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General Motors

Calibration Specialist - Electrification Thermal Diagnostics and Device Control

Oshawa, Canada

Description

What you'll do:

  • Develop and optimize calibrations to meet performance and timing requirements utilizing Calibration Standard work where available.
  • Prepare calibration reviews to ensure high quality, robust calibrations are released and maintained for current and future programs.
  • Troubleshoot and perform root cause analysis on issues generated by test, field and customers. Leverage various tools, instrumentation to acquire the necessary data
  • Work with calibration and controls engineers to support new feature algorithm requirements development.
  • Participate in development trips and related test activities.

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

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  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering
  • 2+ years of experience in development, calibration, verification, or validation.
  • Experience with in-vehicle testing, including troubleshooting experience with electrical systems. Ability to complete minor automotive mechanical and wiring work.
  • Experience with data acquisition and analysis.
  • Independent worker requiring little direction and works well in a team environment. Willing to gain specific training from a variety of people / techniques.
  • Demonstrated adaptability and ability to deal with ambiguity and changes driven by program modifications/updates.
  • Strong time management skills, required to meet agreed upon customer deliverables while managing multiple projects
  • Able to contribute to technical projects and work effectively with Local and Global teams
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to travel on short notice.
  • Valid Driver's license for Ontario.

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Skills)

  • Master of Science degree in Engineering
  • Experience developing control system calibrations.
  • Experience with tools commonly used in calibration: INCA, Vehicle Spy, CRETA, MDA, and/or MATLAB/Simulink
  • Experience with ETAS/INCA, Intrepid/Vehicle Spy or similar DAQ tools
  • Demonstrated experience developing scripts using programming languages such as Visual Basic, C, C++ or Python
  • Experience with OBDII compliant diagnostics
  • Knowledge of the bevHEAT Thermal System
  • Knowledge of safety critical control systems

Additional Description

About GM

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Diversity Information

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement (U.S.)

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Accommodations (U.S. and Canada)

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Client-provided location(s): Oshawa, ON, Canada
Job ID: General_Motors-JR-202408635
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Stock Purchase Program
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Woman founded/led
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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