TRG
Technical Specialist - Hybrid and Combustion Engines
TRG, Auburn Hills, MI
RESPONSIBILITIES
REQUIREMENTS
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS
- Lead technical team on execution of project tasks.
- Develop team member capabilities through mentorship and guidance.
- Support team member growth through close interaction as well as periodic performance reviews.
- Support technical team administratively and ensure application of company core values.
- Define project scopes, project schedules and test plans.
- Plan and oversee tests on engine/chassis dynamometer or in application to assess the performance, fuel economy, and emissions of new engine and engine system technologies.
- Support execution of projects in a team environment and provide technical guidance to project team members.
- Specify test instrumentation and methodologies to meet measurement requirements for engine dynamometer and component bench tests.
- Conduct detailed data analysis, determine/guide next steps and maintain project timelines.
- Develop and review project status reports and technical presentations for customers and internal management.
- Mentor engineering colleagues to help grow the technical expertise in the organization.
- Participate in customer meetings and support the development of technical project proposals.
- Work closely with design and simulation engineers and provide guidance to help define engine performance related attributes for new engine programs.
- Work closely with control systems engineers and provide guidance to help define engine performance related control software algorithms for new engine control features.
- Prepare and present final project reports that provide interpretation of collected data and summarize key technical findings.
- Support improvement of test methods and procedures
- Participate in the development of technical publications.
- Fulfill and enforce ISO and Internal Quality policies as required.
- Support and drive initiatives to foster team development and interaction.
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelors Degree in Mechanical/Automotive Engineering, Electrical/Electronics Engineering or related field - Masters Degree preferred
- 10+ years of experience in calibration and/or powertrain development
- Strong fundamentals in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics and internal combustion engines
- Strong knowledge of SI combustion process
- 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)
- Experience leading technical project teams and mentoring team members.
- Project leadership experience, analytical problem solving, and strong interpersonal skills.
- Must be a motivated team player ready to perform in fast paced development environment.
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS
- Knowledge of control strategies employed on Bosch and/or GPEC controllers.
- Knowledge of hybrid powertrain systems
- Experience in aftertreatment system calibration
- Strong understanding of US emission regulations and certification test procedures
- Understanding of US OBD regulations and monitoring approaches
- Exposure to hybrid system controls
- Hands-on experience with engine hardware - engine assembly or rebuilding