Work Arrangement:
This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Milford, MI three times per week, at minimum or other frequency dictated by the business.
The Role:
We are seeking a motivated candidate for a Lead Engine Calibration Engineer position in GM's Global Engine Calibration group at the Milford Proving Ground. The selected candidate will work on GM’s engine programs and be responsible for leading a program calibration team in developing and releasing calibrations for the engine controller.
The position involves significant in-vehicle and lab work, along with technical leadership of a shared group of calibration engineers assigned to a particular program. Lead Calibration Engineers provide day-to-day technical direction to the calibration engineers on their program and represent their team in broader vehicle and propulsion system development activities. Lead Calibration Engineers are also responsible for planning and executing calibration activities including development trips, calibration reviews, and vehicle property usage.
Candidates should possess specific calibration release experience in a complex technology area, along with demonstrated leadership, planning, communication, teamwork, and prioritization skills. Lead Calibration Engineers are expected to work cross-functionally with other groups and assist in the resolution of system/vehicle-level performance issues.
What You'll Do:
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Develop and optimize control calibrations to meet performance and timing requirements
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Deliver on-time and defect-free calibration releases per milestone requirements
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Provide technical direction to assigned calibration engineers on program
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Plan calibration activities and resources
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Create and manage calibration responsibility map in CRETA
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Conduct calibration reviews to ensure high quality calibrations
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Manage calibration change control, including approvals
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Manage vehicle development property usage
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Plan and execute calibration development activities, including test trips
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Assist calibration engineers as needed with issue resolution
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Mentor newer calibration engineers
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Diagnose and correct vehicle, system, and controls deficiencies
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Support resolution of vehicle, plant, durability/lab, or customer issues
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Generate requests for software changes, develop new features/functions and requirements
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Participate in propulsion and vehicle development forums (PPIT, PAPIR, CPIT, VPIT, dev/val, etc)
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Utilize Problem Resolution Tracking System (PRTS)
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Adhere to all safety precautions and requirements; treat safety as the top priority during all work activities
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications):
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Bachelors of Science in Engineering
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7+ years of experience in the automotive industry, 3 years calibration experience
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Self-motivated to work independently and effectively with others with minimal guidance
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Demonstrated ability to lead projects. Demonstrated conflict resolution skills. High level of interpersonal skills and desire to lead/train less experienced calibrators
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Demonstrated understanding of complex system functions (i.e. engine, transmission, electric propulsion), specifically controls and related vehicle performance interactions.
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Competent user of INCA/ETAS/CRETA/Serial Data Suite and other calibration tools
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Manage workload and deliver calibrations to a program's strict timetable
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Emerging leader that takes unpopular stands if necessary; encourages direct and tough debate but isn’t afraid to end and move on; is looked to for direction in a crisis; faces adversity head on; energized by tough challenges.
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Ability to motivate and influence others with management support.
What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):
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Master of Engineering degree
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10+ years of calibration experience in the automotive industry
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Cross-sector experience preferred (Algorithm, Hardware Systems Development, DRE, etc)
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Sector Area calibration proficiency
Benefits:
GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, GM vehicle discounts and more.
Relocation:
This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.
