Lead the design and development of battery HIL simulator functions and requirements
Design, implement, validate, and document MATLAB/Simulink models for interfacing to HIL system hardware and communication networks (CAN, CAN-FD, LIN, etc.)
Design, build, validate, and document HIL I/O circuits and wiring harnesses to interface HIL simulator to electronic control units and subsystem sensors and actuators
Commission HIL system to achieve full system level functionality to satisfy BMS
Design, implement, validate, and document test scripts, test automation, and user interfaces for HIL system
Maintain HIL system operation with updates to interface models, system hardware, user interfaces, and test automation as required
Lead investigation and resolution of any HIL related issues in timely manner
Train and support HIL users and customers with any HIL related activities
Requirements
B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or any related field of education
2+ years’ experience developing or testing automotive embedded control systems
2+ years' experience in MATLAB and Simulink model development
2+ years’ experience developing hardware-in-the-loop systems for testing embedded control system
M.S. or higher in related fields preferred
5+ years’ experience developing or testing automotive embedded control systems preferred
5+ years' experience in MATLAB and Simulink model development preferred
5+ years’ experience developing hardware-in-the-loop systems for testing embedded control system preferred
Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink modeling and simulation of plant and control systems is highly desired
Proficiency in Python or similar programming language is a plus
Experience with Battery Management System (BMS) is desired
Experience developing hardware-in-the-loop system using OPAL, dSPACE or similar is highly desired
Experience with the creation and execution of test plans, test scripts, and test automation and the generation of test reports is highly desired
Excellent analysis and problem-solving skills
Good communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position; candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Onsite work of up to three days per week may be required for candidates within commuting distance of a Ford hub location