Matlab Developer

Global Connect Technologies; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Connect Technologies seeks an engineer to develop, implement, and validate diesel engine control algorithms using MATLAB/Simulink. You will design strategies for fuel injection, air management, EGR, turbocharging, and aftertreatment, and build models for engine performance and emissions.

You will support Model-Based Design from concept to production, generate production code with Embedded Coder, and assist ECU integration and calibration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Automotive Eng or related field.
• 3+ years of MATLAB/Simulink development experience.
• Experience developing control algorithms for diesel engines.
• Strong understanding of diesel engine fundamentals (combustion, fuel systems, turbocharging, EGR, aftertreatment).
• Experience with Model-Based Design (MBD).
• Knowledge of Embedded Coder and automatic code generation.
• Experience with ECU software development and integration.
• Familiarity with engine calibration and validation processes.
• Strong analytical and debugging skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain control algorithms for diesel engine applications using MATLAB/Simulink.
• Design and validate control strategies for fuel injection, air management, EGR, turbocharger control, and aftertreatment systems.
• Develop simulation models for diesel engine performance, emissions, and control system behavior.
• Support Model-Based Design (MBD) activities from concept through production.
• Generate production code using Embedded Coder and support ECU integration.
• Perform model verification, validation, and regression testing for quality.
• Collaborate with calibration engineers to optimize engine performance and drivability.
• Analyze test data and simulations to improve control system performance.
• Support HIL, SIL, and MIL testing.
• Develop and maintain engine control software documentation and specs.
• Participate in requirements analysis, architecture, and design reviews.
• Troubleshoot control software issues during development, testing, and integration.
• Support engine commissioning, validation, and field testing activities.

Skills

MATLAB/Simulink

Diesel engines

MBD

Embedded Coder

ECU software development

Diagnostics & debugging

Communication & teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automotive Engineering

Tools

dSPACE

ETAS INCA

Vector CANape

NI VeriStand

Job description

• Develop, implement, and maintain control algorithms for diesel engine applications using MATLAB/Simulink.


• Design and validate control strategies for fuel injection, air management, EGR, turbocharger control, combustion optimization, and aftertreatment systems.


• Develop simulation models for diesel engine performance, emissions, and control system behavior.


• Support Model-Based Design (MBD) activities from concept through production.


• Generate production code using Embedded Coder and support software integration into Engine Control Units (ECUs).


• Perform model verification, validation, and regression testing to ensure software quality and compliance.


• Collaborate with calibration engineers to optimize engine performance, fuel economy, emissions, and drivability.


• Analyze engine test data and simulation results to improve control system performance.


• Support Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL), Software-in-the-Loop (SIL), and Model-in-the-Loop (MIL) testing.


• Develop and maintain engine control software documentation, design specifications, and technical reports.


• Participate in requirements analysis, system architecture, and design reviews.


• Troubleshoot engine control software issues during development, testing, and vehicle integration.


• Support engine commissioning, validation, and field testing activities.


• Work closely with cross-functional teams including controls, calibration, validation, software, and mechanical engineering.


• Ensure compliance with automotive functional safety, software quality, and coding standards.


• Support continuous improvement initiatives for engine controls and software development processes.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automotive Engineering, or a related field.


• 3+ years of experience in MATLAB/Simulink development.


• Experience developing control algorithms for diesel engines.


• Strong understanding of diesel engine fundamentals including combustion, fuel systems, turbocharging, EGR, and aftertreatment.


• Experience with Model-Based Design (MBD).


• Knowledge of Embedded Coder and automatic code generation.


• Experience with ECU software development and integration.


• Familiarity with engine calibration and validation processes.


• Strong analytical and debugging skills.


• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with dSPACE, ETAS INCA, Vector CANape, or NI VeriStand.


• Knowledge of AUTOSAR architecture.


• Experience with CAN, CAN FD, J1939, UDS, and XCP protocols.


• Experience with HIL, SIL, and MIL testing.


• Familiarity with ISO 26262 Functional Safety.


• Experience with diesel engine calibration tools.


• Knowledge of GT-Power, AVL Cruise M, or AVL Concerto.


• Experience with Python or Embedded C.


• Understanding of emissions regulations (EPA, Euro VI, Tier 4, Bharat Stage VI).