Senior Embedded Controls Engineer, Vehicle Motion
Jobgether
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Qualifications
- 10+ years of experience in embedded control systems development.
- Proven expertise in electrical hardware and systems development.
- Strong understanding of vehicle network protocols such as CAN, LIN, and Automotive Ethernet.
- Experience with CAN, LIN, Automotive Ethernet.
- Experience with hardware bring-up and prototype testing.
- Experience with functional safety principles.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement control strategies for vehicle motion systems.
- Collaborate with suppliers and integrate centralized motion control platforms.
- Conduct functional safety analyses and participate in validation testing.
- Partner with software integration and electrical hardware teams to align software requirements and ensure system performance.
- Conduct functional safety analyses and participate in test plan development to validate firmware functionality, stability, and performance.
- Develop subsystem diagrams, lead technical reviews, and support system validation throughout development stages.
- Coordinate with system integration leads to define requirements and validate components.
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Job description
This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior Embedded Controls Engineer, Vehicle Motion in the United States.
As a Senior Embedded Controls Engineer, you will play a key role in shaping the future of electric vehicle performance and safety. You’ll design and implement advanced control systems for vehicle motion, focusing on dynamic attributes such as steering, braking, and acceleration. This position combines deep technical expertise with hands‑on integration and testing to ensure optimal control, stability, and driving experience. You will collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to bring innovative vehicle technologies from concept to production while ensuring reliability, precision, and compliance with safety standards.
- Design and implement control strategies for vehicle motion systems, including both lateral and longitudinal dynamics.
- Collaborate with suppliers to define system functions, develop interfaces, and drive integration into centralized motion control platforms.
- Partner with software integration and electrical hardware teams to align software-level requirements and ensure seamless system performance.
- Conduct functional safety analyses and participate in the development of test plans to validate firmware functionality, stability, and performance.
- Develop subsystem block diagrams, lead technical reviews, and support system validation throughout all stages of vehicle development.
- Coordinate with system integration leads to define requirements, oversee component sourcing, and validate Device Transmittals.
- Support hardware validation, lab testing, and the setup of automation frameworks for unit, SIL, and HIL testing in early development phases.
- Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
- 10+ years of experience in embedded control systems development (e.g., chassis systems, VCM, or dynamic vehicle functions).
- Proven expertise in electrical hardware, prototype bring‑up, and systems development.
- Strong understanding of vehicle network protocols such as CAN, LIN, and Automotive Ethernet.
- Hands‑on experience with electrical test equipment (oscilloscopes, DMMs, signal generators, power supplies, etc.).
- Familiarity with functional safety principles and experience conducting system‑level safety assessments.
- Experience in creating and executing component‑level testing and validation procedures.
- Proficiency with software build tools (Bazel, Scons, CMake) and scripting languages such as Python.
- Solid grasp of software design fundamentals, system debugging, and hardware bring‑up.
- Excellent communication, problem‑solving, and teamwork skills in fast‑paced engineering environments.
- Competitive compensation aligned with experience and expertise.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage from day one.
- Flexible family care policies, including paid parental leave, backup childcare, and family‑building benefits.
- Vehicle discount programs and management lease options for employees and family members.
- Tuition assistance and professional development opportunities.
- Generous paid time off, including holidays and community service days.
- Option to purchase additional vacation time for enhanced work‑life balance.
- Hybrid work model offering flexibility with in‑office collaboration.
- Visa sponsorship available for eligible candidates.
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