Engine Calibration Engineer

Actalent • Dearborn, MI • 3h ago

Job Title: Engine Calibration EngineerJob Description

The Calibration team is seeking experienced calibration engineers with direct hands-on experience in developing and delivering drivability emissions and OBD calibrations for internal combustion and hybrid powertrains. This role is hands-on and not entry-level, nor is it focused on supervision or management. Candidates must be capable of independently delivering production-ready calibrations that meet program requirements.

Responsibilities

Develop, test, and deliver production-ready calibrations for drivability, emissions, and OBD attributes on internal combustion and hybrid powertrains.

Perform in-vehicle and lab testing, collect and analyze calibration data, and resolve issues.

Support testing at domestic proving grounds in locations such as Dearborn, MI, Northern MI, Arizona, and Colorado.

Document and present calibration results to program stakeholders.

Ensure compliance with regulatory, performance, safety, and quality standards.

Essential Skills

Minimum of 2 years, preferably 5 years, of direct hands-on engine or hybrid calibration experience in drivability, emissions, or OBD.

Strong proficiency in calibration tools and data analysis, including ETAS INCA, ATI Vision, and MATLAB/Simulink.

Proven experience conducting on-road and test-cell calibration work, not limited to simulation or HIL.

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering field.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

B.S. in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.

At least 3 years of engine calibration experience.

Experience delivering drivability, OBD, or emissions calibration.

Strong capabilities in data acquisition and data analysis.

Work Environment

This position offers a hybrid work schedule, with on-site work required from Monday to Thursday. The role also requires the ability to support test trips to locations such as Arizona, Colorado, and Northern MI.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Dearborn, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $42.30 - $50.74/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Dearborn,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 3, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.

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