Sr. Drivetrain Controls Engineer

* Sr. Drivetrain Controls Engineer
• Job Category
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• Engineering
• Requisition Number
• SRPRO01739 Showing 1 location
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• Description
• Position Overview
• This position will provide comprehensive support to Proterras Drivetrain Engineering Manager and other site leadership team members in Greenville, SC. You will be responsible for developing and validating drivetrain system controls for current and future heavy-duty electric vehicles. This position requires a solid understanding of controls development through the use of MATLAB Simulink.
• About the Role You will:
• Develop control system requirement documentation through understanding of: supplier specifications, regulatory requirements, customer specification and overall engineering expertise
• Design and release software utilizing MATLAB/Simulink auto code generation tools.
• Generate test and validation plans to confirm control system meets functional and performance requirements.
• Analyze both field and simulation data to improve controls system robustness and develop novel solutions to existing issues.
• Work cross-functionally with the other groups to ensure electrical and mechanical systems are properly integrated with control strategies.
• Interface with various drivetrain component suppliers to maintain system level specifications, service support and validation
• Create robust DFMEA and safety analysis documentation including recommendations of future functional safety/robustness improvements
• Work with product validation group to ensure product is validated to meet system requirements
• Support field incident resolution for issues related to controls and integration
• Occasionally provide onsite support for delivered products and application-specific development
• Setup and execute tests in the engineering lab using HIL, SIL, and component test setups
• Experience in data acquisition methods, best practices and calibration tools such as Canalyzer, INCA, PiSnoop, ATI Vision, etc.
• About Our Group:
• As strategic partners, the Engineering team strives to ensure that our values, culture and engagement always allow us do great things for our company.
• We strive to provide the highest level service and support to our clients each and every day.
• We work collaboratively to build strong relationships with our clients, partners, and own team.
• We treat each other with respectand always try to have a little fun every day!
• This position will be part of the Greenville based Engineering team that supports Proterras Manufacturing and Engineering operations in Greenville, SC.
• You will report to the
• Site Drivetrain Engineering Manager
• and collaborate with other Engineering team members located at our headquarters in Burlingame, CA and other manufacturing facility in Los Angeles, CA.
• About You:
• Self-starter with the ability to adapt interpersonal styles and techniques to influence at all levels of the organization.
• Customer-focused attitude, with high level of professionalism and discretion.
• The ability to work cross-functionally and independently is a must
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality, establish trust and credibility, and act with complete integrity.
• Detail-oriented, resourceful and diligent.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Sound judgment and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent English communication skills.
• Your Experience Includes:
• Bachelors Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer, or Software Engineering Required
• Advanced Engineering Degree a plus
• Understanding of engineering design process best practices including proper documentation, requirements, reviews, DFMEA, and safety analysis (ISO 26262)
• 4+ years of progressive controls engineering experience in the industrial, automotive or transportation industries. HEV or EV experience is a plus
• Experience with transportation industry electrical architectures and controls system is a plus
• Good understanding of control system hardware, I/O implementation and instrumentation
• Working knowledge of hybrid or EV drivetrain systems such as power electronics, traction motors, transmissions, J1939 and battery systems
• Previous involvement with software configuration management systems such as SVN
• Extensive experience and every day application using MATLAB/Simulink, other languages a plus
• You might also have:
• HEV or EV experience.
• Advanced Engineering Degree.
• Extensive experience and every day application using MATLAB/Simulink or other languages.
• Location:
• Greenville, SC
• Travel:
• 0 - 10%
• Proterra is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, providing equal employment opportunities to all Employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law or ordinance. Proterra participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program (E-Verify).
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