Emissions Calibration Engineer

Job#: 2089187

Job Description:
Job Title: Emissions Calibration Engineer - SULEV30/PM3 Development

Location: Metro Detroit Area, MI

Duration: January 1 - December 31, 2026

Employment Type: Contract
Project Overview:

We are seeking a skilled Emissions Calibration Engineer to support the development of low-emission technologies aimed at meeting future regulatory standards, including SULEV30 and PM3. This role involves vehicle system testing, calibration optimization, and early capability assessments to support pre-production validation.
Key Responsibilities:

• Optimize full-cycle emissions calibration (Cold Start, Warmup, Hot Stabilized) to meet stringent tailpipe emission targets.
• Maintain PM3 capability throughout calibration development.
• Conduct and refine testing on US06 and NS06 drive cycles.
• Track vehicle status including fuel type, hardware configuration, and readiness.
• Participate in test planning and submit test requests on a weekly basis.
• Coordinate facility and equipment resources for emissions testing.
• Perform vehicle flashing and data uploads.
• Support on-site testing and data collection activities.
• Identify technical concerns and communicate findings to internal engineering teams.
• Provide calibration improvement suggestions based on test data.
• Conduct data logging, reduction, and reporting to support calibration decision-making.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Automotive Engineering (or related field).
• 3-7 years of experience in emissions calibration and testing.
• Strong understanding of SULEV30 and PM3 emissions standards.
• Experience with vehicle and dynamometer testing environments.
• Familiarity with calibration tools and data acquisition systems.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with secondary air systems and OBD calibration.
• Prior work with OEMs or Tier 1 suppliers in emissions development.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in fast-paced environments.

Additional Information:

All necessary testing equipment, vehicles, and calibration tools will be provided. The engineer will work closely with internal calibration teams to support emissions development and validation efforts.

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