Core-Engine Calibration
Listed on 2026-10-15
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Engineering
Mechanical Engineer, Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics
The Engine Pre-Development team is seeking a talented and highly motivated (Senior) Pre-Development/ Combustion Engineer to become part of a small fast-paced team to sort and bring new technology concepts to production. The team is part of a larger Powertrain Development organization. The (Senior) Pre-Development/ Combustion Engineer is mainly responsible for developing and testing new and existing combustion systems, collaborating with hardware and control teams, and presenting test results to management team.
This challenging position combines multiple engineering disciplines including combustion, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and controls. This position also requires frequent interactions with cross-functional teams including the dyno operation team and chief engineers. The successful candidate will need to make quick logical decisions to support hardware and calibration development activities. Other responsibilities include: solving complex combustion system problems as they relate to calibration development, participating in the development of standard hardware and calibration development processes, and presenting test summaries and detailed reports on specific assignments.
Core-Engine Calibration
Location:
Auburn Hills MI 48326
Experience:
Medium Level (3-5 years) Rate Range: $40/hour to $42/hour;
The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering with a minimum of 5 yrs work experience in engine dyno development and/or calibration at an OEM or supplier;
-or- - Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering with a minimum of 2 yrs. university research experience doing engine dyno development + 3 yrs. experience at an OEM or supplier doing engine dyno development;
-or- - PhD in Mechanical Engineering with a minimum of 4 yrs. university research experience doing engine dyno development + 3 yrs. experience at an OEM or supplier doing engine dyno development.
- Advanced understanding of gasoline engine efficiency, performance, and emissions interactions
- Reasonably quantify the impact of changing combustion related variables (compression ratio, EGR configuration, fuel octane, etc.) on engine performance, fuel consumption, and emissions without running physical testing and virtual analysis.
- Quickly verify the quality of dyno test and virtual analysis results and provide guidance to root cause potential
- problems with less experienced engineers
- Proficiency in engine dyno testing, data collection, and data processing
- Working knowledge of engine analysis and calibration tools, emissions regulations, engine technologies and competitive products
- Outstanding problem solving and analytical skills
- Good teamwork skills and ability to work independently
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- PhD in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university
- Ten years or more experience in gasoline combustion system development and/or gasoline calibration in major OEMs, suppliers, or a research lab is a plus.
- Thorough understanding of gasoline engines enabling technology options to improve fuel consumption, power/torque, or emissions and tradeoffs.
- Previous experience in bringing technology options from inception to production
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, an EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
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