Cerritos, CA
The Powertrain Calibration Engineer will tune engine and drivetrain, software and hardware parameters to optimize performance and emissions.
Job Description: This position involves the utilization of software calibration tools to tune engine and transmission controllers for performance, emissions and OBD-II. The Powertrain Calibration Engineer will utilize engine and chassis dynamometers for emissions and performance upgrades.
Applications include:
- Emission legal performance upgrades : supercharger, turbocharger, and other spark ignition performance modifications
- Racing: Calibration support for tuning of supercharger, turbocharger, cylinder head, camshaft, and intake manifold systems for peak performance
Experience:
- Required: 5 or more years in automotive powertrain calibration experience.
- Automotive OEM or Aftermarket Powertrain calibration experience.
- Deep understanding of spark ignition internal combustion theory and applications.
- Understanding of modern OEM strategies for engines and transmissions.
- Understanding of emissions and OBD-II regulations for modern automobiles as they apply to calibration.
- Operation of chassis and engine dynamometers for performance and emissions
- Ability to communicate directly with emissions lab personnel to obtain proper certification testing results.
- Ability to work with common OEM or aftermarket software calibration toolsets.
Education: Required: Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, or other engineering and science degrees with comparable experience in spark ignition powertrains
Additional Requirements:
- Valid California Driver’s License and good driving record.
- Ability to drive vehicles for tuning purposes.
- Ability to travel for 1 or more weeks to support emissions testing and environmental testing of the vehicles.
- All potential employees are subject to drug screening and background check.
Benefits: Annual vacation, 401k, Paid Holidays
Salary Based upon experience, EOE