FEV is a global engineering consultancy providing services within the complete mobility space, including the passenger car and heavy-duty commercial industry. If you are interested in joining a team of experienced engineers developing advanced powertrain systems, that leverage both conventional combustion engines and electrification to address future performance, fuel economy and emissions requirements, FEV is where you want to be.

The Engine, Hybrid and Fuel Cell Powertrains group at FEV North America, Inc is seeking a Sr. Project Engineer with specialization in engine and hybrid powertrain development. This Sr. Project Engineer position is an opportunity for the right candidate to experience state-of-the-art powertrain technology and get involved in a wide range of development tasks that move application solutions from concept to production.

As a Sr. Project Engineer specializing in the development of both conventional and hybrid powertrains, you will be responsible for leading the calibration and validation of base engine controls, aftertreatment controls, hybrid controls or on-board diagnostic (OBD) systems. Additionally, you will be responsible for general engine and hybrid powertrain development work and testing as well as validation and certification activities performed on chassis and engine dynos as well as in-vehicle/machine in the application environment. Working with highly motivated individuals from across the globe on a variety of engines, vehicles and markets, the Sr. Project Engineer will be able to increase their scope of experience with technology used across the globe. This Sr. Project Engineer position requires a highly motivated individual with an eagerness to learn and make a positive contribution.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead the installation and commissioning of new powertrain test setups, including conventional combustion engine and hybrid configurations.

• Identification and implementation of necessary connections, measurement points and instrumentation to support testing efforts.

• Plan, coordinate and execute the testing of engines, aftertreatment systems, powertrain systems and OBD systems on engine/chassis dynamometer or in application.

• Analysis of measured parameters and system performance relative to project targets.

• Calibration and validation of electronic control unit parameters to satisfy program objectives.

• Summarize findings and prepare presentations/reports for internal and customer review.

• Manage customer hardware and project component inventory and logistics.

• May involve work onsite at customer facilities, vehicle test trips to support ongoing development programs.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Automotive Engineering, Electrical/Electronics Engineering or related field, Masters preferred

• 3+ years of experience in engine, vehicle and/or powertrain testing

• Strong fundamentals in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics and internal combustion engines

• Strong knowledge of SI and CI combustion processes

• Strong knowledge of aftertreatment systems

• Experience in calibration of base emissions control strategies to fulfill customer and regulatory requirements or experience in calibration and implementation of OBD strategies meeting CARB regulations

• Understanding of base engine, aftertreatment and/or hybrid electronic control system strategies, knowledge on software logic implementation and control system functionality

• Experience using commercially available calibration and development tools (i.e., ETAS INCA, ATI Vision, Vector CANape/CANalyzer, Matlab/Simulink)

• Professional communication skills (oral and written English)

• Must be a motivated team player to perform in fast paced development environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of hybrid powertrain systems

• Knowledge of control strategies employed on Bosch and/or GPEC controllers

• Strong understanding of US emission regulations and certification test procedures for Gas, Diesel and/or Hybrid systems

• Understanding of US OBD regulations and monitoring approaches

• Hands-on experience with engine hardware – engine assembly or rebuilding

• US citizen or Permanent Residence a plus

Physical Demands :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Must occasionally lift and/or move more than 5-10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Company Overview:

FEV is a globally leading engineering and digital mobility company. Together with our customers, we are shaping the future of the mobility sector for carbon-neutral and efficient, connected, and safe transportation. Through our in-depth expertise we provide customers and society with cutting-edge solutions for the highest value of mobility and the most advanced transport experience from A to B. Our expertise includes intelligent software and sustainable propulsion system development, as well as full vehicle engineering. Additionally, our range of services includes sophisticated systems engineering, cyber physical system development, software- and E/E-integration for software defined vehicles with highly automated and safe driving functionalities as well as vehicle integration. FEV's engineering capabilities span the entire mobility ecosystem including all on-road applications as well as rail, marine, aerospace, agriculture, construction, mining, and industrial applications. Additionally, we transfer our elaborate know-how and innovations to adjacent markets, such as the energy sector, to deliver best-in-class industry solutions.

The FEV Group currently employs 7,500 highly qualified specialists in customer-oriented development centers at more than 40 locations on five continents.

Headquartered in Auburn Hills, MI, FEV North America, Inc. employs more than 500 highly skilled specialists. For more about FEV please visit our website at www.fev.com

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