Calibration Engineer – Vehicle Propulsion Systems, ICE & Hybrid

General Motors

Virtual Calibration Engineer specializing in ICE & Hybrid Vehicles using simulation-based methods. Collaborate on simulation models and calibration deliverables in a hybrid work environment.

Posted 5/26/2026full-timeSao Caetano do Sul • 🇧🇷 BrazilMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Spark

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

This role will work in a hybrid model (3x onsite in Sao Caetano do Sul Office or Indaiatuba Office)
Virtual Calibration Engineer – ICE & Hybrid Vehicles centered on using simulation-based methods to support calibration development for internal combustion and hybrid propulsion systems
The engineer builds and correlates 1D models in tools like GT-Power
Uses MATLAB workflows to generate virtual calibration deliverables, improve performance prediction, and reduce dependence on physical dyno testing
Develop and maintain engine/propulsion simulation models
Support early and mid-stage calibration deliverables
Work on calibration areas such as VE, torque model, spark, cam phaser, air estimation, and thermal models
Use DOE, ANN, and optimization workflows for analysis and model-based calibration

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree in Mechanical, Automotive, Mechatronics, Controls, or related engineering
Engine/Hybrid propulsion systems knowledge
Supporting efficiency improvements in FRaPA testing, including reducing manual review, retests, dyno time, and post-processing effort through automation
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Good technical curiosity and self-learning ability
Effective cross-functional collaboration and communication with local and global teams
Strong ownership, urgency, and delivery focus
Active CREA
Software/Tools: GT Power, MatLab, Office Package, CFD Tools (desired)
Idioms: English Fluent

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Flexible work arrangements
Paid time off
Professional development opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

1D modelingsimulation-based methodscalibration developmentengine simulation modelsvirtual calibration deliverablesDOEANNoptimization workflowsperformance predictioncalibration areas

Soft Skills

analytical skillsproblem-solving skillstechnical curiosityself-learning abilitycross-functional collaborationcommunication skillsownershipurgencydelivery focus

Certifications

CREA