Senior Chassis Calibration Engineer

General Motors

Calibration Engineer calibrating vehicle dynamics and brake control systems at GM’s Milford Proving Grounds. Leading technical reviews and integrating performance features across multiple programs.

Posted 7/23/2026full-timeMilford • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in vehicle dynamics, calibration procedures, and performance engineering, with a strong focus on safety and compliance. Proven ability to lead technical reviews and drive innovative solutions in vehicle performance and calibration standards.

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Vehicle Dynamics ExpertiseCalibration Procedures DevelopmentAnalytical Problem SolvingPerformance EngineeringGM Level 3 Driving Credential

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Hard Skills

CalibrationVehicle DynamicsChassis PerformanceBrake ControlsData AcquisitionHigh-Performance DrivingPhysics-Based AnalysisPerformance Feature IntegrationVirtual TestingHiL and CoSim Workpackages

Soft Skills

InitiativeIndependent JudgmentCollaborationLeadership

Tools & Technologies

Measurement EquipmentVehicle InstrumentationData Analysis Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

GM Level 3 Driving Credential

Industry Keywords

Safety ComplianceCalibration Standard WorkVTSSTSSSTSCTS Specifications

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Champion the safety of our employees and customers
Calibrate and integrate performance features to meet vehicle requirements
Take ownership of assigned feature on multiple programs in parallel
Deliver calibrations according to program milestone timing
Work collaboratively with algorithm team to identify and solve issues
Work with performance engineers to seek feedback and ensure vehicle performance meets VTS/SSTS
Develop common approaches and institutionalize them in Calibration Standard Work (Calibration Procedures, LADV, Deliverables, Master Calibration, etc.)
Improve the efficiency and quality of Standard Work by systematically driving present vehicle-based tasks into virtual, HiL and CoSim workpackages
Lead technical calibration peer reviews and leadership reviews for assigned program
Lead resolution of vehicle, plant, service, and customer issues
Provide input to VTS, STS, SSTS, and CTS specifications as applicable
Ensure compliance with government regulations and GM policies
Document and integrate Lessons Learned from development and field issues into algorithms and Calibration Standard Work
Adhere to all safety precautions and requirements, treating safety as the top priority during all work activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent engineering degree
Minimum 5 years of relevant engineering experience (vehicle dynamics, chassis/driveline performance, brake controls, calibration, etc.)
Demonstrated initiative to drive for results in areas of innovation and new development
Thorough physics-based knowledge of vehicle dynamics, brake systems, chassis and propulsion integration
Exercises independent judgment with minimal input from leadership
High level of analytical problem solving skills where problems are unusual and difficult
Hands-on experience with vehicle dynamics and high-performance driving
Experience with measurement equipment, vehicle instrumentation, data acquisition and analysis
Position requires the ability to travel for winter testing in January / February for 6 – 8 weeks
Ability to travel for development and ride trips interspersed throughout the year
GM Level 3 Driving Credential

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Flexible work hours
Paid time off
Remote work options