Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation

Powertrain Engine Calibration Engineer – OBD, Emissions

Location: Chelsea, MI

Description:

Powertrain Calibration Engineer has the opportunity to develop diagnostic calibrations that meet all regulatory, safety, quality, drivability metrics, optimal emissions and fuel economy and service requirements. They have the responsibility to assure that appropriate testing is defined, planned, and completed to fully validate all diagnostic features. They also serve as the leader for leading cross-functional teams to determine root cause and solutions for development, fast feedback, and customer vehicle diagnostic issues. They will work with a variety of conventional and electrified transmissions that require a diverse set of technical skills to effectively lead their assigned programs. They will guide instrumentation of electrical and physical systems, utilize and review data from acquisition software (INCA) to ensure that desired diagnostic behavior is achieved. The engineer will gather functional requirements as well as required milestones to plan and execute development to achieve on-time successful product launches. The candidate should expect to travel 2-4 weeks throughout the year for system validation/verification.

Requirements:

• • Bachelor's in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
  • Desire to work both in and out of test vehicles
  • Proficient using INCA, Matlab and Simulink/Stateflow
  • Understanding of the goals of On-Board Diagnostics
  • Functional understanding of transmission design and operation
  • Basic proficiency with the major purpose & components in an electrified propulsion system
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills and business acumen
  • Self-motivated/proactive with strong leadership and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to operate both independently and as part of a team
  • Basic computer proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and database applications

Preferred:

• • Master's in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
  • 3+ years' experience in OBD calibration, propulsion system component calibration, OBD or propulsion controls within the electric, gasoline or diesel industry
  • INCA, Matlab, Simulink, Stateflow, Minitab, C++ and Visual Basic experience

Additional Must Haves:

• • Experience with vehicle/control system calibration
  • Functional understanding of PID Control Systems
  • Functional understanding of Gas Engine operation
  • Functional Understanding of Gas Engine exhaust aftertreatment
  • Years experience: Prefer 3+, but willing to work with new graduates if they have some college/internship experience
  • Location: Chelsea Proving Grounds (CPG) – Onsite 100%
  • Driving a Stellantis vehicle is required: Will be required to be drive STLA M-plates & This project is for Hellcat, so any applicants must be experienced drivers & high-performance driving/training is a huge plus.
  • Travel: Yes, up to 20%. All within USA (Colorado, Arizona, California)

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About us:

Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Disclaimer:

Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

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