Job Description

Emissions and Compliance Sr. Engineer
Are you looking for a role where you can use your knowledge of combustion systems and exhaust aftertreatment systems to lead emissions and OBD compliance activities, have complete ownership of emissions and OBD certification? Would you like to work for a company that provides an innovative work environment, flexible schedules, and ongoing professional development?

Who we are:
LER TechForce is an industry leader in embedded controls, software, functional safety, and engineering IT talent. For over 20 years LER has been working with customers across North America to meet their engineering resource challenges.

Job Location Austin, TX

What you will be doing:

• Develop engineering requirements based on regulatory requirements and work closely with all engineering teams to develop compliant products
• Provide technical support to the engineering teams according to the requirements and guidelines outlined in the regulations
• Responsible for creating the test plans as per EPA and CARB regulatory requirements
• Work closely with OBD engineers to ensure test completeness, accuracy, and compliance to testing regulations
• Review OBD field demonstration test data to ensure integrity and completeness, and prepare official reports for the regulators
• Manage and document OBD-related running changes to the product in the field per regulatory requirements
• Compile documentation for emissions related systems and components, and OBD monitors
• Support compliance activities that include but are not limited to In Use Testing (IUT), Manufacturer Self-Test (MST), In Use Monitor Performance Ratio (IUMPR)
• Engage with validation teams and support Portable Emissions Measurement System (PEMS) testing, engine dynamometer emissions testing, OBD monitor demonstration testing, data collection and analysis
• Lead the discussions with regulators at CARB and EPA
• Provide inputs to the simulation teams on the drive cycles as per regulatory requirements
• Review industry and legal documents for issues relevant to the company, summarizing such documents for efficient communication to the organization
• Create and present reports with documentation of technical analysis

The ideal candidate will be knowledgeable in the following areas:

• Complete understanding of Diesel/CNG engines, combustion systems and exhaust aftertreatment systems on Class 8 Trucks
• Understanding of powertrain systems including ICE, hybrid, and full electric
• Prior experience on Portable Emissions Measurement System (PEMS) testing and data analysis
• Prior experience in full hybrid vehicle/conventional powertrain certification programs
• Working knowledge of CFR title 40, Parts 1036 and 1037
• Understanding of the impact of hybrid powertrain design on the generation of CO2
• Understanding of the vehicle level design features and the impact they have on CO2 generation
• Expertise with Diesel and CNG emissions measurement from both engine dynamometer and chassis dynamometer testing
• Understanding of EPA 40 CFR Part 1065 and 1066 regulations with regards to facility, equipment, and testing procedures
• Good knowledge on Title 13 CCR Section 1971.1 CARB OBD Requirements
• Experience in requirement management and with requirements management software such as Jama

What you'll get:

• Full benefits: medical, dental, 401K match
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• The opportunity to work on industry-leading projects

What you'll need to be successful:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering
• 4+ Years of Experience in relevant engineering roles
• Experience leading technical projects including managing schedules and setting key project tasks/milestones