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Powertrain Calibration / System Performance Engineer

AVL, Peterborough

Powertrain Calibration / System Performance Engineer

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AVL, Peterborough

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted today, 29 Oct | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: ca7a3c0aefb0447d9ad4c6b31f9e4f98

Full Job Description

  • Define, generate & manage engine test plans
  • Planning, execution and analysis of engine & system simulation activities
  • System performance assessment, including trade-offs and data analysis
  • Data review and root cause analysis (RCA) to identify powertrain system issues & develop solutions for resolution
  • System modelling, calibration simulation, using toolsets such a Matlab SIMULINK
  • Functioning within a professional team, generate & present reports (verbal & written) including recommendations and proposals
  • Work with other client & AVL teams to deliver project objectives
  • Promote best practice and robust technical solutions using AVL toolsets as appropriate

    Excellent understanding of diesel internal combustion engine operation and performance
  • Knowledge of ancillary systems (air path, exhaust aftertreatment technologies, control, etc)
  • Understanding of vehicle architecture & control systems
  • Experience or knowledge of vehicle emissions requirements
  • Good knowledge of simulation systems, particularly Matlab SIMULINK
  • Working knowledge of calibration toolsets & engine calibration, including trade-offs for emissions and performance
  • Excellent analytical skills, able to interpret data and results and present results in a clear & understandable format
  • Strong team player, with good communication & English language skills
  • A self starter, can-do' approach, able to work with other team members at all levels to reach win-win' agreements
  • A strong willingness to learn and develop
  • Knowledge of the off highway (NRMM) or heavy duty on road sector, including emissions legislation (Stage V, Tier 4 final, etc)
  • Experience of using calibration and data analysis tools (eg : AVL CONCERTO, Vector CANape, AVL CAMEO, DIAdem, etc)
  • An understanding in the techniques, process, toolsets & methodology for Virtual Calibration
  • Expert NRMM ICE experience (calibration, analysis & simulation)
  • Good knowledge of NRMM machines and associated systems
  • An interest in non-ICE based power technologies (Fuel Cells, battery systems, etc)
  • Controls & calibration development using SiL & MiL techniques
  • Familiarisation with 1-D simulation tools (Eg : GT-Power)

    If an offer of employment is made, applicants are required to undergo a DBS check. Offers of employment are subject to a satisfactory DBS c

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