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Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) · 1 week ago

Hybrid Powertrain Calibration Engineer

Superior, MI

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is seeking a Hybrid Powertrain Calibration Engineer for the Vehicle Energy Efficiency (VEE) Team. The role involves calibrating fuel economy functions, performing testing, and analyzing data to improve vehicle energy efficiency for hybrid and gas-engine vehicles.

Automotive

No H1B

Responsibilities

Calibrate fuel economy functions

Perform testing for fuel economy and coast down according to EPA test procedures

Establish and support targets for vehicle energy efficiency (MPG, MPGe, CO2, & AER) through testing and analysis of current and future vehicles

Benchmark key competitive vehicles and related propulsion system technologies

Analyze competitive data sets and assess future trends in passenger vehicle fuel economy and energy efficiency-related technologies

Collaborate with lab personnel, calibrators, and automation engineers to ensure test readiness, resolve issues, and maintain testing continuity

Design, execute, and improve fuel economy test plans and procedures

Simulate vehicle energy flows, losses, and road loads for detailed presentations

Collaborate with and support the global R&D headquarters team in South Korea

Support extended/weekend testing and travel up to 25% domestic and internationally

Qualification

Calibration experienceVehicle propulsion systemsEPA fuel economy standardsVehicle testing toolsMATLABKorean language skillsCommunication skillsTeamwork

Required

+ Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or related engineering field from an accredited university

+ 5+ years of experience with these responsibilities and capabilities

+ Calibration experience and detailed understanding of vehicle propulsion systems, including internal combustion engine, hybrid, and/or plug-in hybrid vehicles

+ Familiarity with EPA corporate average fuel economy, greenhouse gas emissions standards, and Monroney label calculations for passenger cars and light trucks

+ Proven understanding of conventional and hybrid energy flows, such as drive energy, energy losses (i.e., friction, aerodynamics, etc.), thermal loads, and energy conversion efficiency

+ Working-level knowledge of vehicle testing tools, such as ETAS INCA (or equivalent), and CAN bus monitoring applications, such as Vector CANalyzer (or equivalent)

+ Working-level knowledge of MATLAB for data analysis and graphing

+ Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with peers, management, and executive staff

+ Valid Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record

+ Able to work in a culturally diverse team environment

+ Able to work in harsh climate conditions (i.e., winter: -40F, summer: +120F, and altitude up to 14,000 feet)