OBD Calibration Engineer

5 days ago


Basildon, Essex, United Kingdom AVL Powertrain UK Full time
OBD Calibration Engineer

In this role you will be responsible for optimising the calibration of diesel ICEs and hybridised ICE powertrains. Your objective will be to ensure that all target criteria are met and that the powertrain works to its full efficiency in all operating conditions.

The role involves planning, preparation and supervision of related vehicle tests, assessment and documentation of test results and delivery of calibrations.

You may also be required to participate in vehicle test development trips.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Planning and execution of engine or vehicle development program
  • Calibration dataset development in-line with guidelines for the relevant attributes
  • Analysis of results and preparation of recommendations
  • Dataset validation for all ambient conditions both in facility and in territory, including final reporting and documentation
  • Liaison and reporting to various functions within the organisation

YOUR PROFILE:

Essential:

  • BEng in Mechanical/Automotive or related engineering discipline
  • Experience within the automotive industry in diesel calibration
  • Knowledge of combustion engine fundamentals
  • Knowledge of exhaust after-treatment hardware
  • Knowledge of EMS and related tools and software
  • Knowledge of EU OBD calibration and development
  • Excellent inter-personal and communication skills
  • Project management skills
  • Capable of working independently as well as part of large and small teams

Preferable:

  • Experience in vehicle testing and data analysis
  • Knowledge of data analysis tools such as AVL Concerto or equivalent
  • Knowledge of statistical analysis methods and tools
  • Programming skills in MATLAB

Preferred:

  • Masters or PhD in specific subject area preferred

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 range is between £35,000 - £45,000 and we will offer market-conforming remuneration taking qualifications and professional experience into account.

Job posted on: 15/12/2025

Closing date: 16/01/2026

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:
Basildon, GB

Company: AVL Powertrain UK Ltd

Job Function: Calibration

Contract Type: Permanent

Posting Date: Dec 15, 2025

Job ID: 38816

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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