R&D Powertrain Performance Engineer

Nissan Motor Co., Ltd.

• $95K — $115K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Automotive Engineering, or related field.
  • 5+ years of professional experience in hybrid/electric or internal combustion calibration.
  • Strong understanding of automotive systems and vehicle operation.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to independently plan and execute engineering activities.
  • Strong communication and project management skills.
  • Valid U.S. driver’s license with clean driving record.

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate and develop vehicle acceleration and drivability performance for Nissan and Infiniti products.
  • Conduct subjective and objective vehicle evaluations to identify performance improvement opportunities.
  • Perform competitive benchmarking studies to establish performance targets.
  • Design and execute vehicle development experiments using advanced data acquisition systems.
  • Collect and analyze vehicle data to identify root causes and develop recommendations.
  • Calibrate powertrain tuning parameters for performance.
  • Collaborate with engineering teams across North America and global R&D throughout vehicle development.

Benefits

  • Career growth and continuous learning opportunities including cross-departmental moves.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical and mental health.
  • Parental leave and retirement savings.
  • Employee Lease Program and Vehicle Purchase Program discounts.
Full Job Description

Location: Stanfield, Arizona

Job Schedule: Full-time, on-site M-F

Education Requirement: Bachelor's in engineering

Sponsorship: No


A Day in the Life:     

The responsibilities listed are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties for this role. Additional tasks may be assigned, as needed, to support business objectives. 

  • Evaluate and develop vehicle acceleration and drivability performance for future Nissan and Infiniti products.
  • Conduct subjective and objective vehicle evaluations to identify opportunities for performance improvement.
  • Perform competitive benchmarking studies and establish performance targets based on customer expectations and market-leading vehicles.
  • Design and execute vehicle development experiments using advanced data acquisition and measurement systems.
  • Collect, analyze, and interpret vehicle data to identify root causes and develop fact-based recommendations.
  • Calibration of powertrain tuning parameters for both acceleration and drivability performance
  • Collaborate with engineering teams across North America and global R&D organizations throughout the vehicle development process.
  • Independently manage development activities including test planning, execution, reporting, and technical presentations to management.

 

Who We’re Looking for:  

Required: 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related engineering discipline.
  • 5 or more years of related professional experience in hybrid/electric AND/OR internal combustion calibration.
  • Strong understanding of automotive systems and vehicle operation.
  • Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to independently plan and execute engineering activities.
  • Strong communication, project management, and organizational skills.
  • Sensitivity to perceive, discern, and characterize vehicle performance attributes.
  • Valid United States driver’s license/clean driving record.

 

Desired:

  • Experience with engine, transmission (AT/CVT), hybrid, or battery-electric powertrain systems.
  • Experience with vehicle calibration, drivability development, or powertrain performance evaluation.
  • Experience with ETAS INCA, Vector CANalyzer, CANape, or similar vehicle development tools.
  • Experience with vehicle data acquisition, analysis, and engineering reporting.
  • Understanding of vehicle controls and calibration methodologies.
  • Experience with prototype vehicle development and competitive benchmarking activities.

 

Travel

Ability to travel up to 15%, including occasional domestic and international development activities.

   

What You’ll Look Forward to at Nissan: 

Career Growth and Continuous Learning Opportunities: Benefit from diverse career paths, cross-departmental moves, and innovative learning platforms. Enhance your skills through seminars, leadership training, and tuition reimbursement programs, all while playing a vital role in shaping the future of transportation. From day one, you'll have the support to tackle challenges and contribute to impactful solutions across our organization. 

                                                                                

Rewards: Be supported with a Comprehensive Benefits Package, including medical, mental health, parental leave, retirement savings & unique Nissan perks, including discounts on lease vehicles as part of our Employee Lease Program and a Vehicle Purchase Program (VPP). For more information, access our Nissan Benefits Overview Guide. 

 

Built for Your Best:  

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Stanfield Arizona United States of America

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