Vehicle Emissions & OBD Calibration Engineer I or II

About the Team

The Emissions and OBD Development (EMOD) team is part of the Electrified Propulsion division of HATCI. We advance propulsion efficiency and performance across Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis internal combustion and hybrid powertrains, directly shaping the refinement, competitiveness, and technological leadership of the vehicles our customers drive every day. EMOD leads testing and development of engine and electrified propulsion management systems, emissions and diagnostics calibration, and exploration of new technologies that enable next-generation propulsion solutions.

About the Role

We are looking for an innovative and highly motivated Vehicle Emissions & OBD Calibration Engineer to join our EMOD team in Superior Township, MI. In this role, you will help ensure our propulsion systems meet increasingly stringent emissions and OBD requirements while delivering exceptional performance and efficiency. This position provides hands-on opportunities to shape the next generation of internal combustion, hybrid, and electrified propulsion technologies.

• Lead Engine Management System (EMS) mapping, calibration, and validation activities
• Conduct EMS and OBD-II calibration/validation, including extreme ambient environmental testing
• Contribute to new technology development aimed at meeting emissions regulations efficiently and cost-effectively
• Support project execution through test planning, coordination, scheduling, and progress tracking
• Provide deep technical expertise to resolve pre-production and post-production issues
• Create and present compelling technical reports, results summaries, and program milestone updates
• Support manufacturing, quality improvement, field investigations, and certification processes
• Benchmark competitor ICE and hybrid propulsion systems
• Travel domestically and internationally as needed (up to 15%)

• Basic:
  
  
  
  • BS ME, EE or related
  • 2+ years of direct automotive calibration experience (base engine or OBD-II)
  • Understanding of propulsion system fundamentals, including hybrid system operations
  • Experience with emissions testing, calibration methods, and vehicle test procedures
  • Working knowledge of communication protocols (CAN, LIN, Ethernet) and tools such as ETAS/INCA
  • Familiarity with vehicle emissions and OBD monitor system regulations
  • Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
  
  
  
  
• Preferred
  
  
  
  • MS ME, EE or related preferred
  • 4+ years of experience in emissions development, calibration, and validation
  • Experience with particulate matter (PM) emissions mitigation, including GPF calibration
  • Experience calibrating OBD-II features for mass-production launch
  • Background in calibration optimization and Design of Experiments (DoE)
  • Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink
  
  
  
  

• Zero dollar employee premiums on Medical, Dental, and Vision for you and your family
• 100% employer-paid disability and life insurance
• Generous paid time off including vacation, sick and abundant holidays
• A global environment that fosters diversity
• Competitive salaries
• Retirement savings and planning benefits
• Flexible work hours, and hybrid work schedule options
• Access to health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts

Candidates applying for positions with Hyundai KIA must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is an Equal Opportunity Employer included Disabled and Veteran. VEVRAA Federal contractor.