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# Performance & Calibration Engineer

- **Company:** Belcan
- **Location:** Hagerstown, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $104,000.0 - $122,720.0
- **Contract:** Temporary to permanent
- **Skills:** Embedded Software, Systems Integration, Software Verification, Feature Selection, Automotive Software
- **Published:** May 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=124fe1bf5524e8e9

## About the Role

* 10+ years of relevant experience in Performance & Calibration Engineering.
 * Deep knowledge of engine systems, vehicle drivelines, EATS, and embedded software calibration.
 * Proven experience managing calibration datasets, feature selection, and hardware-software integration.
 * Established experience as a project lead and mentor in technical environments.
 * Strong understanding of performance engineering methodologies and verification processes.
 * Recognized as a subject matter expert with the ability to solve complex, discipline-specific problems.
 * Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
 * Effective communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders across multiple teams., * Expert-level understanding of Performance & Calibration Engineering principles.
 * Ability to manage synchronization, configuration, and release of datasets within automotive systems.
 * Hands-on experience with engines, embedded software calibration, vehicle drivelines, and EATS.
 * Demonstrated ability to mentor, coach, and educate other engineers.
 * Track record of contributing to product roadmaps and strategies in alignment with industry trends.

PREFERRED SKILLS / QUALIFICATIONS:

 * Exposure to calibration and verification tools for engine and vehicle systems.
 * Familiarity with automotive software platforms and vehicle control systems.
 * Experience in leading cross-functional projects within large technical organizations.
 * Strong 'T-shaped' profile: deep discipline expertise plus a mature generalist skill set.
 * Ability to provide insights that connect technical work to strategic business objectives.

## Description

* Select hardware-related features and components (FIEspec, turbospec, camshaft profiles) and calibrate embedded software datasets according to defined prerequisites for engines, EATS, drivelines, and vehicle functions.
 * Drive engine performance and calibration development within a defined technical area of expertise.
 * Contribute to calibration development while following verification plans and executing validation activities.
 * Manage the synchronization, configuration, and release of complete datasets for vehicle systems.
 * Propose improvements to methods, tools, and processes to enhance performance and efficiency.
 * Provide expert inputs to product and system roadmaps, ensuring alignment with organizational and industry strategies.
 * Facilitate knowledge sharing and networking across the organization to drive best practices.
 * Serve as a recognized subject matter expert and mentor, coaching junior engineers and contributing to team growth.
 * Clearly articulate value creation by linking individual contributions to broader technical and business strategies.


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