Powertrain Calibration Engineer

Edelbrock Group

Posted 4 months ago

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

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