Engine Performance Calibration Engineer

We are hiring for one of our reputed MNC clients for a role - Engine Performance Calibration Engineer - Auburn Hills, MI, USA About Our Client Our client is a global technology leader with software solutions driving the future of clean, smart, autonomous, and connected mobility. With a workforce of over 10,000 specialists across the globe specializing in embedded software, AI, and digital solutions, the organization enables automotive leaders to accelerate the implementation of next-generation mobility technologies. Operating key development centers across Europe, the Americas, Japan, China, Thailand, and India, our client partners closely with leaders in mobility where the ecosystem is transforming. Overview We are seeking an Engine Performance Calibration Engineer to join the engineering team at our Auburn Hills, MI facility. The successful candidate will perform engine dynamometer calibration and development activities for gasoline engines, optimizing base engine calibration datasets to achieve key performance, fuel economy, emissions, drivability, and robustness targets. This role involves working closely with cross-functional controls, combustion, emissions, software, and validation teams to drive high-performance engine calibration solutions. Key Responsibilities Perform engine dynamometer calibration and development activities for gasoline engines. Develop, optimize, and validate base engine calibration datasets to achieve performance, fuel economy, emissions, drivability, and robustness targets. Calibrate airflow models, fuel flow models, torque models, calculated MAP models, catalyst and exhaust temperature models, and other combustion-related control algorithms. Develop and optimize spark timing surfaces, minimum spark surfaces, knock control strategies, off-nominal spark adjustments, and cam phasing surfaces. Calibrate maximum tip-in cam strategies, transient response models, and engine protection functions. Support engine-out emissions calibration and cold-start emissions strategies. Conduct combustion analysis, engine performance optimization, and emissions trade-off studies. Utilize dyno automation and test scheduling systems to maximize test cell utilization. Analyze large volumes of test data and implement calibration improvements. Ensure calibration dataset management, version control, documentation, traceability, and release compliance. Collaborate with controls, combustion, emissions, software, and validation teams. Present technical findings and calibration results to internal and customer teams. Knowledge and Experience Minimum 6-7+ years of experience in engine dynamometer calibration and engine performance development. Minimum 5+ years of gasoline engine calibration experience. Strong understanding of combustion fundamentals, engine controls, calibration methodologies, and emissions regulations. Hands-on experience with airflow and fuel flow modeling, spark and cam phasing calibration, knock calibration, calculated MAP and torque model development, catalyst and exhaust temperature modeling, cold-start emissions calibration, and drivability calibration. Experience with standard dyno equipment, emissions measurement systems, CAS, and engine test laboratory instrumentation. Technical Skills: Proficiency in ETAS INCA, MATLAB/Simulink, Microsoft Excel, and Base Engine Calibration Toolkits / internal calibration analysis tools. Strong knowledge of calibration dataset management, release processes, and change control practices. Experience working with large datasets and data-driven problem-solving techniques. Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills. Proactive and detailed analytical mindset. Equal Opportunity Statement We are committed to diversity and inclusivity in our hiring practices. #J-18808-Ljbffr Catalyst24