Controls Engineer

HL Mando; Michigan; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

HL Mando in Auburn, MI is seeking a Controls Engineer to model systems and develop control algorithms for vehicle systems. You will work on creating and analyzing the dynamics of steering and braking systems.

The ideal candidate will hold a master’s degree in Control Systems Engineering, have experience with Matlab and Simulink, and be skilled in presenting to customers. Telecommuting is allowed in accordance with company policy, provided you are within commuting distance.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Control Systems Engineering or related field required.
• Experience with linear system and stability analysis.
• Experience in modeling control designs and algorithms for vehicle systems.

Responsibilities

• Model systems and sub-system dynamics for vehicle controls.
• Design and develop algorithms for steering and power systems.
• Conduct stability analysis of the vehicle control systems.

Skills

PowerPoint presentations

Linear system analysis

Behavioral model analysis

Algorithm development

Vehicle Dynamics modeling

Education

Master's/foreign equivalent degree in Control Systems Engineering or related field

Tools

Matlab

Simulink

Job description

Indirect Auburn, MI, US

Job Description

Controls Engineer positions offered by HL Mando America Corporation (Auburn, MI). Model systems and sub-system dynamics and create robust controls designs. Design and develop algorithms. Make high level trade-offs to optimize system architecture. Translate vehicle level requirements, objective and subjective, into system requirements. Generate subsystem and component allocations to meet system level requirements. Improve and rectify issues with the vehicle control systems. Develop next generation vehicle control systems. Develop algorithms for safe operation and protection of drive systems. Develop diagnostics and protection mechanisms. Develop requirements for system components, including position sensors and current sensors. Develop new control algorithms as needed. Perform stability analysis to ensure various operating modes of the vehicle. Work with customers to ensure stable and safe system operations. Help in identifying solutions to the problems encountered. Work with MDK for integrating the system level algorithms. Work under the direction of a Senior Engineer.

• Requires a master’s or foreign equivalent degree in Control Systems Engineering or a related field.
• Education, training, or experience must include:
• Presenting to external customers using PowerPoint;
• Performing linear system analysis, EPS stability analysis, behavioral model analysis, algorithm transient and dynamic analysis, and software in loop development using Matlab and Simulink;
• Modeling systems and sub-system dynamics, and creating robust control designs;
• Designing and developing algorithms for steer by wire systems, force estimation, and EPS Value added functions; and
• Working with Vehicle Dynamics and modelling for electric power steering, electric brakes dynamic control, and ABS dynamics.
• Position reports to Auburn, MI office. Telecommuting permitted in accordance with company policy, but must live within commuting distance of stated office.
• Experience may be, but need not be, acquired concurrently.