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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