and SI combustion processes
• Strong knowledge of diesel aftertreatment systems
• 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

• Knowledge of hybrid powertrain systems
• Exposure to US emission regulations and certification test procedures
• Understanding of US OBD regulations, SAE J1939, J1979 standards
• Exposure to base engine and aftertreatment system controls
• Hands‑on experience with engine hardware – engine assembly or rebuilding and troubleshooting
• US citizen or Permanent Residence a plus