About Horse Technologies
Horse Technologies is part of Horse Powertrain Limited – an independent new powertrain solutions business, with over 125 years of heritage from Renault and Geely. We develop and produce world-class hybrid and combustion engines and transmissions to move our industry forward, offering many different paths to net zero.
This role is employed by Horse Technologies Division and is based in Valladolid, with occasional travel possible to Horse Powertrain’s other sites.
Why join us?
At Horse Technologies, a division of Horse Powertrain, you’ll have opportunities to grow your career while making a difference. This is a dynamic, international environment, staffed by caring and collaborative people. If you’re ready to create excellence with us, you’ll be appreciated and rewarded.
What you will do
Lead engine calibration activities for Hybrid / Range Extender powertrains, ensuring compliance with Quality, Cost, and Timing (QCD) targets agreed with the Engine Project.
Collect, formalize, and deploy design requirements and technical definitions, building the calibration roadmap with tuning specialists and performance experts.
Plan, monitor, and drive calibration convergence, managing schedules, technical trade‑offs, and alignment with project milestones.
Manage economic aspects of calibration activities, including quotations, budget entry tickets, and financial convergence versus initial commitments.
Coordinate and follow up internal and supplier calibration activities, ensuring progress, consistency, and performance delivery.
Prepare and maintain quality and project documentation (e.g. EQM MAP, checklists, GRP, NRL) in line with internal standards.
Organize and oversee calibration test activities, including test engines, vehicles, parts, and test trips.
Provide clear reporting and synthesis to management and stakeholders, including milestone reviews, end‑of‑project summaries, and serial life support (LUP QC topics).
What we’re looking for
A proven track record in engine calibration and tuning, ideally within hybrid or range extender powertrain projects.
Engineering degree (Mechanical Engineering or Automotive Engineering preferred).
Excellent skills in project coordination and technical requirement definition.
Strong competencies in calibration convergence management and cross‑functional collaboration, with a structured and solution‑oriented approach.
Solid knowledge of the automotive sector and powertrain systems; knowledge of HORSE Powertrain business and its ambition to transform the industry is a strong advantage.
Excellent command of English, both spoken and written; French is highly valued and Spanish is a plus given the location.
Equal opportunities employer
At Horse Technologies, we are committed to equal opportunities and select individuals based on their skills and qualifications. We especially encourage applications from underrepresented groups.
If you believe you have the skills and passion to excel in this role, we’d be delighted to meet you. Let’s explore the possibilities together.
Horse Technologies is part of Horse Powertrain Ltd, a global leader in powertrain system solutions.
Learn more at www.horse-powertrain.com
Skills Required
- Proven track record in engine calibration and tuning (ideally for hybrid or range extender powertrains).
- Engineering degree.
- Mechanical or Automotive Engineering degree (preferred fields).
- Excellent project coordination and technical requirement definition skills.
- Experience managing calibration convergence, schedules, technical trade-offs, and cross-functional collaboration.
- Experience preparing and maintaining quality and project documentation (e.g., EQM MAP, checklists, GRP, NRL).
- Experience organizing and overseeing calibration test activities (test engines, vehicles, parts, test trips).
- Solid knowledge of the automotive sector and powertrain systems.
- Knowledge of HORSE Powertrain business and its ambitions (strong advantage).
- Excellent command of English (spoken and written).
- French language skills (highly valued).
- Spanish language skills (a plus given the location).
What We Do
Horse Powertrain Limited is an independent global leader in hybrid and thermal powertrain solutions, with over 125 years of heritage from Renault and Geely. The company develops and produces next-generation powertrain solutions for low-emission energy and alternative fuels, aiming to support the global transition toward a more sustainable mobility future through innovation in engines and transmissions.
