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Ascential Technologies
Vehicle Calibration Engineer
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A Calibration Technician is responsible for the routine inspection, testing, maintenance and repair of instruments and manufacturing equipment. The purpose of the calibration technician role is to ensure the accuracy of the measurements taken using this equipment.
$94,719 / year median in Michigan
+3% projected growth
Job Description
The successful candidate will collaborate with other team members to bridge physical engine behaviors using simulation models and production calibration requirements. This position plays a critical role in establishing best practices for steady-state nominal, emissions, off-nominal, and transient calibration development while supporting virtual engineering initiatives that reduce development time and testing costs. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated engineer who enjoys technical problem-solving, process improvement, mentoring engineers, and driving innovation in powertrain calibration methodologies. Key Responsibilities Calibration Methodology Leadership Development and standardization of gasoline engine base calibration methodologies, including: Torque Model Spark Knock Control Combustion Systems Airflow Management Fuel Systems Boost Control Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Idle Control Startability Steady-State Emissions Off-Nominal Operation Transient Calibration Torque Model Spark Knock Control Combustion Systems Airflow Management Fuel Systems Boost Control Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Idle Control Startability Steady-State Emissions Off-Nominal Operation Transient Calibration Model-Based Development Develop and refine model-based and physics-based calibration approaches with clearly defined: Inputs Assumptions Limitations Acceptance criteria Guide the development and validation of virtual engine and powertrain models to reduce dependency on physical testing. Establish model correlation strategies that improve agreement between simulation environments and physical testing results. Inputs Assumptions Limitations Acceptance criteria Validation & Release Readiness Define calibration release-readiness criteria, engineering checklists, and documentation standards. Establish requirements for calibration freeze milestones, software releases, and program launch readiness. Create validation methodologies and test plans for: Engine Dyno Vehicle Testing HIL (Hardware-in-the-Loop) SIL (Software-in-the-Loop) MIL (Model-in-the-Loop) Virtual Development Environments Engine Dyno Vehicle Testing HIL (Hardware-in-the-Loop) SIL (Software-in-the-Loop) MIL (Model-in-the-Loop) Virtual Development Environments Data Analysis & Problem Solving Develop structured root-cause analysis processes and issue-resolution workflows. Analyze calibration and vehicle data to identify performance opportunities and corrective actions. Capture lessons learned and establish reusable engineering countermeasures across applications. Tools & Process Standardization Drive consistent use of engineering toolchains including: MATLAB Simulink