Model Based Controls Engineer

FastTek Global; Towson (MD); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

FastTek Global in Towson, MD is seeking a Project Engineer, Model Based Design - Electric Motors, hybrid work with three days on-site in Towson.

You will drive robust motor models, calibrations, and validations using MATLAB/Simulink and Twin Builder, mentoring engineers and collaborating with suppliers and research partners.

Bachelor's or Master's in EE, 5+ years in electromagnetic and thermal motor design; PhD preferred; experience with brushless motors is a plus.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in electromagnetic and thermal motor design.
• Experience with model-based design methodologies.
• Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink for model development.
• Knowledge of brushless motor control is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Create robust motor models using model-based tools (MATLAB/Simulink, Twin Builder).
• Calibrate electromagnetic and thermal motor models.
• Simulate and verify motor models to catch early design issues.
• Refine electromagnetic design before prototyping.
• Establish workflows for electrical system modeling.
• Build motor/electrical part libraries for system-level use.
• Mentor engineers in model-based design and controls.
• Collaborate with teams, suppliers, and research institutions.
• Document control strategies, results, and validation processes.
• Support global certification and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Model-based design

Electrical motor design

Finite element analysis

Motor control

MATLAB/Simulink

Brushless motors

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering

PhD preferred

Tools

Twin Builder

2D/3D Finite Element Analysis tools

MIL/SIL/HIL testing environments

Job description

This is a Hybrid position and will require onsite work in Towson, MD three days a week.

Job Description:

• Candidate must specialize in Motor Design.
• Brushless Motors

The Job:

As a Project Engineer, Model Based Design - Electric Motors, you will be a key member of our internal Model Based Controls design team, responsible for:

• Creating robust, well documented electric motor models using model-based engineering tools (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink, Twin Builder).
• Developing and implementing calibration processes for electromagnetic and thermal models of electric motors.
• Simulating and testing (verifying) these motor models to find issues in early design processes.
• Modify electro-magnetic design of the motor based on early learning to correct the issues before physical prototyping.
• Establishing and keeping workflows and best practices for electrical system modeling within the team.
• Generate robust motor and electrical part library that can be used by System level modelling teams.
• Mentoring and training engineers in model-based design and controls engineering.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and research institutions to drive technological advancements.
• Documenting control strategies, simulation results, and validation processes specific to Electrical System.
• Supporting certification and regulatory compliance for global deployment.

The Person:

You are eager to learn, grow, and be recognized for your contributions. You embrace innovation and strive to make a positive impact. You have:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field (PhD preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in electromagnetic and thermal design of motors, with ability in model-based design.
• Proven experience with 2D and 3D finite element analysis tools for motor design.
• Experience in modeling 3-phase inverters, including thermal aspects.
• Strong knowledge of electrical system thermal modeling using lumped parameter circuits.
• Ability in MATLAB/Simulink and model-based development methodologies.
• Familiarity with MIL, SIL, and HIL testing environments.
• Experience with field-oriented control methods for brushless motor control (highly preferred).
• Knowledge of modelling of Lithium-ion battery system is a plus.