Quest Global Manufacturing

Electric Drives Control Engineer

Quest Global Manufacturing$88K — $105K *
Erie, PA 16509In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics, or related STEM discipline
  • 3-5 years experience in HIL system design and real-time simulation
  • Expertise in drives and power electronics including AC traction drives and induction motor control
  • Strong proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink for model-based development
  • Experience in requirements management and configuration management

Responsibilities

  • Document existing drives control features
  • Integrate and merge existing drives control features
  • Develop new drives control features through full lifecycle
  • Create plant models in MATLAB/Simulink for power converter topologies
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams on control functionality

Benefits

  • 401(k) and 401(k) matching
  • Dental, health, life, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Short/long term disability coverage
Full Job Description
Job Requirements

What You will Do:

The Electric Drives Control Engineer shall be responsible for all tasks and deliverables related to heavy vehicle propulsion and auxiliary drive control system development, including control algorithm design, software requirements development, model-based implementation, integration, verification, and validation activities. The Drives Control Engineers shall work closely with Systems, Software, Power Electronics, and Verification teams to develop, maintain, and enhance heavy vehicle drive control functionality.

Key Responsibilities
  • Documentation of Existing Drives Control Features
  • Integration and Baseline Merging of Existing Drives Control Features
  • Full Lifecycle Development of New Drives Control Features
  • Develop plant models using MATLAB/Simulink that accurately represent various power converter topologies


What You Will Bring:
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics, or a related STEM discipline.
  • 3-5 years of experience working on HIL system design and real-time simulation.
  • The Drives Control Engineers shall possess expertise in:
    • Drives and Power Electronics
    • AC Traction Drives
    • Induction Motor Control
    • Permanent Magnet Motor Control
    • Converter/Inverter Topologies
    • Field-Oriented Control (FOC)
    • Torque and Speed Control
    • Drive Protection Functions
  • Strong proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink for model-based development tasks.
  • Requirements management
  • Configuration management
  • Design reviews
  • Defect analysis and resolution
  • Technical communication

Desirable Skills
  • IBM DOORS Requirements Management
  • Matlab/Simulink and Stateflow, Simscape
  • Embedded Coder
  • VSIM Virtual Simulation
  • Hardware-In-Test-Loop Simulation Platforms
  • eDR Design Review Process
  • Configuration Management Systems
  • ClearQuest Defect Tracking
  • Software Change Notice (SCN) Process
  • Heavy Vehicle Laboratory and Testing Facilities

Work Requirements:

This role is considered an on-site position located in Erie, PA.
  • You must be able to commute to and from the location with your own transportation arrangements to meet the required working hours.
  • Shop floor environment, which may include but not limited to extensive walking, and ability to lift up to 40 lbs.


Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance
  • Short/Long Term Disability

About Quest Global Manufacturing

Quest Global Manufacturing is a leading provider of engineering and manufacturing services to the aerospace, defense, and industrial markets. The company was founded in 1997 and is headquartered in McLean, Virginia. Quest Global Manufacturing has a team of over 11,000 professionals who work with clients around the world to design, build, and maintain complex systems and components. The company's services include product design, engineering, prototyping, testing, and more. Quest Global Manufacturing is committed to delivering innovative solutions that help its clients succeed in today's competitive marketplace.
Learn more about Quest Global Manufacturing
Size
11,000 employees
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Founded
1997

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