Project Engineer – Vehicle Controls & Brake Controls

FEV Group; Madison Heights (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

FEV Group in Madison Heights, MI is seeking a Vehicle Controls & Brake Controls Engineer to contribute to development of advanced control systems for conventional, hybrid, and electric vehicles. You will design, calibrate, and validate control algorithms, work with software and hardware teams, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance through MiL/HiL testing and vehicle validation.

Candidates should have 3+ years in vehicle controls, strong MATLAB/Simulink and C/C++, and a solid grasp of

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical, mechanical, or control systems.
• 3+ years in vehicle controls, brake controls, chassis controls, or related automotive systems.
• Proven experience in vehicle control development, brake control, and vehicle dynamics.
• Strong understanding of control algorithms, modeling, and calibration techniques.
• Experience with MATLAB/Simulink and C/C++.
• MiL/HiL testing and vehicle-level validation experience.
• Knowledge of safety standards and automotive tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and optimize vehicle-level and brake control strategies.
• Define system and functional requirements with cross-functional teams.
• Integrate features at system level ensuring safety standards.
• Calibrate and validate control algorithms via simulation and testing.
• Work on prototype and production-intent solutions to meet specs and regulations.
• Collaborate with software, hardware, and validation teams.
• Support troubleshooting and continuous improvement throughout development lifecycle.

Skills

Vehicle controls

Brake controls

Control algorithms

MATLAB/Simulink

C/C++

MiL/HiL

Vehicle dynamics

Data analysis

Education

BSc Electrical Engineering

BSc Mechanical Engineering

MSc Control Systems

Tools

dSPACE ControlDesk

ETAS INCA

AUTOSAR

MISRA

Simulink

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Project Engineer – Vehicle Controls & Brake Controls
Madison Heights, MI

Description

FEV is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Vehicle Controls & Brake Controls Engineer to join our innovative team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of advanced control systems for a range of vehicles, including conventional, hybrid, and electric models. The successful candidate will play a key role in designing, integrating, and validating control functions that enhance vehicle performance, safety, and drivability.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and optimize control strategies for vehicle-level control functions and brake control systems.
• Define system and functional requirements in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Integrate vehicle features at the system level, ensuring seamless operation and compliance with safety standards.
• Calibrate and validate control algorithms through simulation, prototype testing, and vehicle testing.
• Work on both prototype and production-intent solutions to meet project specifications and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate closely with software, hardware, and validation teams to ensure robust system performance.
• Support troubleshooting and continuous improvement of control systems throughout the development lifecycle.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship or Green Card is required
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Control Systems, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in Vehicle Controls, Brake Controls, Chassis Controls, or related automotive control systems
• Proven experience in vehicle control system development, particularly in brake control and vehicle dynamics.
• Strong understanding of control algorithms, system modeling, and calibration techniques.
• Familiarity with automotive communication protocols and software development tools.
• Experience with prototype testing, validation, and verification processes.
• Ability to develop system-level and functional-level requirements for vehicle and brake control functions
• MATLAB/Simulink, C/C++
• Experience with MiL, HiL, and vehicle-level validation activities
• Strong understanding of vehicle electrical and electronic architectures
• Real-time control design methods and optimization techniques
• Ability to analyze and interpret vehicle and brake system test data
• Experience in rapid control prototyping using dSPACE, ETAS, or similar platforms
• Knowledge of vehicle-level functions such as drivability, traction control, launch control, cruise control, hill-hold, and brake blending

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Knowledge of safety standards and regulatory requirements related to vehicle control systems.
• Experience with brake-by-wire, regenerative braking, ABS, ESC, or vehicle stability control systems
• Experience with vehicle testing, calibration, and control algorithm validation
• Candidates with master's degree
• Knowledge of Functional Safety (ISO 26262), ASPICE, and Automotive Cybersecurity
• Familiarity with AUTOSAR, MAAB guidelines, MISRA standards, Functional Safety (ISO 26262), and Systems Engineering processes
• Familiarity with AUTOSAR, MAAB guidelines, MISRA standards, Functional Safety (ISO 26262), and Systems Engineering processes
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting skills

Understanding of the following tools used in automotive applications:

• dSPACE ControlDesk, AutomationDesk
• ETAS INCA, ATI Vision
• Microsoft Office

Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities