Engine Calibration Development Intern

Engine Calibration Development Intern (Internship - Summer 2026)

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Assist and lead in the development of state-of-the-art engine control calibration to meet all North American tailpipe emissions and OBD regulations

    - Ensure seamless operation between base and diagnostic engine calibration features

• Be a self-starter to proactively develop technical competency through vehicle experimentation and engine software control-documentation review, while working with Senior Engineers

    - Daily hands-on learning, experimentation, and validation

• Perform prototype vehicle emissions testing to meet program deliverables

    - Support testing within the emissions cells and interpreting test results

• Learn and apply engineering problem solving methodology 

    - Understand requirements, develop experiments to meet the requirements, perform tests, analyze results, and improve optimization of system

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE

Minimum requirements

• Pursuing Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, chemical or electrical engineering
• Must have experience developing MATLAB or Python scripts for data analysis and visualization
• Strong analytical capabilities, strong written and verbal communication, and interpersonal skills
• Strong desire to take responsibility for an engineering task related to Emissions Reduction, On-Board Diagnostics, or Drivability improvement and develop a plan to execute it

Desired Skills

• Hands-on vehicle experience or student project experience in Formula SAE/Baja/Ecocar or robotics

OTHER DETAILS

• Candidates applying for positions with Hyundai KIA must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
  • HATCI is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled and Veteran. VEVRAA Federal contractor.