Location: Farmington Hills, Michigan USA
Join a talented and ambitious global engineering consultancy specializing in the rapid engineering and development of sustainable electrified propulsion systems and associated technologies, working directly and collaboratively with automotive, commercial vehicle, off-highway, aerospace and defense OEMs, Tier-1s and industry research bodies through our technical centers in North America, the U.K. and India.
You’ll be applying innovation and initiative on a daily basis to design and prototype propulsion and actuation systems for a new age of sustainable technology, within a refreshing, team-focused, rewarding culture and a 4½ day standard working week. Engineers are our priority, and development of their technical skills and business experience is our working goal. The systems we develop range from 1 Watt to mega-Watts and power vehicles and applications on land, in the air and on water and enabling our global customer base to do things that have not been done before. If this is your type of challenge, carry on reading and apply below.
Personal Profile and Experience
Do you enjoy working on fast-paced projects, applying your engineering skills to a wide variety of technologies and applications, whilst challenging yourself every day?
In the role of Senior Engineer – Control Systems, you’ll be responsible for providing project leadership to successfully deliver your own projects, as well as supporting those of others. You’ll support the wider engineering team, ensuring they are developing skills and capabilities that grow them and the function as a whole.
You’ll be operating in a fast paced project environment, needing technical, commercial and customer management skills whilst collaborating with some of the most innovative people, companies, and technologies on the planet. As part of an open, collaborative and diverse team, you’ll enjoy solving complex problems and contributing to a more sustainable future in an array of cutting edge industries, developing your own skills and those of the team around you.
What you will need
- At least 5 years’ experience in electrified powertrain control, and system development
- Bachelor degree in Engineering
- Expertise using Matlab/Simulink/Stateflow
- Understanding of the fundamentals of electric machine operation and the control thereof
- High standards of algorithm modelling and experience with model-based design techniques
- Understanding of the mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems that make up hybrid and EV powertrains
- A high level of aptitude and the ability to quicky learn and apply new engineering concepts on the job. Evidence of this capability should be demonstrated by the candidate
- Ability to be self-guided and determine innovative and robust solutions for a variety of control challenges
- A strong sense of ownership for assigned work and hold oneself to a high standard of the quality for delivered work
- Ability to interface with clients with a positive, inquisitive, and value-adding approach
What we can offer
An environment where you can be yourself and realise your full potential by having the support of the people you work with,
A people-oriented work culture, where we always follow through on our projects, no matter how big the challenge, and aim to build lasting relationships with our clients,
A competitive salary and benefits package which recognises your exceptional value to our business. These include:
Healthcare, dental & vision insurance,
Life insurance,
401(k) with employer match,
A flexible hybrid working arrangement,
37.5 hour (4 ½ day) standard work week,
DSD paid overtime policy,
Key Responsibilities
- Contribute to design and development of control software for electric machines and drive units across automotive, commercial transport, off-highway, and aerospace sectors
- Capture requirements for the embedded control systems of electrified products
- Design and develop algorithms for electrified propulsion applications using model-based design tools
- Make and contribute to software architecture decisions that facilitate the development of efficient and effective control software
- Create plant models for various hydro-electro-mechanical systems for MiL & HiL testing of software
- Perform software and calibration development on real hardware in test cells and in vehicles
- Generate formal reports, documentation and technical communication and deliver it effectively to customers
- Manage and deliver internal and external projects to a high standard within time and cost constraints
- Provide direction and guidance for a growing department across the entire product development lifecycle
- Carry out engineering tasks, executed to the highest level whilst following and developing DSD technical processes, procedures, and standards
- Develop and maintain strong collaborative relationships with peers, business development, and technical leaders
General Responsibilities
- Taking responsibility for your own continual development
- Working collaboratively with colleagues, clients, stakeholders and contributing to the team ethic at work
- Acting as a role model for DSD’s values and professional standards
- Developing your personal reputation with your peers and within customers and suppliers as an ambassador of DSD
- Exhibiting a passion for learning and facing new challenges
- Adapting to the needs of a growing and developing business
- Willing to undertake short and long haul-travel on behalf of the company
- Being fully aware of and actively complying with DSD’s policies and procedures
The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of the role. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills of the role holder. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract of employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.
DSD is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and welcomes all applications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or disability.
