ALSO. · 2 months ago
Powertrain Modeling Engineer
Palo Alto
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$160K/yr - $220K/yr
6+ years expALSO is an electric mobility company focused on creating innovative small EVs. They are seeking a Powertrain Modeling Engineer to develop and lead the reliability of electric mobility vehicles, bridging theoretical modeling and real-world performance through advanced modeling and data analysis.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleManufacturingTransportation
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain multi-domain and high fidelity models of vehicle subsystems of an electric vehicle (e.g., drivetrains, battery systems, inverters, DC/DC converters, motors, gear boxes, braking, thermal systems)
Simulate and analyze powertrain behavior under various use cases, operating conditions, and control strategies. Deep expertise in electrical system dynamics, transient current behavior, and battery ripple current analysis to support the design, optimization, and validation of advanced electrified powertrains
Create models that aid in analyzing efficiency, range estimation, thermal performance, cost analysis, and drive cycle generation
Ability to take motor electre-magnetic model and convert into form that runs at full system model level
Ability to take battery cell supplier data and create cell and pack models for powertrain system level modeling as well as for use in BMS algorithm development
Process and analyze data collected from prototypes, test benches, and field-deployed vehicles
Correlate model predictions with real-world data to validate and refine simulations
Work cross-functionally with hardware, firmware, and software teams to improve model fidelity and product performance
Support data pipelines and dashboards for system health monitoring, usage profiling, and reliability tracking
Translate modeling and data insights into actionable engineering recommendations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree minimum in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or related field
6+ years of experience in physical systems modeling (e.g., Simulink, Modelica, MATLAB, or equivalent tools)
Strong Matlab and Simulink experience
Strong experience with Python or other data analysis tools (e.g., Pandas, NumPy, Jupyter)
Familiarity with vehicle dynamics, control systems, or battery/electric powertrain modeling
Hands-on experience with time-series data analysis and signal processing including filtering and fourier analysis
Familiarity with CAN bus protocols, vehicle telemetry, or IoT data systems
Preferred
Master's degree preferred in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or related field
Benefits
Robust health coverage. Excellent health, dental and vision insurance covered up to 100% by ALSO with FSA & HSA options.
One Medical membership and dedicated insurance advocates.
Rich fertility and family building benefits with Progyny.
Flexible time off.
401(k) match.
Company
ALSO.
We’re ALSO, an electric mobility company originally conceived as a part of Rivian.
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$305MKey Investors
GreenoaksEclipse Ventures
2025-07-08Series Unknown· $200M
2025-03-26Series Unknown· $105M
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