Entry Level Calibration Engineer
Milford, CT - USA
Job Summary
Job Description
The Role:
Calibration engineers help turn engineering requirements into real-world vehicle performance. Youll work with vehicle systems software hardware controls and test data to tune system behavior and verify that features and diagnostics perform as intended. This is a hands-on role with opportunities to work in vehicles laboratories test benches dynos automation environments and simulation platforms.
This position is designed for an early-career engineer who enjoys learning investigating complex problems and collaborating across disciplines. Youll receive support from experienced engineers while building skills in vehicle development controls data analysis troubleshooting and performance verification.
A typical week may include:
Performing in-vehicle calibration and testing
Analyzing data from driving maneuvers conducted in simulation on a dyno in a lab or in a vehicle
Tuning system responses and identifying opportunities to improve controls
Troubleshooting issues with vehicle systems hardware and software
Working with algorithm controls software hardware and program teams
Balancing planned development activities with emerging issues and priorities
The primary work location is the Milford Proving Ground where youll support the development of vehicle and propulsion systems including electric vehicles engines and transmissions. The role also includes participation in development trips and onsite program vehicle evaluations.
What Youll Do:
Develop and optimize calibrations to meet performance diagnostic timing and robustness requirements using GM calibration standard work.
Review calibrations and test results to help ensure quality and consistency.
Plan and coordinate calibration activities with the Lead Calibrator and Diagnostic Strategist.
Help identify the tools equipment test vehicles data and other resources needed for calibration development.
Diagnose and correct vehicle system controls lab plant and customer issues.
Use analytical tools to develop evaluate and verify calibrations.
Develop use and improve calibration procedures.
Participate in controls working groups and support the development and refinement of algorithms.
Support the development and testing of new vehicle features and functions by translating requirements into test cases.
Evaluate engineering changes and determine their impact on verification testing.
Participate in peer reviews of test plans considering hardware software system architecture and portfolio impacts.
Identify opportunities to automate or virtualize calibration and verification activities and help implement those solutions.
Support development vehicle fleets through troubleshooting testing and data collection.
Perform root-cause analysis for issues identified during verification testing and document findings in the Problem Resolution Tracking System (PRTS).
Participate in development trips and related testing activities.
Follow all safety precautions and requirements making safety the top priority in every work activity.
Required Qualifications:
Pursuit of a Bachelors or Masters degree in one of the following areas: Electrical Engineering Mechanical Engineering or Computer Engineering
Must be graduating between Dec 2026 June 2027
Must be able to work in southeast Michigan
Able to work fulltime 40 hours per week
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with propulsion vehicle controls software development and vehicle integration
Proficiency in MATLAB and experience with data acquisition and analysis
Experience with test automation tools such as Python or Autobot
Strong technical writing skills including engineering evaluation reports
Automotive-related experience through Formula SAE EcoCAR or similar programs or clubs
GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply if you will need GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future including sponsorship or work authorization support such as H-1B OPT STEM OPT CPT TN or J-1.
Work Arrangement:
Hybrid: 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.
To help facilitate administration of relocation benefits if you are selected please apply using the permanent address you would move from.
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.
This job may be eligible for relocation benefits
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Junior IC
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