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R&D Powertrain Performance Engineer

Nissan


Job Location:

Stanfield, OR - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 3 October 2026 (11 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 31 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Location: Stanfield Arizona

Job Schedule: Full-time on-site M-F

Education Requirement: Bachelors in engineering

Sponsorship: No

Come Drive Innovation with Us. We are currently looking for a Powertrain Performance Engineer to join our team in Arizona.


A Day in the Life:

The responsibilities listed are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties for this may be assigned as needed to support businessobjectives.

  • Evaluate and develop vehicle acceleration and drivability performance for future Nissan and Infiniti products.
  • Conduct subjective and objective vehicle evaluations to identify opportunities for performance improvement.
  • Perform competitive benchmarking studies and establish performance targets based on customer expectations and market-leading vehicles.
  • Design and execute vehicle development experiments using advanced data acquisition and measurement systems.
  • Collect analyze and interpret vehicle data to identify root causes and develop fact-based recommendations.
  • Calibration of powertrain tuning parameters for both acceleration and drivability performance
  • Collaborate with engineering teams across North America and global R&D organizations throughout the vehicle development process.
  • Independently manage development activities including test planning execution reporting and technical presentations to management.

Who Were Looking for:

Required:

  • Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering Automotive Engineering or related engineering discipline.
  • 5 or more years of related professional experience in hybrid/electric AND/OR internal combustion calibration.
  • Strong understanding of automotive systems and vehicle operation.
  • Excellent analytical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to independently plan and execute engineering activities.
  • Strong communication project management and organizational skills.
  • Sensitivity to perceive discern and characterize vehicle performance attributes.
  • Valid United States drivers license/clean driving record.

Desired:

  • Experience with engine transmission (AT/CVT) hybrid or battery-electric powertrain systems.
  • Experience with vehicle calibration drivability development or powertrain performance evaluation.
  • Experience with ETAS INCA Vector CANalyzer CANape or similar vehicle development tools.
  • Experience with vehicle data acquisition analysis and engineering reporting.
  • Understanding of vehicle controls and calibration methodologies.
  • Experience with prototype vehicle development and competitive benchmarking activities.

Travel

Ability to travel up to 15% including occasional domestic and international development activities.

What Youll Look Forward to at Nissan:

Career Growth and Continuous Learning Opportunities:Benefit from diverse career paths cross-departmental moves and innovative learning platforms. Enhance your skills through seminars leadership training and tuition reimbursement programs all while playing a vital role in shaping the future of transportation. From day one youll have the support to tackle challenges and contribute to impactful solutions across our organization.

Rewards: Be supported with a Comprehensive Benefits Package including medical mental health parental leave retirement savings & unique Nissan perks including discounts on lease vehicles as part of our Employee Lease Program and a Vehicle Purchase Program (VPP). For more information access our Nissan Benefits Overview Guide.

Built for Your Best:

is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon the successful completion of drug and background screenings in accordance with Nissan policies and in compliance with federal state and local laws including the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. Nissan will consider qualified candidates with arrest or conviction records for employment in a manner consistent with these laws.


It is Nissans policy to provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race gender military status disability or any other status protected by law. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire; Nissan uses E-Verify to validate employment eligibility.


NISSAN FOR EVERYONE


People are our most valuable assets and Nissan seeks to maximize the power of each individual member of our team. When everyone belongs the power of NISSAN is undeniable. Nissan aims to improve business results through a workplace and business that meets the needs of our employees and customer base.


Nissan is committed to creating a culture where everyone belongs and employees customers and partners feel respected valued and heard. We have Business Synergy Teams (BSTs) across the Americas that are open to all employees and seek to connect employees through common interests and foster a company culture where all employees feel supported and included.


Nissan also values inclusion in our business as we respect and recognize the diversity of our customer base and the communities where we do business. We are committed to procuring innovative goods and services retailing our products and communicating from a position that will help us continue to offer our customers competitively designed market-driven products.


Join us as we carry our commitment to our employees and customers into the future.




Stanfield Arizona United States of America

Required Experience:

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