AVL ZalaZONE · 12 hours ago
Contractor - Sr. Project Engineer - OBD Calibration
Offsite in Michigan, MI, US
Full-time, Contract
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expAVL Mobility Technologies, Inc. is a leading engineering consultancy focused on providing mobility solutions for various vehicle technologies. They are seeking a motivated Senior Project Engineer to join their Calibration team, responsible for defining and executing OBD calibration and validation activities for a range of vehicle types.
Automotive
No H1B
Responsibilities
Defines, plans, and performs engine, powertrain, and vehicle OBD calibration and validation activities in accordance with project requirements
Performs hands-on OBD calibration and validation for gasoline, diesel, hybrid, and electric vehicle programs in compliance with applicable regulatory requirements (EPA, CARB, EU, etc.)
Calibrates and validates OBD monitors, as applicable
Plans and executes vehicle, chassis dynamometer, engine dynamometer, and road testing activities, including hot, cold, altitude, seasonal, and durability testing
Independently plans and executes development and validation trips and test campaigns
Analyzes measurement and calibration data, identifies root causes, and implements calibration or logic improvements
Supports OBD demonstrations, audits, self-certification testing, recalls, and field issue investigations
Ensures data quality and prepares technical documentation, calibration reports, and validation evidence
Coordinates technical activities, schedules, and issue resolution with internal teams, suppliers, and OEM customers
Reviews engineering work for compliance with engineering principles, company standards, and customer requirements
Supports, organizes, and participates in customer technical meetings
Performs other duties as required to ensure project success
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 5+ years postgraduate experience in a relevant position
Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent experience
Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in OBD calibration and validation
Demonstrated experience working directly on vehicles in a development or validation environment
Experience supporting OEM or Tier-1 customer programs
Strong understanding of diagnostics and regulatory requirements, including OBDII, HDOBD, EOBD or EMD
Calibration, development and production implementation experience with one or more of the following engine types: Gasoline and spark-ignited engines, Compression ignition (diesel) engines, Hybrid and electrified powertrain systems
Independent functionality in multiple diagnostics areas, including Base engine and powertrain diagnostics calibration, Catalyst and aftertreatment monitor calibration, Emissions threshold calibration and testing, Scan tool function validation, Fault path and inhibit matrix calibration, CCM calibration, OBDII self-certification testing, Durability fleet diagnostic data analysis and issue resolution, Postproduction OBD validation and documentation
Working experience with calibration and measurement tools such as ETAS INCA, ATI Vision, Vector CANape / CANalyzer
Experience with data analysis and post-processing tools including ETAS MDA, AVL CAMEO, AVL Concerto
Experience with MATLAB / Simulink
C/C++, Python, VBA, or similar scripting experience for data analysis and automation
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks across concurrent project
Strong documentation and technical communication skills
Willingness to work on-site at OEM or test facilities and travel as required
Valid driver's license
Benefits
Competitive compensation and benefits package
Company
AVL ZalaZONE
AVL is the world’s largest independent company for the development, simulation and testing technology of passenger cars, trucks, and large engine powertrains (hybrid, combustion engines, transmission, electric drive, batteries, and software).
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase