Chief Motor Controls Engineer (EV)

Northampton Business Directory; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Chief Motor Controls Engineer (EV) to lead the development of advanced electric propulsion systems. In this pivotal role, you will design and validate embedded control algorithms and software architectures, ensuring high-performance electric motor systems. Your expertise in MATLAB/Simulink and hands-on experience with dynamometer testing will be crucial for optimizing real-time control systems. Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to shaping the future of electric mobility and make a significant impact in the evolving landscape of electric vehicles.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in embedded software development for real-time control systems.
• Strong knowledge of electric motor control and power electronics.

Responsibilities

• Develop embedded control algorithms for traction and propulsion inverters.
• Implement and optimize real-time control systems for electric motors.

Skills

MATLAB/Simulink

Embedded Software Development

Electric Motor Control

Power Electronics

HIL Testing

AUTOSAR

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Master's in Electrical Engineering

Degree in Mechatronics

Tools

Dynamometer Testing

Microcontroller Programming

Job description

A producer of cutting-edge integrated electric motor and power electronics modules is currently looking to hire a Chief Motor Controls Engineer (EV). The successful candidate will lead the development of embedded control algorithms and software architectures for advanced electric propulsion systems.

The Chief Motor Controls Engineer (EV)will:

• Develop embedded control algorithms for traction and propulsion inverters using MATLAB/Simulink.
• Design, simulate, and validate motor control strategies for high-performance electric propulsion systems.
• Implement and optimize real-time control systems for electric motors and inverters.
• Conduct dynamometer-based validation and HIL testing to ensure system performance and robustness.
• Configure and integrate AUTOSAR base software for traction and propulsion inverter platforms.

The Chief Motor Controls Engineer (EV)will have:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
• Extensive experience in embedded software development for real-time control systems.
• Strong knowledge of electric motor control, inverters, and power electronics.
• Hands-on experience with dynamometer testing, HIL simulation, and real-time validation.
• Proficiency in AUTOSAR, low-level drivers, and microcontroller programming.
• Familiarity with functional safety standards (ISO26262) and software development for safety-critical applications.

For more details, simply apply online using an updated version of your CV, and a member of the EVera team will be in touch!