Electric Vehicle Engineer

1 week ago


Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom Institute of the Motor Industry. limited Full time
Job Description

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled Control Systems Engineer to join our team at the Institute of the Motor Industry. limited. As a key member of our engineering team, you will play a critical role in the development of real-time control software for battery-powered electric vehicles.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Collaborate with our Head of Whole Vehicle and Head of T+D software to develop software that meets the latest legislative, functional safety, cost, and performance standards.
  2. Re-engineer and re-architect proof-of-concept strategies to ensure they are suitable for use in production vehicles.
  3. Provide support for in-vehicle testing, powertrain testing, and calibration.
  4. Verify and validate control software using Model-In-The-Loop (MIL) and Hardware-In-The-Loop (HIL) testing.
  5. Develop clear and concise documentation to ensure seamless communication with the team.
  6. Contribute to the improvement of the software, focusing on enhancing vehicle reliability, efficiency, and driving refinement.

Requirements:

  1. Working knowledge of auto-coding with the MathWorks toolchain: Simulink, Stateflow, and Embedded Coder.
  2. Proficiency in C or C++ programming languages, particularly for embedded applications.
  3. Experience with MATLAB, Simulink, and Stateflow.
  4. Knowledge of HIL systems, such as dSpace.
  5. Understanding of automotive serial communications protocols, including CAN and Flexray.
  6. Experience with automotive calibration software, such as Etas INCA and Vector CANape.
  7. Demonstrable expertise in low-voltage (LV) system design in automotive applications.
  8. Ability to perform root cause analysis efficiently.
  9. Strong understanding of LV component design and construction.
  10. Experience with automotive standards and communication protocols.
  11. High standards for documentation and organization.

Personal Qualities:

  1. Hands-on experience in professional or personal environments, such as personal projects or factory floors.
  2. Experience working in small, collaborative environments.
  3. Ability to create and maintain momentum in the workplace.
  4. Evidence of lateral thinking in agile environments.
  5. Good attitude and optimism towards future challenges.
  6. Strong work ethic and genuine humility.
  7. Excellent record-keeping skills in written form.

Preferred Qualifications:

  1. Experience developing prototype software on rapid-prototyping controllers, such as Pi OpenECU and GEMS.
  2. Working knowledge of electric motors and inverters.
  3. Working knowledge of Li-ion battery cells and battery management systems.
  4. Experience developing software for safety-critical automotive applications, such as ISO 26262.
  5. Experience with scripting in MATLAB or Python.

What We Offer:

As a Control Systems Engineer at the Institute of the Motor Industry. limited, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects, collaborate with a talented team, and contribute to the development of innovative electric vehicles. If you are a motivated and experienced professional looking to take your career to the next level, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.



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