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AVL Powertrain UK Ltd offers a job in the United Kingdom (GB) as

Graduate Calibration Engineer

 

The Graduate Calibration Engineer will begin an initial training period within various AVL teams at different AVL facilities including Coventry and Basildon
Following the training, the Graduate Calibration Engineer will work in an AVL team at an OEM in the East of England. The primary duties will be:

  • Test bed testing for development and optimisation of customer diesel ICE powertrains
  • Engine optimisation to meet target criteria for engine operation and legislative emissions output
  • Test preparation, planning and data analysis
  

 

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

Once the training is complete the Graduate Calibration Engineer will work in a project team at an OEM, developing engines for series production. Duties will include but are not limited to:

  • Development and management of new powertrain calibrations using AVL and customer calibration tools and processes
  • Plan and execute powertrain testing on engine testbeds
  • Develop & refine engine and vehicle test plans
  • Perform data analysis and report out to customer teams and management
  • Liaison and reporting to various functions within the organisation

 

YOUR PROFILE:

 

Essential:

  • Degree educated in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering or similar subject
  • Knowledge of internal combustion engine (ICE) operation 
  • Proactive attitude

Preferable:

  • MSc or PhD in Engineering subject
  • Experience of calibration development on a test bed
  • Understanding of (diesel) aftertreatment systems
  • Knowledge of emissions legislation
  • Industrial placement working with ICEs

 

WE OFFER:

 

  •  EV Lease Scheme (Salary Sacrifice)
  •  Flexi-time (applies to most roles)
  •  Private Medical Insurance and Health Cash Plan  
  •  Cycle to Work Scheme
  •  25 days holiday per year (increases by 1 day annually up to the max. of 28 days)
  •  Special occasion leave (eligibility after probation, subject to conditions)
  •  Pension scheme 
  •  Life Assurance and Income Protection Insurance
  •  One paid professional membership annually
 

 

If an offer of employment is made, applicants are required to undergo a DBS check. Offers of employment are subject to a satisfactory DBS check and the company reserves the right to withdraw its offer in the event that the applicant has unspent criminal convictions.

 

Annual Remuneration: Due to UKVI compliance requirements, we are obligated to state the annual gross salary (full-time) for this position. The salary for this role is £36,000 and we will offer market-conforming remuneration taking qualifications and professional experience into account.

 

Job posted on: 13/03/2025
Closing date: 25/04/2025

 

We look forward to receiving your details for the unique opportunity to join our growing, high-tech, international team.

About AVL

AVL is one of the world’s leading mobility technology companies for development, simulation and testing in the automotive industry, and beyond. We provide concepts, solutions and methodologies in fields like vehicle development and integration, e-mobility, automated and connected mobility (ADAS/AD), and software for a greener, safer, better world of mobility.

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Location: 

Peterborough, GB

Company:  AVL Powertrain UK Ltd
Job Function:  Calibration
Contract Type:  Permanent
Posting Date:  Mar 13, 2025
Job ID:  38067

About AVL

AVL is one of the world’s leading mobility technology companies for development, simulation and testing in the automotive industry, and beyond. We provide concepts, solutions and methodologies in fields like vehicle development and integration, e-mobility, automated and connected mobility (ADAS/AD), and software for a greener, safer, better world of mobility.

Find out more: www.avl.com


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