ZF Group · 21 hours ago
Vehicle Development Engineer I
Livonia, MI, US, 48150
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry LevelZF Group is a global leader in driveline and chassis technology, and they are seeking a Vehicle Development Engineer I to join their Vehicle Development team in Livonia, MI. The role involves vehicle calibration and development using advanced brake control technologies to enhance vehicle dynamics and safety.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleManufacturing
Responsibilities
Vehicle calibration of Antilock Braking (ABS), Traction Control (TCS), Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and other systems to provide stable vehicle dynamics to balance stopping distance, acceleration, lateral displacement, brake squeal, road roughness, pedal feel, thermal, etc
Interface with vehicle architecture, not limited to, steering angle, wheel speeds, inertial sensor (IMU), powertrain
Utilize vehicle CAN bus communications
Work with customer OEMs to meet subjective and objective requirements
Resolve engineering issues associated with ECU and vehicle interfaces
Maintain documentation and generate reports as required
Contribute to internal vehicle development team meetings to coordinate timing for deliveries and develop issue resolution
Participate in checkout and sign-off for deliverables
Capture and review performance data for optimal vehicle calibration changes
Schedule and conduct vehicle testing at customer or ZF facilities
Process data through Hardware in the Loop (HIL) and/or Software in the Loop (SIL) environments
Qualification
Required
Minimum of Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
Must possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Proficient in MS Excel, Word, Powerpoint
Valid Vehicle Driver's license required
Ability to travel for winter vehicle testing, or other as required
Preferred
Knowledge of programming languages a plus
Vehicle dynamics license/certification preferred
Benefits
Annual Incentive Plan
Paid Vacation
Personal Time
401k Plan
Health Care Benefits
Paid Holidays (13 fixed holidays)
A Hybrid Work Schedule (2 days remote/3 days onsite)
Tuition reimbursement for educational advancement
Company
ZF Group
ZF Group is a technology company supplying systems for passenger cars, commercial vehicles, and industrial technology enabling mobility. It is a sub-organization of ZF Commercial Vehicle Control Systems India.
Founded in 1915
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
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$1.5B2025-09-25Debt Financing· $1.5B
Leadership Team
Nicolas Bardot
Senior Vice President Integrated Supply Chain CVCS Division
Jd Marhevko
Vice President of Quality, ZF Division U. Electronics & ADAS
Recent News
2026-01-07
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