Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) Electrical / Electronics Engineer
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The Ford Electrified Systems Engineering team is looking for a Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) Systems Engineer to design and maintain current and future HIL battery simulators that serve as testbeds for Battery Management System (BMS) software validation. You will work in a team environment to deliver HIL battery simulator testbeds on time with efficiency and quality.
As a HIL Systems Engineer, you will develop expertise in electric and hybrid vehicle high voltage traction battery fundamentals, gain knowledge in vehicle electrical and communication architectures, and become familiar with Ford's Global Product Development System.
Collaborate closely with HIL Hardware Engineers, HIL software engineers, electrical technologists, suppliers, BMS Systems Engineers, BMS Software Developers, and Test Engineers to develop a strong understanding of vehicle functions and implement appropriate design strategies for new features and updates.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design and development of battery HIL simulator functions and requirements.
- Design, implement, validate, and document MATLAB / Simulink models for interfacing to HIL system hardware and communication networks (CAN, CAN-FD, LIN).
- Build, validate, and document HIL I / O circuits and wiring harnesses to interface HIL simulator to electronic control units and subsystem sensors and actuators.
- Commission HIL system to achieve full system level functionality to satisfy BMS.
- Test scripts, automation, and user interfaces for HIL system.
- Maintain HIL system operation with updates to interface models, system hardware, user interfaces, and test automation as required.
- Investigate and resolve any HIL related issues in a timely manner.
- Train and support HIL users and customers with any HIL related activities.
Qualifications
B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related field.2+ years' experience developing or testing automotive embedded control systems.2+ years' experience in MATLAB and Simulink model development.2+ years' experience developing hardware-in-the-loop systems for testing embedded control systems.Even Better, You May Have
M.S. or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related field.5+ years' experience developing or testing automotive embedded control systems.5+ years' experience in MATLAB and Simulink model development.5+ years' experience developing hardware-in-the-loop systems for testing embedded control systems.Proficiency in MATLAB / Simulink modeling and simulation of plant and control systems highly desired.Proficiency in Python or similar programming language a plus.Experience with Battery Management System (BMS) desired.Experience developing hardware-in-the-loop system using OPAL, dSPACE or similar highly desired.Experience with creation and execution of test plans, test scripts, and test automation and generation of test reports highly desired.Excellent analysis and problem-solving skills.Good communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills required.Benefits
Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverageFlexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and moreFamily building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and moreVehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leasesTuition assistanceEstablished and active employee resource groupsPaid time off for individual and team community serviceA generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year's DayPaid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.For more information on salary and benefits, click here.
This position is a range of salary grades 6 - 8.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
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Onsite work of up to three days per week may be required for candidates within commuting distance of a Ford hub location.
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