DescriptionSr. Engineer II - PT Control System & SoftwareThe
Sr. Engineer II - PT Control System & Software is responsible for leading algorithm development, calibration, optimization, and validation of the Powertrain Control Unit (PCU) for improved vehicle stability, achieving the greatest range on battery and highest rating for Functional Safety. This role executes technical tasks and collaborates with cross-functional teams.
Responsibilities (include, but are not limited to):- Support Powertrain System SW development, simulation, and testing for different powertrain architectures. This includes powertrain development for Hybrid Electric Vehicle, AWD dual-motor powertrain, and AWD quad-motor powertrain on EV.
- Assist in design and development of optimized traction controls algorithms with improved performance and efficiency.
- Contribute to development of observers and estimators (e.g., tire-road friction estimator) to refine the control algorithms to enhance vehicle dynamics.
- Implement algorithms using Auto-Code generation tools (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink/Embedded Coder, dSPACE TargetLink) following software development guidelines and functional safety standards.
- Test the Powertrain Control Unit (PCU) software through simulation, and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL).
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams to define the architecture of the powertrain and accordingly develop software to implement PCU communications with other ECUs.
- Develop software to handle PCU diagnostics and manage and report the vehicle diagnostics.
- Create and maintain documentation for PCU software development and testing.
- Use engineering tools to diagnose and calibrate PCU software/hardware/integration for continuous improvement and finding issues and proposing engineering solutions.
- Support powertrain integration and vehicle testing.
- Contribute to software-related Functional Safety (ISO 26262) software design, documentation, verification, and validation efforts for PCU and Powertrain System.
- Other duties, as assigned.
Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Control Systems (ME, EE, Aero, or related degrees), with 7 + years of demonstrated hands-on experience with control systems implementation, powertrain, and vehicle dynamics.
- Strong background in HEV/EV propulsion systems, including engine, inverters, motors, and energy storage systems.
- Proficient in MATLAB/Simulink, embedded C/C++, and control system theory.
- Hands-on experience with HIL system, CAN tools, and calibration tools.
- Working experience with Functional safety ISO26262 and software development processes.
- Demonstrated understanding of vehicle development and system integration process.
- Basic experience of using MATLAB Embedded Code/dSPACE TargetLink for Auto-code generation.
- Basic knowledge of software safety/FMEA experience including fault tree analysis and hazard analysis.
- Basic knowledge of Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001:2015) and Environmental Management Systems (ISO 14001:2015), as applicable.
Preferred Qualifications (In addition to required qualifications):- Master's degree with 5 + years' experience or PhD in Control Systems, ME, EE, Aerospace, or related degree with a focus on Vehicle Dynamic, with 3 + years of demonstrated hands-on experience with control systems implementation, powertrain, and vehicle dynamics.
- Solid understanding of classic and modern control theory (e.g., PID tuning, Adaptive Control, Robust Control, Optimal Control, LQR, Model-Predictive Control).
- Electric/Hybrid vehicle/powertrain control systems algorithm and software development with a major OEM or tier-1 supplier on production intent development programs.
- Working experience in defining and managing system-level requirements, interfaces, and architecture for hybrid and electric vehicle powertrain systems
- Good understanding of Power Electronics Inverter, DC-DC Converters, and Chargers.
- Vehicle development and system integration.
Physical Requirements:Note: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee should have the:
- Ability to frequently use or operate a computer, mouse, and/or other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, computer printer, etc.
- Ability to frequently use hand(s) for repetitive actions (grasping and fine manipulation).
- Ability to frequently walk or move - to regularly move about inside the office.
- Ability to frequently see or detect, identify, recognize, or assess surroundings while in the office.
- Ability to occasionally bend, kneel, crouch, turn, and stoop.
- Ability to frequently sit or be stationary for extended continuous periods of time.
- Ability to stand for occasional periods of time.
- Ability to occasionally lift and/or push/pull up to 20 pounds.
Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing their job.
Total Rewards (Benefits, Perks & Compensation)Benefits & Perks:In addition to our competitive compensation, you will also be eligible for the following at Karma:
- Medical Plan
- Dental & Vision Plans
- Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Account
- Employee Health & Well-Being Program Events
- Company Paid Basic Life & AD&D Insurance
- 401(k) with Employer Match
- Relocation Assistance (if applicable)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Sick Time, Vacation time and Personal Floaters
- Paid Holidays including Company's Annual Year End Shutdown
- Karma Cares Program (Quarterly Lunch)
- Work life Balance (Flexible and Hybrid Work Schedule)
- Employee Driving Program
- Pre-taxed Commuter Benefits & much more!
Compensation:$130,000 - $150,000 /annual salary. Compensation will vary DOE.
At Karma, our base pay is one part of our total rewards package.
Compensation offered may vary on multiple factors, including market location, education, skills and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position being offered.
