Vehicle Propulsion Systems Engineer

Vehicle Propulsion Systems Engineer - Calibration

Location: Dearborn, MI

Pay Rate: $42.30/hour

Work Type: Fully Onsite

Job Overview

The Vehicle Propulsion Systems Engineering (VPSE) - Calibration Team is seeking an experienced Vehicle Propulsion Systems Engineer (Calibration) to develop and deliver production-ready drivability, emissions, and OBD calibrations for internal combustion and hybrid powertrains.

This is a hands-on engineering role for experienced calibration engineers-not entry-level and not a management position. The ideal candidate can independently deliver calibrations that meet program, regulatory, quality, and performance requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and deliver production-ready engine and hybrid calibrations for:
  
  
  
  • Drivability
  • Emissions
  • On-Board Diagnostics (OBD)
  
  
  
  
• Perform in-vehicle and laboratory testing; collect, analyze, and interpret calibration data
• Conduct on-road and test-cell calibration work (not simulation-only)
• Troubleshoot issues and drive calibration solutions to closure
• Support testing at domestic proving grounds, including:
  
  
  
  • Dearborn, MI
  • Northern Michigan
  • Arizona
  • Colorado
  
  
  
  
• Document calibration results and present findings to engineering and program stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, safety, quality, and performance standards

Required Skills & Experience (Non-Negotiable)

• Direct, hands-on engine or hybrid calibration experience is REQUIRED
  
  
  
  • Calibration experience only (test-only engineers do not meet this requirement)
  
  
  
  
• 2+ years of hands-on calibration experience (5+ years preferred) in:
  
  
  
  • Drivability
  • Emissions
  • OBD
  
  
  
  
• Strong proficiency with calibration and data analysis tools, such as:
  
  
  
  • ETAS INCA
  • ATI Vision
  • MATLAB / Simulink
  
  
  
  
• Experience performing on-road and test-cell calibration work
• Strong data acquisition, analysis, and problem-solving skills
• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of engine or hybrid powertrain calibration experience
• Experience supporting multiple vehicle programs or propulsion architectures
• Strong technical documentation and presentation skills
• Familiarity with production launch and regulatory certification processes

Education

• Required: Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline

Additional Information

• Fully onsite role based in Dearborn, MI
• Hands-on engineering position with real vehicle and powertrain testing
• Competitive hourly pay supporting advanced propulsion technologies

Employee Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plans
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Commuter/Parking Accounts
• People Perks
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• AD & D Insurance

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