EV Powertrain Controls Engineer — Torque & Driveability

Applus IDIADA; la Bisbal del Penedès; Híbrido; EUR 60.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Subsidized canteen

Free language courses

Transport assistance

Coaching services

Descripción de la vacante

Applus IDIADA is seeking an experienced Powertrain Controls Engineer to lead development and calibration of torque management systems for electrified powertrains. The role combines technical development with project management to drive innovation in EV controls.

The candidate will design control strategies, calibrate using MATLAB/Simulink, and coordinate cross-functional teams while supporting testing across proving grounds and climatic chambers.

Formación

• Minimum 3 years of experience in powertrain controls development and calibration, preferably in electric vehicles.
• Experience in torque management and powertrain control strategies.
• Strong proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink and controls development toolchains.
• Project management experience in automotive engineering projects.
• Analytical mindset with creative problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent teamwork, organizational, and communication skills.
• Customer-focused approach with ability to work autonomously.
• Flexibility to travel internationally as required.
• Valid B driving license (additional licenses are a plus).

Responsabilidades

• Manage project timelines, task coordination, and resource planning.
• Monitor project progress and ensure deliverables meet quality standards.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and optimize manpower allocation.
• Develop and calibrate powertrain control strategies, with focus on torque management systems.
• Design and implement control algorithms using Simulink and related development tools.
• Conduct vehicle testing at proving grounds and climatic chambers for controls tuning and validation.
• Analyze test data and optimize calibration parameters for performance and efficiency.
• Present testing results and technical findings to clients.
• Propose technical improvements and defend engineering solutions.
• Contribute to R&D projects to develop new services and capabilities.
• Drive continuous improvement and innovation in internal processes.

Conocimientos

Powertrain controls

Torque management

Project management

Analytical mindset

Teamwork

Communication skills

Autonomy

Willingness to travel

B driving license

Educación

Master's degree in Engineering

Herramientas

MATLAB

Simulink

Descripción del empleo

Applus IDIADA is seeking an experienced Powertrain Controls Engineer to lead development and calibration of torque management systems for electrified powertrains. The role combines technical development with project management to drive innovation in EV controls.

The candidate will design control strategies, calibrate using MATLAB/Simulink, and coordinate cross-functional teams while supporting testing across proving grounds and climatic chambers.