Calibration Engineer
Job Description
- Develop base engine performance and emissions calibrations, and on-board diagnostic calibrations (OBD), for development projects involving on- and off-road ICEs
- Calibrate engine electronic control system for performance, efficiency, emissions, diagnostics, and durability on engine test bed and in vehicle or equipment
- Guide in-vehicle and in-equipment calibration development internally, at external test facilities, and at customer locations
- Author or approve Design Verification Plan & Report (DVP&R) documents for internal and external calibration development projects
- Effectively lead teams conducting ICE tests in analyzing, reporting, and presenting data to senior management, internal technical teams, and customers
- Provide mentorship and training of employees within the group in a test environment, providing guidance on operating engine and test cell equipment in real-time during calibration development and testing
- Adhere to all safety procedures including the use of personal protective equipment and navigating the plant with alert behavior
- All other duties as assigned by management
- Bachelor Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or a related field
- Demonstrated subject matter expertise and/or aptitude of the mechanical and electrical aspects of internal combustion engines including automotive calibration development, compression ignition, stoichiometric SI, and lean-burn combustion phenomena, calibration development fundamentals and processes, electronic control systems and DC electrical systems and control methodology
- Experience with OBD systems, software, methodologies, monitors, and calibration processes as well as the OBD development life-cycle, milestones, and certification
- Willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 25%
- Hands-on experience with engine diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repair, preferred
Meet Your Recruiter
Erik Butzen
Technical Recruiter
Erik Butzen is a skilled and compassionate Senior Recruiter passionate about empowering individuals to advance in their careers. With two years of dedicated service at Sterling, Erik has already significantly impacted the organization's talent acquisition efforts.
Having honed his expertise over five years in the field of recruiting, Erik possesses a deep understanding of the industry's intricacies. His journey began with the desire to assist individuals in finding opportunities that would propel their professional growth forward.
As a Senior Recruiter, Erik takes great pride in his ability to help people make meaningful advancements in their careers. Whether it's guiding a candidate through the interview process, providing valuable insights into the job market, or matching the right talent with the perfect role, Erik is committed to positively impacting the lives of those he interacts with.
One of Erik's most valuable pieces of advice to both hiring managers and fellow recruiters is to ask a lot of questions. Understanding the needs and expectations of both candidates and employers is essential to finding the best fit for both parties.