General Motors

Calibration Specialist - Electrification Thermal Diagnostics and Device Control

General Motors • $81K — $122K *
Oshawa, ON L1G 0A1In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
2 months ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical Engineering
  • 2+ years of experience in SW/Controls development, calibration, verification, or validation
  • Experience with in-vehicle testing and troubleshooting electrical or thermal systems
  • Proficiency in data acquisition and analysis
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in teams
  • Demonstrated adaptability to changes in programs and project requirements
  • Strong time management skills and capable of handling multiple projects
  • Valid Driver's License (G) for Ontario

Responsibilities

  • Develop calibration data sets for hybrid vehicle platforms
  • Analyze data and resolve issues related to thermal device controls
  • Conduct in-vehicle and laboratory data collection and performance verification
  • Balance multiple projects and work priorities in a cross-functional team
  • Travel approximately 30 days a year for in-vehicle calibration development

Benefits

  • Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and family leave
  • Comprehensive healthcare, dental, and vision benefits
  • Life insurance coverage for employees and their families
  • Contributions to a Defined Contribution Pension plan for retirement savings
  • GM Vehicle Purchase Plan for personal and family use
Full Job Description
Job Description

Vacancy Status:
This posting is for an existing vacancy within the organization and is open to new applications.

AI Disclosure:
As part of the application process, Artificial Intelligence will be used in the hiring process for this role

Hybrid:

This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Oshawa Elevation Center three times per week, at minimum.

The Role:
  • GM is undergoing a major transformation, both in how we operate and in how we will influence the future of transportation. Our Propulsion Thermal Calibration Team is on the forefront of this work, and we are seeking a highly motivated candidate to join our team as a Calibration Specialist.


What You'll Do
  • In this role, you will have calibration responsibilities in Electrification Thermal Device Controls/Diagnostics and System Diagnostics, where you will develop calibration data sets for current and future vehicle platforms, including hybrid applications.
  • We are looking for team members who thrive on being challenged and developing solutions in an emerging domain. You will leverage your engineering training to develop a strong understanding of the physical system and the software controls, leveraging your troubleshooting skills to resolve issues, develop test plans and complete calibration work.
  • This position involves a combination of in-vehicle and laboratory data collection, bulk data analysis, along with related performance verification on bench and in-vehicle to ensure robust execution of diagnostic and controls calibrations.
  • Calibration Specialists engage in cross-functional teams, are expected to handle multiple projects/priorities, and frequently need to balance planned and unplanned work.
  • Travel requirements of ~30 days per year are to be expected. Travel will predominantly be to the Milford Proving Grounds in Michigan, but may also include other locations in the US and Canada to support in-vehicle Calibration Development. Occasional travel to the Markham Elevation Centre will be required as well.


Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
  • Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical Engineering
  • 2+ years of experience in SW/Controls development, calibration, verification, or validation.
  • Experience with in-vehicle testing, including troubleshooting experience with electrical or thermal systems. Ability to complete minor automotive mechanical and wiring work.
  • Experience with data acquisition and analysis.
  • Independent worker requiring little direction and works well in a team environment. Willing to gain specific training from a variety of people / techniques.
  • Demonstrated adaptability and ability to deal with ambiguity and changes driven by program modifications/updates.
  • Strong time management skills, required to meet agreed upon customer deliverables while managing multiple projects.
  • Able to contribute to technical projects and work effectively with Local and Global teams.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to travel to the United States on short notice.
  • Valid Driver's (G) license for Ontario


What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Skills)
  • Master of Science degree in Engineering
  • Experience developing control system calibrations.
  • Experience with tools commonly used in calibration: INCA, Vehicle Spy, CRETA, MDA, and/or MATLAB/Simulink
  • Experience with ETAS/INCA, Intrepid/Vehicle Spy or similar DAQ tools
  • Demonstrated experience developing scripts using programming languages such as Visual Basic, C, C++ or Python
  • Experience with OBDII compliant diagnostics
  • Knowledge of the bevHEAT Thermal System
  • Knowledge of safety critical control systems


Compensation:
The salary range for this role is $81300 to $122000. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.

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

Benefits:

The goal of the General Motors of Canada total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan currently includes the following benefits, in addition to many others:
  • Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and supplemental benefits for pregnancy, parental and adoption leave.
  • Healthcare, dental and vision benefits including health care spending account and wellness incentive.
  • Life insurance plans to cover you and your family.
  • Company and matching contributions to a Defined Contribution Pension plan to help you save for retirement.
  • GM Vehicle Purchase Plan for you, your family, and friends.


About General Motors

General Motors Company engages in the manufacture and sale of cars and trucks in the United States, China, Brazil, Germany, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Italy. It offers sedans, crossovers, sport utility vehicles, pick-up trucks, coupes, sports/convertibles and hybrid vehicles, hatchbacks/wagons, and vans, as well as mini cars in India. The company also provides parts and accessories, such as iPod and MP3 compatibility, mobility accessories, performance parts, AC parts and services, and merchandise. In addition, it offers vehicle safety, security, and information services. The company provides used vehicles. It offers its products through dealers and distributors. General Motors Company was formerly known as NGMCO, Inc. and changed its name to General Motors Company in July 2009. The company was incorporated in 2009 and is based in Detroit, Michigan. It operates manufacturing facilities in India, the United States, and Canada. General Motors Company operates as a subsidiary of the United States Department of The Treasury. General Motors led global vehicle sales for 77 consecutive years from 1931 through 2007, longer than any other automaker, and is currently among the world's largest automakers by vehicle unit sales. General Motors acts in most countries outside the USA via wholly-owned subsidiaries but operates in China through 10 joint ventures. GM's OnStar subsidiary provides vehicle safety, security, and information services. In 2009, General Motors shed several brands, closing Saturn, Pontiac, and Hummer, and emerged from a government-backed Chapter 11 reorganization. In 2010, GM made an initial public offering IPOs to date and returned to profitability later that year.

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Size
157,000 employees
Market Cap
$46.9 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$6.4 billion
Founded
1908
5 Year Trend
-3.2%
Revenue
$122.4 billion
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