At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead hybrid powertrain calibration and development activities, ensuring performance and emissions targets are met.
- Company: Join FEV UK, a leader in innovative mobility solutions with a global presence.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, 25 days leave, pension contributions, and training opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with hybrid options and a focus on professional growth.
- Why this job: Shape the future of mobility while working on exciting projects that reduce carbon emissions.
- Qualifications: Degree in Engineering and 2+ years in powertrain calibration, especially hybrid systems.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Location
Coventry
Working Time
Full-time
Company
FEV UK Ltd.
WHAT WE DO – AND WHY!
Mobility connects people.
People shape mobility.
With 6,100 employees around the globe, FEV develop revolutionary and efficient drive systems, cross‑link vehicles with each other and their surroundings, and strive to make our lives safer using intelligent systems.
We need the right people at the right place to do so.
FEV UK is the subsidiary of FEV Group for the British market covering the UK customers and together with our global teams we deliver projects.
From our modern UK test and engineering centre in Coventry we work on exciting e‑powertrain projects contributing to significant reduction in CO2 in transportation and mobility.
Tasks
The Role: Calibration Engineer – Hybrid Powertrain Focus
We’re looking for a
Calibration Engineer to play a key role in supporting our customers on‑site.
This is a hands‑on, technically rich position that places you at the heart of powertrain development—particularly in the fast‑evolving world of hybrid calibration.
- What You’ll Be Doing
- Lead calibration and development activities for customer powertrains, with a strong focus on hybrid systems to meet performance, emissions, and drivability targets.
- Analyse and interpret powertrain data to identify and resolve system‑level issues.
- Act as a key liaison between cross‑functional teams, ensuring smooth communication and technical alignment.
- Understand and validate OBD (On‑Board Diagnostics) strategies, ensuring compliance and functionality.
- Execute and analyse OBD tests, and produce documentation for legal and regulatory purposes.
- Drive validation of customer requirements using targeted testing methods.
- Develop and implement action plans to meet project milestones, motivating teams to deliver results.
- Conduct test driving for OBD data acquisition and calibration refinement.
- Support calibration development and validation of various engine and hybrid system components.
- Create and optimise tools to support calibration workflows.
- Participate in test trips and validation loops, both locally and internationally.
- Gain additional technical expertise through our structured training and development programme, designed to support your professional growth and broaden your calibration knowledge.
- Expertise in aftertreatment calibration and emissions compliance strategies.
- Advanced thermal management calibration techniques for conventional and hybrid powertrains.
- Development, validation, and optimisation of OBD calibration strategies to meet legislative requirements.
- Qualification
- What You’ll Bring
- A degree in Engineering and 2+ years of experience in a similar role.
- Strong understanding of Powertrain Control Module software, especially in hybrid applications.
- Proficiency with tools such as INCA, CANalyzer, CANoe, Creta, Uniplot.
- Familiarity with safety standards like IEC 61508, ISO 26262, EN 50126.
- Experience in vehicle‑level testing and hybrid system validation.
- Excellent time management and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across teams.
- Fluent written and spoken English.
Education & Technical Skills
- Hands‑on experience with data acquisition software/hardware.
- Strong command of Microsoft Office and engineering tools (INCA, Uniplot, MATLAB, etc.).
- Ability to manipulate complex Excel files for data analysis.
- Experience in customer‑facing roles with clear and effective reporting.
- Interpersonal Qualities
- A proactive communicator and team player.
- Ownership mindset with a focus on delivering high‑quality work.
- Detail‑oriented, enthusiastic, and adaptable.
- Strong problem‑solving instincts and a passion for innovation.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Shape the mobility of tomorrow, being involved in projects that will develop carbon reduction in the automotive industry
- Attractive salary package, depending on experience and specialist knowledge
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Pension contribution
- Training opportunities as part of FEV UK
- Death in Service is 4 times Annual Salary
- Cycle to work bike purchasing scheme
- Salary sacrifice lease car scheme
- Free Eye Tests
- Free Vaccinations (such as flu vaccination)
- Mobile Phone Contributions (where applicable)
- Option to Buyand Sell Annual leave
- Social events
- Free workplace car parking (where applicable)
- Hybrid working, family friendly policies
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Calibration Engineer – Hybrid Powertrain Focus in Coventry employer: FEV GmbH
FEV UK Ltd. is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Coventry where innovation meets sustainability in the automotive industry. With a strong focus on employee growth through structured training programmes and a commitment to work-life balance, including hybrid working options and generous leave policies, FEV empowers its team to shape the future of mobility while enjoying competitive benefits and a collaborative culture.
