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Powertrain Engine OBD Calibration Engineer

Kelly Services

Chelsea, MIContractup to $33.65/hrTracked 3w agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
up to $33.65/hr
Location
Chelsea, MI
Schedule
Contract
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

Kelly Services is hiring a Powertrain Engine OBD Calibration Engineer. The Powertrain Engine OBD Calibration Engineer develops and implements best practice calibration solutions and performs diagnostic verification testing. This role manages technical aspects of OBD diagnostic calibrations to meet CARB regulations, identifies system requirements during hardware design, and uses instrumentation toolsets for data acquisition and analysis. The engineer also provides regular summaries and detailed reports on assignments.

Key focus areas include Manage all technical aspects of the OBD diagnostic calibrations to meet CARB regulations, Identify system requirements during system hardware design to insure a robust diagnostic system, and Use standard instrumentation toolsets for data acquisition, storage, and analysis.

Successful candidates bring Bachelor's Degree In Engineering Or Related Field, 0-3 Years Of Experience, and Currently In United States With Active Employment Authorization Documents. Important skills include OBD Diagnostic Calibrations, Diagnostic Verification Testing, System Hardware Design, Data Acquisition, Data Analysis, and Problem-Solving. Preferred (not required): INCA, ETAS Tools, Data Collection, and Reporting.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

OBD Diagnostic CalibrationsDiagnostic Verification TestingSystem Hardware DesignData AcquisitionData AnalysisProblem-SolvingMATLABSimulinkReading C Code/SoftwareINCAETAS ToolsData CollectionReportingPowertrainEngine SystemsDiagnosticsVehicle Testing

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Related Field0-3 Years of ExperienceCurrently in United States With Active Employment Authorization DocumentsInternship, Co-Op, Academic Project, or Hands-on Experience Involving Data Collection, Analysis, and Reporting

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Powertrain Engine OBD Calibration Engineer

  • Location: (ONSITE) - Chelsea, Michigan (48118) – Travel once or twice per year to Hot and High Altitude areas

  • Duration: 12+ month contract (Contract extension possibilities)

  • Type: W2 contract ( C2C OR THIRD PARTY arrangements will NOT be considered for this role)

  • Pay: Negotiable depending on direct-related experience UP to $31.25 - $33.65 an hour ($65K - $70K/year)

  • Work Authorization: Must be currently in the United States with active employment authorization documents without current sponsorship transfer requirements. Sponsorship is unavailable for this role.

Job description:

The Powertrain Engine OBD Calibration Engineer is responsible for developing and implementing best practice calibration solutions and performing diagnostic verification testing.

Duties Include :

  • Manage all technical aspects of the OBD diagnostic calibrations to meet CARB regulations

  • Identify system requirements during system hardware design to insure a robust diagnostic system

  • Use standard instrumentation toolsets for data acquisition, storage, and analysis, calibrate diagnostic thresholds to meet CARB regulations

  • Provide regular overview summaries and detailed reports on specific assignments, including timing projections.

Must-Have Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in an Engineering discipline or related field.

  • 0–3 years of experience (recent graduates with data acquisition experience are encouraged to apply).

Experience with:

  • MATLAB

  • Simulink

  • Reading and understanding C code/software

  • Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

  • Data acquisition experience, preferably in an automotive or powertrain-related environment.

Experience with:

  • INCA

  • ETAS tools

  • Internship, co-op, academic project, or hands-on experience involving data collection, analysis, and reporting.

  • Exposure to powertrain, engine systems, diagnostics, or vehicle testing environments.

Work Authorization: Must be currently in the United States with active employment authorization documents without current sponsorship transfer requirements. Sponsorship is unavailable for this role.

Important information: To be immediately considered, please send an updated version of your resume to [email protected].

***** (Kelly does not expense relocation/interview costs)****

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About Kelly

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