Powertrain Calibration / System Performance Engineer

Job title:

Powertrain Calibration / System Performance Engineer

Company

Jonathan Lee Recruitment

Job description

Powertrain Calibration / System Performance Engineer – Coventry – £38,000 to £54,000 plus excellent benefitsJonathan Lee Recruitment is helping one of the world’s leading technology companies for development, simulation and testing in the automotive industry recruit a Powertrain Calibration / System Performance Engineer, and the role comes with a highly competitive salary and excellent benefits.The roles will typically cover a variety of functions and disciplines, including ICE calibration, powertrain system performance development, data analysis, issue investigation & resolution, system modelling and simulation. Work in new powertrain sectors (battery, fuel cell, etc) is also a possibility.Some industry or academic experience is preferred, but training will be offered & given to candidates as required.In your first few weeks in this Powertrain Calibration / System Performance Engineer role, you can expect to:

• Develop and manage powertrain calibrations using client toolsets & processes
• Define, generate & manage engine test plans
• Plan, execute and analyse engine & system simulation activities
• Completed system performance assessments, including trade-offs and data analysis
• Review data and root cause analysis (RCA) to identify powertrain system issues & develop solutions for resolution
• Conduct system modelling, calibration simulation, using toolsets such a Matlab SIMULINK
• Functioning within a professional team, generate & present reports (verbal & written) including recommendations and proposals
• Work with other internal and external teams to deliver project objectives
• Promote best practice and robust technical solutions using toolsets as appropriate

To apply for this Calibration Engineer role, your soft skills, expertise and experience should include:

• 2:1 or above Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in a relevant topic
• Excellent understanding of diesel internal combustion engine operation and performance
• Knowledge of ancillary systems (air path, exhaust aftertreatment technologies, control, etc)
• Understanding of vehicle architecture & control systems
• Experience or knowledge of vehicle emissions requirements
• Good knowledge of simulation systems, particularly Matlab SIMULINK
• Working knowledge of calibration toolsets & engine calibration, including trade-offs for emissions and performance
• Excellent analytical skills, able to interpret data and results and present results in a clear & understandable format
• Strong team player, with good communication & English language skills
• A self-starter, ‘can-do’ approach, able to work with other team members at all levels to reach ‘win-win’ agreements
• A strong willingness to learn and develop

Highly Desirable Attributes

• PhD in relevant subject
• Knowledge of the off highway (NRMM) or heavy duty on road sector, including emissions legislation (Stage V, Tier 4 final, etc)
• Experience of using calibration and data analysis tools (e.g.: AVL CONCERTO, Vector CANape, AVL CAMEO, DIAdem, etc)
• An understanding in the techniques, process, toolsets & methodology for Virtual Calibration
• Expert NRMM ICE experience (calibration, analysis & simulation)
• Good knowledge of NRMM machines and associated systems
• An interest in non-ICE based power technologies (Fuel Cells, battery systems, etc)
• Controls & calibration development using SiL & MiL techniques
• Familiarisation with 1-D simulation tools (Eg: GT-Power)

You’ll receive an excellent salary of up to £54,000 p/a and benefits package for your knowledge, expertise and flexibility.Benefits Include:

• EV Lease Scheme (Salary Sacrifice)
• Flexi-time (applies to most roles)
• Private Medical Insurance and Health Cash Plan
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• 25 days holiday per year (increases by 1 day annually up to the max. of 28 days)
• Special occasion leave (eligibility after probation, subject to conditions)
• Pension scheme
• Life Assurance and Income Protection Insurance
• One paid professional membership annually

If an offer of employment is made, applicants are required to undergo a DBS check. Offers of employment are subject to a satisfactory DBS check and the company reserves the right to withdraw its offer in the event that the applicant has unspent criminal convictions.To apply for this inclusive and collaborative full-time Powertrain Calibration / System Performance Engineer job in Coventry, please contact Jonathan Lee Recruitment today. We’d love to help you get your next role and enable you to fulfil your professional ambitions.Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.6301324 – James Tilley

Expected salary

£54000 per year

Location

Coventry

Job date

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 05:07:08 GMT

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