ICE/xEV Powertrain Dyno Engineer

Ford Motor Company

ICE/xEV Powertrain Dyno Engineer responsible for calibration efforts in the ELD dyno facility. Supporting delivery of production-release calibrations for electrified and traditional powertrains.

Posted 4/22/2026full-timeDearborn • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform engine/powertrain dyno data collection and analysis to generate calibrations for traditional internal combustion and electrified systems.
Develop dynamometer-based powertrain feature calibrations in support of program releases, including hybrid-electric vehicle (HEV/PHEV) energy management and torque arbitration.
Perform basic troubleshooting of CAN/CAN FD communication issues and control module interactions between the test cell and the powertrain.
Debug complex control logic and software integration issues to ensure dyno results accurately reflect real-world vehicle behavior.
Proactively manage calibration tasks to deliver programs on time with quality.
Effective communication with program commodity calibration teams regarding calibration maturity and hardware limitations.
Work with dyno test engineers on test cell/PT setup for proper data collection, ensuring high-voltage safety and hybrid system cooling requirements are met.
Lead daily test cell activities with technicians and test engineers to complete program deliverables.
Improve test cell operating efficiency using automation and scripted testing procedures.
Create and develop efficient data and calibration processing tools for OBD, emissions and base engine features.
Actively engage with subject matter experts and the larger calibration community to stay relevant with new and changing features/regulations.

Requirements

What you’ll need

B.S. in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical)
3+ years experience in powertrain calibration engineering.
In-depth background and knowledge of the powertrain calibration development process, dynamometer, controls, and test methods.
Knowledge of hybrid powertrain architectures, control systems theory, and vehicle networking.
Experienced with calibration and dyno development tools, i.e., ATI/ETAS, PUMA/CAMEO.
Familiar with CAN bus analysis tools (e.g., Vector CANalyzer, CANoe, or Intrepid Vehicle Spy).
Good analytical skills for data reduction and analysis.
Experience with Excel/Matlab/Python for data analysis and basic programming.
Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
Tuition assistance
Established and active employee resource groups
Paid time off for individual and team community service
A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

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Hard Skills & Tools

powertrain calibrationdynamometer testingCAN communicationcontrol logic debuggingdata analysisprogramming in PythonExcel proficiencyMatlab proficiencyhybrid powertrain architecturevehicle networking

Soft Skills

effective communicationanalytical skillsproactive managementleadershipcollaboration

Certifications

B.S. in Engineering