BMS Application Engineer

CloudIngest; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

CloudIngest in Troy, Michigan is looking for a highly motivated BMS Application Software Engineer. The role involves the development and validation of Battery Management System software for next-generation electrification programs.

The ideal candidate should have over 7 years of experience and strong knowledge in automotive software development, specifically in lithium-ion battery systems, BMS algorithms, and CAN communication. The position requires familiarity with MATLAB/Simulink and debugging tools.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in BMS software/application development.
• Strong understanding of lithium-ion battery systems and BMS architecture.
• Experience in embedded C software development.

Responsibilities

• Develop and integrate BMS application software for lithium-ion battery systems.
• Configure and calibrate BMS parameters for different battery packs.
• Perform debugging and issue analysis using CAN tools.

Skills

Embedded automotive software development

BMS algorithms

CAN communication

Diagnostics

Battery behavior understanding

Problem-solving

Debugging skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related field

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

CANalyzer

CANoe

Vector tools

ETAS tools

Lauterbach

Job description

We are looking for a highly motivated BMS Application Software Engineer to join our growing engineering team working on next-generation electrification programs. The candidate will be responsible for development, integration, calibration, and validation of Battery Management System (BMS) application software for EV, ESS, and automotive battery platforms.

The ideal candidate should have strong hands-on experience in embedded automotive software development, BMS algorithms, CAN communication, diagnostics, and battery behavior understanding. Experience with MATLAB/Simulink and model-based development is considered a strong advantage.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and integrate BMS application software features for lithium-ion battery systems.
• Work on core BMS functions including SOC, SOH, SOP, cell balancing, thermal management, contactor control, fault diagnostics, and protections.
• Configure and calibrate BMS parameters for different battery packs and vehicle platforms.
• Develop application software requirements and maintain traceability.
• Support software integration on BMS ECUs/BCUs.
• Perform debugging and issue analysis using CAN tools and embedded debuggers.
• Work with cross-functional teams including systems, hardware, validation, controls, and vehicle integration teams.
• Participate in software verification, validation, and vehicle testing activities.
• Support HIL/SIL testing and validation activities.
• Prepare technical documentation, reports, and release notes.
• Ensure compliance with automotive software development processes and standards.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Embedded Systems, Automotive Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years of verifiable experience in BMS software/application development.
• Strong understanding of lithium-ion battery systems and BMS architecture.
• Experience in embedded C software development.
• Experience with CAN communication protocols and automotive networking.
• Hands-on experience with tools such as CANalyzer, CANoe, Vector tools, ETAS tools, Lauterbach or similar debuggers.
• Good understanding of automotive software development lifecycle.
• Experience with diagnostics, calibration, and fault handling.
• Familiarity with AUTOSAR concepts is an advantage.
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.