Exciting Opportunity for a Calibration Engineer
As part of our continued growth and success, FEV UK is thrilled to offer a fantastic opportunity to join our dynamic team as a Calibration Engineer on a full-time, permanent basis.
FEV UK is the agile and fast-growing UK arm of FEV Group, one of the world’s largest and most respected automotive engineering consultancies. We deliver cutting-edge solutions across the full spectrum of vehicle development—from design and analysis to prototyping, powertrain, transmission, calibration, and homologation. Our expertise spans advanced internal combustion engines, hybrid systems, and electric vehicles.
These multiple roles can support project in the Midlands, Derbyshire, Cheshire and/or our brand-new, state-of-the-art facility in Coventry—a unique joint venture between FEV and Coventry University, designed to foster innovation and collaboration.
If you're passionate about hands-on engineering, eager to deepen your knowledge of powertrain development, and excited to work with a globally renowned consultancy, this is your chance to make a real impact.
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
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Lead calibration and development activities for customer powertrains, with a strong focus on hybrid systems to meet performance, emissions, and drivability targets.
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Analyse and interpret powertrain data to identify and resolve system-level issues.
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Act as a key liaison between cross-functional teams, ensuring smooth communication and technical alignment.
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Understand and validate OBD (On-Board Diagnostics) strategies, ensuring compliance and functionality.
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Execute and analyse OBD tests, and produce documentation for legal and regulatory purposes.
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Drive validation of customer requirements using targeted testing methods.
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Develop and implement action plans to meet project milestones, motivating teams to deliver results.
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Conduct test driving for OBD data acquisition and calibration refinement.
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Support calibration development and validation of various engine and hybrid system components.
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Create and optimise tools to support calibration workflows.
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Participate in test trips and validation loops, both locally and internationally.
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Gain additional technical expertise through our structured training and development programme, designed to support your professional growth and broaden your calibration knowledge.
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Expertise in aftertreatment calibration and emissions compliance strategies.
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Advanced thermal management calibration techniques for conventional and hybrid powertrains.
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Development, validation, and optimisation of OBD calibration strategies to meet legislative requirements.
