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GILLIG · 3 days ago

Senior Powertrain Controls Engineer

Loveland, CO

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$75K/yr - $150K/yr

5+ years exp

GILLIG is the leading transit bus manufacturer in the United States, known for its commitment to environmentally friendly mobility solutions. The Senior Powertrain Controls Engineer will lead the development of control algorithms for powertrain and vehicle systems, ensuring compliance with safety and performance standards.

Automotive

Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Create functional requirements for vehicle behavior to ensure compliance with program requirements and standards. Define communication interfaces and protocols for all vehicle systems

Develop, test, and validate control algorithms to improve both existing and future bus capabilities. Design and implement customized algorithms for embedded controllers to optimize vehicle performance, drawing on foundational knowledge of EV specific architecture, components, and standards

Construct and modify codes/models using tools such as Simulink, MATLAB, and structured text for real-time embedded targets

Create environments to design, test, and refine electronic control systems prior to their integration on a vehicle

Actively contribute to software-specific design test plans. Perform hands-on troubleshooting, testing, and validation activities both onsite and in the field. Collaborate with engineers to bring up prototype buses and address issues effectively

Lead the development of advanced diagnostics and create detailed troubleshooting guides to support efficient issue identification and resolution. Provide technical input to generate bus manuals, ensuring accuracy and completeness

Architect and maintain control development processes, including version control, automated code review, and regression testing. Familiarity with typical development operations (DevOps) such as automated unit testing through CI/CD Git functionality is a plus

Release software through the Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system while maintaining traceability throughout the entire bus lifecycle

Lead continuous improvement efforts for control systems to enhance vehicle reliability, performance, and customer satisfaction. Analyze field data and feedback to identify areas for improvement

Qualification

Powertrain ControlsControl Algorithms DevelopmentMATLABSimulinkTroubleshootingCAN-Bus CommunicationModel-Based DevelopmentIndustry Standards KnowledgeTeam CollaborationTime ManagementTechnical Documentation

Required

Bachelor's or advanced degree in Engineering

Minimum 5 years of experience in the engineering industry, preferably in automotive, commercial, or heavy-duty vehicle design

Proficiency in MATLAB, Simulink, and Stateflow

Prior experience with the integration of controls systems with low and high voltage automotive hardware, such as DC-DC converters, motors, inverters, Li-ion batteries, and high-power chargers

Experience working with major component suppliers, engineering service suppliers, testing suppliers, and product validation engineers

Strong, hands-on experience in troubleshooting, product assembly, prototyping, testing, and validation at both onsite and remote locations

Expertise with open and closed loop control systems for sensors, actuators, body controllers, and ECUs, including proficiency in CAN-Bus, LIN, and Ethernet communication protocols

Model-based development with Simulink plug-ins such as Raptor or Motohawk

Fluent with BOM, documentation control, and revision/version management

High operating knowledge of industry standards such as FMVSS, NHTSA, DOT, NFPA, SAE, and NEC