Advanced Engineer, Power System Controls

Hyliion; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 132,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyliion, a leader in clean electricity solutions, is seeking an Advanced Engineer for their Power System Controls team in Austin, TX. The role focuses on developing control software for innovative power modules, requiring a strong engineering background and collaborative spirit. If you're ready to contribute to the future of energy, consider applying!

Benefits

Medical Plans with PPO or HDHP options

Dental Plans

Vision Plan

Life Insurance and AD&D Plans

Short and Long Term Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

401k/Roth 401k

Qualifications

• Education in Engineering or Computer Science.
• 5+ years of relevant experience required.
• Strong control systems knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate control algorithms for the Karno Power Module.
• Ensure timely delivery of control software.
• Prepare technical documentation and reports.

Skills

Knowledge and experience with genset control systems

Experience with software testing environments

Experience with Controller Area Networks (CAN)

Knowledge of electrical circuits

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to manage multiple projects

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Computer, or Systems Engineering

Master’s degree in relevant fields

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

Atlassian tool suite (Jira, Confluence)

Job description

Advanced Engineer, Power System Controls

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Hyliion is committed to creating innovative solutions that enable clean,flexible and affordable electricity production. TheCompany’s primary focus is to develop distributedpower generators that can operate on various fuelsources to future-proof against an ever-changingenergy economy.

Job Purpose

The Advanced Engineer, Power System Controls plays a key role in the design, development, and implementation of control software for Hyliion’s Karno Power Module. This position focuses on systems involving combustion, thermal management, pressure regulation, high-voltage, and power management. The engineer will be responsible for developing and validating control algorithms, tuning system parameters, and analyzing data to ensure performance meets engineering specifications. Additional responsibilities include preparing technical documentation, supporting root cause analysis, and ensuring timely, high-quality software delivery. The role requires cross-functional collaboration and occasional travel to support system testing and troubleshooting.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement high-quality control software for Hyliion’s Karno Power Module, which includes combustion, thermal, pressure, high-voltage and power management systems.
• Define and conduct tests to verify software and tune control parameters to meet key performance indicators.
• Prepare reports and technical documentation related to system performance, control strategies, and compliance.
• Process and analyze data to verify software against engineering specifications, support root cause analysis and for optimizing performance.
• Ensure on time delivery with
• Assistproduct team in defining customer requirements and generate corresponding engineering specifications.

Qualifications

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications include:

• Education, Experience and Certifications
  
  
  
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Computer, or Systems Engineering, or Computer Science or related field.
  
  
  • 5+ years of relevant experience.
  
  
  • Master’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Computer, or Systems Engineering, or Computer Science or related field
  
  
  
  
• Skills and Abilities
  
  
  
  • Knowledge and experience with genset, power plant or hybrid vehicle control systems.
  
  
  • Experience with software testing environments such as MIL, SIL,
  
  
  • Experience with Controller Area Networks (CAN).
  
  
  • Experience with PLCs or embedded systems
  
  
  • Knowledge and experience with electrical circuits, electromechanical systems and electrical wiring.
  
  
  • Good understanding of the V-model.
  
  
  • Experience with C/C++ or Python is a plus.
  
  
  • Experience with Atlassian tool suite (Jira, Confluence, and Bitbucket).
  
  
  • Controls software development in MATLAB/Simulink
  
  
  • Classical and modern control disciplines.
  
  
  • Ability to work safely in labs, dynos, etc.
  
  
  • Strong teamwork
  
  
  • Proven ability in managing multiple projects, priorities, and assignments with accountability.
  
  
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with cross-functional teams and prepare technical reports.
  
  
  • Position will require some travel to support testing, evaluate system performance or debug onsite issues.
  
  
  
  

Role Classification and Working Conditions

This is an exempt-level position. This position typically works in an office environment; and given the nature of our business is also exposed to engineering lab/operations/warehouses/production environments.

Physical/Other Requirements

• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to travel, as needed, by plane, automobile, etc.

We are not accepting candidates who require sponsorship for this position at this time.

• Medical Plans, with PPO or HDHP options
• Dental Plans, with buy-up option
• Vision Plan
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Plans, with buy-up options
• Short Term Disability, paid for by the company
• Long Term Disability, paid for by the company
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401k/Roth 401k
• Voluntary Accident Plans
• Voluntary Critical Illness Plans
• Hospital Indemnity Plan

Hyliion is proud to be an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, disability, veteran status. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to otherwise participate in the employment selection process, please direct your inquires to Hyliion’s human resources department at [e-mail].

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Technology, Information and Internet

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