System Calibration Engineer

Lead the day-to-day activities in the development of vehicle driveline systems for an assigned platform including technical support to the customer and internal GKN

Lead the development, simulation, verification, validation, and calibration for each required control algorithm by using the GKN global development processes which includes:

• Manage the day-to-day activities of the assigned program(s).
• Formulate a development plan for each program(s) for all stages of vehicle development.
• Prepare the required checklists and other documentation required at each vehicle development milestone.
• Verify that the system performance meets the program requirements while running the design verification tests.
• Host and attend calibration peer reviews as needed.
• Host and attend internal/customer calibration releases including all required documentation
• Host and attend data peer reviews as needed.

Lead the testing and calibration of the assigned program(s) using various properties including desktop simulation, HIL, vehicle and a test rig.

Assist Controls Engineers with algorithm development by providing test traces and feedback.

Assist manufacturing with EOL (End-of-Line) development and troubleshooting 

Aid controls and functional software engineers in defining test cases for newly developed control algorithms.

Provide technical assistance and feedback to GKN design and system engineering teams regarding system integration, testing, and function.

Provide calibration support to customer and account teams for investigation and resolution of potential hardware (system) issues.

Plan and support development trips to meet requirements set by the program.
Adhere to the GKN Product Safety Policy and Product Safety Procedure.

Support other activities as required.

Qualifications / Experience / Skills:

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Mechanical / Electrical / Automotive / Controls)
• Valid driver’s license
• Personal mode of transportation
• Must be fluent in English
• Must be able to work and travel independently

Experience:

• Minimum1+ years with exposure to vehicle testing / evaluation / controls development
  • Limit handling certification is beneficial but not mandatory

Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communications
• Basic understanding of vehicle dynamics
• Familiarity with mechatronic systems
• Ability to work independently and within a broader group with vehicles and system components
• Availability to travel domestically and internationally as needed to support vehicle testing activities: 25% outside local metropolitan area
• Fluent in English
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work in a culturally diverse team environment
• Software / Tool Exposure:
  • Vector CANalyzer, Vector CANape, ATI VISION, Matlab, Simulink, vehicle network architecture (CAN, CAN FD, Flexray, Ethernet), vehicle simulation tools (e.g. CarSim, Dyna4), wiring and connectors, instrumentation and data acquisition

 

About GKN Automotive:

We have been inventing the future for 250 years. A global automotive technology company that pioneered electric drive systems and is now driving the future of transportation. GKN Automotive is the market leader in conventional, all-wheel and electrified drive systems and solutions. With a comprehensive global footprint, we design, develop, manufacture, and integrate an extensive range of driveline technologies for over 90% of the world’s car manufacturers.

What do we offer?

Compensation:  Competitive Salary with Bonus Structure 

Benefits: Eligible employees may participate in most benefit programs on the first of the month following or coincident with date of hire.

•             Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
•             Employer Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
•             Pre-tax Savings & Spending Accounts (HSAs and FSAs)
•             Voluntary Benefits- a variety of options
•             Employer Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability
•             401(k) Plan with Employer Match

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