Full Job Description
The main job responsibilities will be:
• Actively steer the development, launch and production of ZCU/BMS, overseeing all steps of the process and working closely with ZCU/BMS Project Management team, Hardware Platform Design (HWP) team, SW Development team, Product Validation (DV/PV) team, and Electronic Manufacturing Services (EMS) suppliers.
• Contribute to specification and design of ZCU/BMS boards for automotive systems.
• Work with internal customers to understand and specify application requirements and deliverables, including Product Functional (PF) specifications, Hardware-Software interface specifications (HSIS) and functional safety.
• Supports in investigating scalable architecture alternatives and development paths for ZCU/BMS Hardware platforms.
• Support to establish scalability, cost, size, weight, power, performance, safety, and schedule requirements for next generation hardware platforms.
• Support the HW implementation of Cyber Security and Functional Safety requirements of ZCU/BMS.
• Leads to create Quality Benchmarks and Standards; provides technical perspective and expertise in terms of quality standards for internal technical teams, critical suppliers, and partners.
• Provide HW technical support for Design/Product Validation (DV/PV), working closely with STLA Product Validation (DV/PV) team, and Electronic Manufacturing Services (EMS) suppliers.
• The HW Development engineer is expected to be able to...
o ...analyze schematics, analyze datasheets/user manuals, comprehend processor architecture, memory options and Automotive ICs, comprehend electrical I/O, comprehend automotive networks (CAN-FD, LIN, Ethernet), analyze log files/traces.
Basic Qualifications:
• B.S. in Electrical Engineering, electronics engineering or similar.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience working on Electronics Design
• Experience on Circuit simulations, Circuit Worst Case Analysis.
• Experience creating Hardware-Software Interface Specifications (HSIS).
• Experience with Schematic Capture software and eBOM variant handling.
• Hands-On and Industry Relevant Experience in electronic hardware development.
• Strong knowledge of Analog and digital design and circuit analysis (Power management ICs, HSD, LSD, Smart drivers, MCU, digital logics, etc)
• Experience with Supporting HW component validation (Electrical, EMC, ESD, Environmental)
• Hands-on Hardware testing experiences using lab instruments such as oscilloscopes, electronic loads, signal generators, spectrum analyzers.
• Strong teamwork and excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Advance degree in Electronics engineering.
• Experience with HW Development for Automotive products on Tier1 or tier 2.
• Experience designing electronics that operates from -406C to 1056C ambient temperature.
• Experience with Altium Design Schematic capture and Variations handling.
• Knowledge of applicable safety standards including ISO 26262
• Experience on D-FMEA (Design Failure Mode and Effect Analysis)
• Familiar with Automotive industry standards for electronics (including automotive EMC/EMI and Environmental Test Standards), design factors of safety, and product verification is desired.
• Solid understanding of system/component design
• Solid understanding of HSD, LSD, H-Bridges, Half-Bridge.
• Solid understanding of ETH/CAN FD/LIN/LVDS communication protocols and troubleshooting tools.
Critical Character Traits to Ensure Success:
• Ability to think outside-the-box in high pressure situations
• Ability to multi-task
• Detail oriented problem-solver
• Self-confident/empowered to deliver on daily basis.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently given minimal supervision/direction
• Ability to identify potential developmental roadblocks and escalate to management
• Ability to work in a team environment and be both a team player and task leader
o This includes requesting assistance from, and likewise helping, team members regardless of whether the topic is related to your assigned work or not
• Respect and understanding of the Customer/Supplier relationship while embracing partnership and collaboration
• Ability to present concepts, strategies, and project status to a large group of people.