Powertrain Calibration/System Performance Engineer

Peterborough, England, United Kingdom

1/6/2025

Job Description

AVL Powertrain UK Ltd has a number exciting opportunities for Calibration/System Performance Engineers to work in the NRMM and related industries.

AVL is a World Class engineering powertrain consultancy, delivering robust projects and technical services for major clients across multiple sectors. We are looking for passionate & pro-active engineers at the top of their game and with all levels of relevant experience, from recent graduates to time served Charted Engineers.

Attitude and a dedication to our craft is key to all that we do, and we expect the same of you. This is an opportunity to become part of a professional Team working on projects that make a real difference to the sector and the world we live in.

These roles will see the successful candidates embedded in client teams, delivering projects and providing expert technical support. As a member of AVL, you will have full access to a network of AVL engineers & experience to grow professionally and provide focused & relevant solutions that add value to our clients & customers.

The roles will typically cover a variety of functions and disciplines, including ICE calibration, powertrain system performance development, data analysis, issue investigation & resolution, system modelling and simulation. Work in new powertrain sectors (battery, fuel cell, etc) is also a possibility.

Some industry or academic experience is preferred, but training will be offered & given to candidates as required.

• Develop and manage powertrain calibrations using client &/or AVL toolsets & processes
• 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
  
  

Essential

Profile description:

• 2:1 or above Bachelors or Masters degree in a relevant topic
• 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
  
  

Preferable

• PhD in relevant subject
• 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)
  
  

We Offer

• EV Lease Scheme (Salary Sacrifice)
• Flexi-time (applies to most roles)
• Private Medical Insurance and Health Cash Plan
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• 22 days holiday per year (increases by 1 day annually up to the max. of 28 days)
• Special occasion leave (eligibility after probation, subject to conditions)
• Pension scheme
• Life Assurance and Income Protection Insurance
• One paid professional membership annually
  
  

If an offer of employment is made, applicants are required to undergo a DBS check. Offers of employment are subject to a satisfactory DBS check and the company reserves the right to withdraw its offer in the event that the applicant has unspent criminal convictions.

Annual Remuneration: Due to UKVI compliance requirements, we are obligated to state the annual gross salary (full-time) for this position. The salary range is between £38,000.00 - £55,000.00 and we will offer market-conforming remuneration taking qualifications and professional experience into account.

Job posted on: 25/01/2024

Closing date: 01/03/2024

We look forward to receiving your details for the unique opportunity to join our growing, high-tech, international team.

Rebecca

Maguire

BECKY.MAGUIRE@AVL.COM