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Tau Motors · 3 weeks ago

Senior Embedded Controls Engineer, Power Conversion

Redwood City, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$120K/yr - $210K/yr

5+ years exp

Tau Motors is a venture-backed advanced technology company based in the Bay Area, specializing in next-generation products for electrification. They are seeking a highly skilled Embedded Controls Engineer to lead the design of control systems and embedded software for motor control and high-voltage power conversion systems, enhancing functional performance and safety across various applications.

AutomotiveElectric VehicleManufacturing

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Responsibilities

Lead Control Systems Design and embedded software for motor control and high-voltage power conversion while maintaining high safety and reliability

Implement advanced control algorithms for multiple power conversion topologies, optimizing for system-level efficiency and performance

Write high-quality embedded code (C) and execute comprehensive testing plans for control algorithms, including unit tests and HIL simulations to validate system behavior

Implement functional safety considerations in your designs, including defining the functional safety goals and concepts for achieving ASIL and ISO 26262 compliance

Create revision and release control procedures to enable agile codebase development across growing teams, facilitating rapid iterations and enhancements with high code quality

Manage requirements and development backlogs, prioritizing and triaging new features and bug fixes in alignment with project goals and timelines

Partner with the validation team to establish and enhance Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) and Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) capabilities, enabling rapid development and validation of hardware and software functionalities

Develop software verification plans for new intuitive, robust features that meet the highest quality standards

Be a technical leader guiding the team through development plans and skill development

Organize and triage issues to enable successful delivery of program goals and requirements

Define control system architectures that ensure quality execution and set best practices for documenting implementation control system architecture plans

Qualification

Embedded programmingControl systems designFunctional safety principlesPower conversion applicationsReal-Time Operating SystemsData analysis toolsAgile methodologiesCommunicationCross-functional collaborationLeadership skills

Required

Demonstrated experience in architecting software and control systems design, particularly for motor control and power conversion applications

Proficiency in embedded programming, especially in C or C++, with a tight focus on timing requirements and peripheral synchronization like those found in power electronics control applications

Ability to design and plan system architectures cross-functionally

Comfort developing RTOS and bare metal solutions and implementing best practices and disciplines for software engineering

Hands-on experience designing and troubleshooting embedded hardware and complex systems, including distributed controls and communication

In-depth knowledge, hands-on experience, and application of functional safety principles, including ASIL levels and ISO 26262 compliance

Proven experience managing software development processes, including proper documentation, requirements management, backlog prioritization, and agile methodologies

Experience using data analysis tools (e.g., Python, MATLAB/Simulink) for model development and performance evaluation of control strategies

Familiarity with power conversion topologies and their applications in electrified systems

Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach to problem-solving in cross-functional teams

Leadership for developing technical solutions and facilitating efficient execution to meet program goals and requirements

Preferred

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechatronic engineering, or equivalent degree focusing on control systems

5+ years' experience in embedded programming in C or C++ for high-integrity systems

3+ years' experience in using Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS) such as FreeRTOS, Zephyr, SafeRTOS

Experience with digital bus standards such as SPI, I2C, CAN, LIN, and Ethernet and communication protocols such as UDS, XCP, DOIP, and TCP/IP

Experience with developing on small, specialized multiprocessors

Experience using debuggers, oscilloscopes, JTAG, logic analyzers, etc

Familiarity with Distributed Real-Time Systems (DRTS)

Proven ability and in-depth understanding of hardware and software interface design

Industry experience in implementing production firmware and software solutions that are modular, easy to integrate, and releasable to customers and commercial partners

Solid knowledge of Git, bug tracking software (Jira or other), and peer review workflows

Benefits

Annual performance bonus

Equity

Other incentive compensation plans

Stock options

Flexible time off and paid holidays

Excellent medical, dental, vision, and life insurance for full time team members.

401(k)

HSA and FSA benefits

Commuter benefits

Ancillary benefits including OneMedical membership

A variety of telehealth services

Company

Tau Motors

Tau Motors specializes in developing advanced technology for electric systems.

Founded in 2017

Redwood City, California, USA

51-200 employees

https://taumotors.com/

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