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Engine Calibration Specialist

AT General Motors
General Motors

Engine Calibration Specialist

Milford, MI

Description

Sponsorship: GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE. THIS INCLUDES DIRECT COMPANY SPONSORSHIP, ENTRY OF GM AS THE IMMIGRATION EMPLOYER OF RECORD ON A GOVERNMENT FORM, AND ANY WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIRING A WRITTEN SUBMISSION OR OTHER IMMIGRATION SUPPORT FROM THE COMPANY (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)

Hybrid: This means the successful candidate is expected to report to their primary location (Milford, MI) three times per week, at minimum, or other frequency dictated by the business.

The Role :

The Calibration Engineer is an Individual contributor with recognized expertise responsible for tasks and deliverables throughout the entire vehicle development lifecycle including requirements definition, calibration design and implementation, testing, and problem resolution.

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What You'll Do

  • Follow documented procedures to calibrate systems to meet product goals, and provide feedback for continuous improvement
  • Support requirements development with other activities
  • Support root cause analysis
  • Ability to efficiently capture and analyze empirical data.
  • Keep abreast of industry trends, technologies, and best practices
  • Identify and document calibration vulnerabilities; track corrective actions
  • The area of calibration responsibility could include:
    • Engine Position/Timing
    • Serial Data & Platform Interface
    • Electronic Throttle Control
    • Engine Torque Security
    • Fuel System Diagnostics
    • O2 Sensor/Catalyst Diagnostics
    • Engine Thermal Control

Additional Description

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related Engineering degree
  • 2+ years of technical and/or manufacturing engineering experience
  • Experience with data acquisition and analysis on complex problems
  • Some knowledge of powertrain systems
  • Understanding of engineering theory and principles of operation of mechanical/electrical mechanisms
  • Valid driver's license and ability to operate test vehicles
  • Must be willing to travel up to 25% of the time

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

  • Master of Science in Engineering
  • Experience with in-vehicle testing
  • Experience INCA/ETAS data acquisition
  • Automotive OEM experience

This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

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Client-provided location(s): Milford, MI 48381, USA
Job ID: General_Motors-JR-202510211
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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