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Virtual Calibration Engineer for Vehicle Propulsion systems - ICE & Hybrid - São Caetano do Sul or Indaituba/SP

  • Location
    • Indaiatuba, São Paulo
    • São Caetano do Sul, São Paulo
  • Job Type Full time
  • Posted
  • Job Requisition JR-202601526

Description

This role will work hybrid model (3x onsite in Sao Caetano do Sul Office or Indaiatuba Office).

Virtual Calibration Engineer – ICE & Hybrid Vehicles  is a capability-focused role 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  and uses  MATLAB  workflows to generate virtual calibration deliverables, improve performance prediction, and reduce dependence on physical dyno testing.  

Key scope  

  • 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 Profile sought 

  • Supporting efficiency improvements in FRaPA testing , including reducing manual review, retests, dyno time, and post-processing effort through automation and data-driven methods.  

  • 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 

Typical background  

  • Degree in  Mechanical, Automotive, Mechatronics, Controls, or related engineering  

  • Engine/Hybrid propulsion systems knowledge  

  • Preferred additional systems knowledge in  powertrain cooling/HVAC 1D Modeling, thermodynamics, combustion, controls, or hybrid systems.

  • Active CREA

Softwares/Tools  

  • GT Power 

  • MatLab 

  • Office Package 

  • CFD Tools (desired) 

  Idioms  

  • English Fluent 

GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need gm immigration sponsorship now or in the future.

This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location at least 3 times a week {or other frequency dictated by their manager}.

The selected candidate will be required to travel <25% for this role.

This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

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