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OBD/Emissions Calibration Engineer

Reliance One, Inc.
Plymouth, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 5/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/3/2026
OBD / Emissions Calibration Engineer

On-Site | Contract Opportunity | Full-Time

Benefits Begin on Day 1 | Paid Time Off | Paid Holidays

Competitive Benefits Package

Reliance One, Inc. is seeking an experienced OBD / Emissions Calibration Engineer to support powertrain calibration and emissions development activities. This role focuses on optimizing emissions, OBD functionality, and drivability while ensuring compliance with regulatory and corporate standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform emissions calibration and optimization for powertrain systems
  • Conduct FTP emissions testing with prototype vehicles (4K and FUL conditions)
  • Execute emissions transparency and sign-off testing
  • Perform OBDII self-certification testing and support transparency sign-off
  • Provide OBD calibration tuning to meet self-certification requirements
  • Conduct R05 OBDII self-cert testing for required monitor subsets
  • Support DVR tailpipe emissions testing in alignment with corporate guidelines
  • Provide calibration input for releases and sign-off completion

Calibration & Analysis

  • Utilize MATLAB and calibration tools such as ETAS and/or ATI
  • Analyze and interpret powertrain control strategies (C-code and model-based systems)
  • Perform modeling and simulation to optimize engine control features
  • Collect, log, and analyze data to validate emissions and OBD targets
  • Provide detailed summaries and reporting to support calibration decisions

Collaboration & Development

  • Work cross-functionally with calibration teams to optimize emissions, OBD, and drivability performance
  • Maintain calibration features and labels within quality systems for development and production releases
  • Support development trips and full OBD self-certification sign-off activities

Required Qualifications

  • 5 years of experience in powertrain calibration, vehicle testing, and/or dyno testing
  • Strong proficiency with MATLAB and calibration tools (ETAS, ATI)
  • Understanding of emissions regulations and OBD requirements
  • Experience with engine calibration and testing, preferably with an emissions/OBD focus
  • Ability to analyze and interpret control strategies and calibration data

If you have a strong background in emissions calibration and want to work on cutting-edge powertrain development, let's connect!

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Reliance One, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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