Powertrain Controls Engineer

Are you looking for a role where you can use your knowledge of integration of components into an OEM chassis to improve the drivability of the product as a complete system, including joining offsite test trips, working closely with the OEM integration teams onsite, and working as an extension of those teams?

Who we are:

LER TechForce is an industry leader in embedded controls, software, functional safety, and engineering IT talent. For over 20 years LER has been working with customers across North America to meet their engineering resource challenges.

We have a position for a customer engineering role who has experience with integration and installation of tier 1 products into an Original Equipment Manufacture (OEM) product.

What you will be doing:

• On-Site Powertrain Controls Engineer for an engine tier 1 supplier at an OEM
• Troubleshooting engine system including software, controls, and electronic systems
• Following troubleshooting trees independently, working with technicians to carry out investigation & resolution, tracking issues with clear documentation of outcomes and strong communication skills (interface with engineers, techs and customers) are desired.
• Acceleration/transient response - gear shifts, transitions in/out of coasting and engine braking
• Low speed maneuverability - light pedal vehicle behavior, with/without load and grades
• Cold start - Fuel blends and altitude
• Cruise control
• Altitude performance - drivability, low speed, accel, derate strategy/reporting for the transmission
• Launch (idle governor) tuning for rear axle ratio range and transmission variants with PTC and transmission supplier jointly
• Extended idle performance (desorb and soot)
• PTO gain tuning for customer applications
• Torque limiting with brake application and powertrain component limits (max torque per gear, axle shaft, etc.)
• System integration including CAN communication and subsystem diagnostic communication
  
  

What you'll get:

• Full benefits: medical, dental, 401K match
• The opportunity to work on industry leading projects
  
  

The ideal candidate will be knowledgeable in the following areas:

• Troubleshooting Trees
• Product application support
• Product problem solving
• Technical management
• Electronics OR controls background
• Detailed oriented
• Technical writing
• Good communicator - written and verbal
• Great collaborator
  
  

What you'll need to be successful:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical / Electronics Engineering, or similar technical field
• Experience in engine system including software, controls and electronic systems level troubleshooting
• Following troubleshooting trees independently, working with technicians to carry out investigation & resolution, tracking issues with clear documentation of outcomes and strong communication skills (interface with engineers, techs and customers) are desired.
• Calterm and other field and engineering tools are utilized for ECM software and calibration interface during the troubleshooting
• Customer interfacing powertrain and vehicle integration experience is a plus but not required.
• Calterm and other field and engineering tools are utilized for ECM software and calibration interface during the troubleshooting
• Systems engineering is desired
• AutoSAR experience is preferred
• Product problem solving
• Technical management
• Self motivated
• Great communication skills
• Calm under pressure
  
  

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