Sr. EV Powertrain Calibration Engineer

Dana Corp
United States, Ohio, Maumee
Oct 28, 2024
Dana is a global leader in the supply of highly engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies that improve the efficiency and performance of vehicles with both conventional and alternative-energy powertrains. Serving three primary markets - passenger vehicle, commercial truck, and off-highway equipment - Dana provides the world's original-equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket with local product and service support through a network of nearly 100 engineering, manufacturing, and distribution facilities. Job Purpose You will be calibrating different electrified powertrain systems for torque control, torque management, shift timing, shift quality, and acceleration management. Tasks will include but not limited to understanding internal and customer request/requirements for performance, driver comfortability, diagnostics, safety, and calibrate the specific system to meet these requirements. Design and conduct test cases for assessment of calibration in different environments such as Dyno, HIL, or in vehicle. Your workplace will be very dynamic and fast-paced. You can expect to learn everything about the architecture of electric vehicles and experience first-hand the integration and start-up of the systems. PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Participate in development and validation of electrified powertrain controls for commercial vehicle EV applications and different architectures. Provide Technical analysis in a project team environment. Create Test cases and work with other engineers to execute test case for performance of powertrain system in different environment such as Dyno, HIL, vehicle Support internal/customer request to analyze data from driving events for performance, issues, etc. Create calibration documentation for reference to customers and engineers. Travel to perform hot climate and cold climate development to meet customer requirements. Flexibility in work location required. Local activities will require working at Dana sites in Maumee, OH and Novi, MI. EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Control Systems or related field required 4+ years of experience of in powertrain (engine, transmission, or hybrid) Experience withcalibration of electrified powertrain systems preferred. Experience with Dyno setups and software. Knowledge of dSPACE Scelexio HIL systems. Experience with calibration development using modeling, simulation, analytical methods. Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build relationships with all functions and levels across the organization Willing to travel up to 15% within the U.S. and potentially internationally for development testing and customer work site visits. SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES Strong MATLAB and Simulink knowledge Strong knowledge of PID Calibration, Shift strategy, Torque management, diagnostics strategies. Familiarity with different CAN protocols such as J1939, CAN standard, UDS, etc. MATLAB data analysis and scripting Strong experience with calibration tools such as CANape, INCA, ControlDesk, ATI, etc. Hands on vehicle debugging and calibration experience Strong interpersonal skills to work with people at all levels within and outside Dana in a professional manner. Ability to multi-task effectively on projects and assignments We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Unsolicited Resumes from Third-Party Recruiters Please note that as per Dana policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters were engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that Dana will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.