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Category: Engineer
Compensation: $0.00
Job Type: Contract to Perm
State: MI
City: Auburn Hills

Description:

Here is your chance to work at a globally leading engineering and digital mobility company as their Technical Specialist – Hybrid and Fuel Cell Powertrains in Auburn Hills, MI!!! 

*Contract to Direct Hire Opportunity*
Shift: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Hybrid Work Schedule: 1 to 2 days in the office, 3-4 days work from home

Job Summary: 
As a Technical Specialist specializing in diagnostic strategies for conventional, hybrid and fuel cell powertrains, you will be responsible for leading and mentoring project teams in the interpretation of OBD regulations, definition of OBD boundaries, creation OBD systems as well as supporting the calibration, validation and certification of diagnostic systems. Working with highly motivated individuals from across the globe on a variety of engines, vehicles and markets, the Technical Specialist will be able to grow their scope of experience with technology used across the globe. 

What you will be doing: 
  • Interpretation of existing OBD and diagnostic communication regulations/standards as they apply to current development programs
  • Stay on top of proposed OBD related regulatory changes and guidance with regards to current regulations
  • Stay on top of proposed updates to communication standards and implementation strategies
  • Lead the implementation of diagnostic standardization requirements (i.e. scan tool communication, tracking and reporting requirements)
  • Lead the review of diagnostic systems architecture and the creation of new architectures to comply with the applicable regulations and standards
  • Evaluation of OBD boundaries and interpretation of compliance of proposed OBD solutions
  • Lead the design and implementation of new OBD strategies to reflect updated system architectures and technology packages reflective of latest emissions regulatory standards
  • Lead the creation of OBD calibration guidelines
  • Support OBD calibration, validation, and certification activities
  • Support installation and commissioning of new powertrain test setups, including conventional combustion engines, fuel cells and hybrid configurations
  • Analysis of measured parameters and system performance relative to project targets and OBD robustness standards
  • Summarize findings, prepare reports for internal and customer review
What we need from you: 
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Automotive Engineering, Electrical/Electronics Engineering or related field
  • Expert level understanding of diagnostic regulations – CARB, EU-OBD, EPA-OBD, WWH-OBD
  • Expert level understanding of off-board scan tool communication and CAN communication standards – SAE J1939, SAE J1979, SAE J1979-2, SAE J1699, ISO14229
  • Extensive experience in calibration and implementation of OBD strategies and/or communication strategies to meet CARB regulations
  • Expert level understanding of fault handling and communication
  • Expert in developing OBD design and architecture requirements for software development
  • Experience in calibrating inhibit matrix, fault identifiers, class definition, MIL handling, fault handling
  • Experience in logic diagram development and concept preparation
  • Strong fundamentals in internal combustion engine operation
  • Strong fundamentals in exhaust aftertreatment systems
  • Strong knowledge in the field of automotive sensors and actuators
  • Full understanding of electronic control system strategies, know-how on how the logic implementation and control system functions
  • Full understanding of ECU strategy calibration principles
  • Skilled in handling calibration tools such as INCA, ATI-VISION, CALDESK, CANalyzer
  • Skilled in handling test environments such as MATLAB/SIMULINK
What will help you stand out: 
  • Candidates with Master's degree preferred
  • Experience in OBD testing for certification, data consolidation and presentation preparation
  • Experience in OBD certification submissions
  • Experience in calibration of base engine and/or aftertreatment system controls
  • Experience with non-road applications and their unique diagnostic considerations
  • Experience with hybrid and/or fuel cell powertrain systems and their unique diagnostic considerations
  • Hands-on experience with engine hardware – engine assembly or rebuilding
  • US citizen or Permanent Residence a plus
What will be provided to you: 
  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • PTO & Paid Holidays
  • 401K + 5% company match 
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