magniX · 3 days ago
Motor Control Engineer II
MagniX is a leader in electric propulsion for aerospace & defense, aiming to transform how aircraft are powered. The Motor Control Engineer II will develop and optimize motion control algorithms for electric motors, collaborating across teams and ensuring system integration from design to certification.
AerospaceAir TransportationElectrical Distribution
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and implement advanced motion control algorithms and simulation models for electric motors, focusing on efficiency, stability, and reliability across varied conditions
Architect and test high-performance control platforms for high-power converters/inverters, collaborating on embedded software/firmware implementation using model-based approaches
Define test plans, perform validation, and continuously improve algorithms based on test data, considering load variations and thermal impacts
Develop and maintain technical documentation, substantiation reports, simulation files, test data processing, and reports to align with certification requirements
Maintain accurate records of all design files, analysis, and test data in appropriate platforms identified by magniX
Contribute to cross-functional collaboration between software, power electronics, electromagnetic, and system teams to ensure seamless integration of motion control designs into the powertrain system
Support testing teams in test data processing, test reports, and troubleshooting findings in different test campaigns
Qualification
Required
B.S. or higher degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Engineering, or a related field
2+ minimum years of experience for Bachelors or Masters, will consider PhD directly out of school
Experience in designing and developing high-performance motion control for PMSMs
Knowledge of power converter topologies, modulation strategies, and advanced motor control algorithms, with expertise in field-oriented control techniques
Experienced in control algorithm validation through simulation and hardware testing, with a focus on performance optimization, reliability, and regulatory compliance
Preferred
Proficiency in using real-time digital simulation tools (RTDS, OPAL-RT, Typhoon) for implementing and testing control software
Competency with model-based programming languages for critical systems, such as Ansys SCADE, for robust control software development
Proven ability to work cross-functionally with software, power electronics, and system teams to support the integration of motion control designs
Experience in implementing real-time control software on DSP and FPGA platforms
Benefits
100% company-paid premiums for medical, dental, and vision insurance (for employees & dependents).
4 weeks paid vacation + 1-week annual end-of-year shutdown, sick time, and 11 paid holidays.
401K retirement plan with industry leading 9.5% company contribution.
Company paid Life insurance, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term disability insurance
Catered lunches and quarterly company fun-day events!
Company
magniX
magniX is bringing to market advanced all-electric propulsion systems for commercial aviation & defense.
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$74.3MKey Investors
NASA
2021-09-30Grant· $74.3M
Recent News
2025-09-09
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