Powertrain Controls Engineer (OBD)

Akkodis is seeking a Powertrain Controls Engineer (OBD) for a Contract with a client in Dearborn, MI. The ideal candidate is responsible for developing, validating, and maintaining diagnostic solutions for next-generation hybrid powertrain systems to meet regulatory requirements.

Rate Range: $34/hour to $36/hour; The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.

Powertrain Controls Engineer (OBD) Job Responsibilities include:

• Develop, validate, and maintain OBD diagnostic solutions for hybrid powertrain systems to meet global regulatory requirements.

• Analyze and interpret system data using tools like MATLAB/Simulink to support diagnostics and control strategy validation.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support product development, calibration, and testing activities.

• Perform data acquisition, analysis, and validation to ensure diagnostic accuracy and system performance.

• Support software testing, including HIL/SIL validation, to ensure reliability and compliance of diagnostic systems.

• Document findings, track issues using tools like Jira, and contribute to continuous improvement of diagnostic strategies.

 

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Control Systems, Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field (master’s preferred).

• 2+ years of experience in automotive product development, preferably in hybrid powertrain diagnostics.

• Strong knowledge of OBD diagnostics, control systems, and ability to analyze C/C++ or MATLAB/Simulink models for validation purposes.

• Hands-on experience with data acquisition, testing (HIL/SIL), and calibration, with a solid understanding of hybrid powertrain systems and diagnostic protocols.

 

If you are interested in this role, then please click APPLY NOW. For other opportunities available at Akkodis, or any questions, feel free to contact me at Gagan.Sharma@akkodisgroup.com.

Pay Details: $34.00 to $36.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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