Propulsion System Validation Engineer

Propulsion System Validation Engineer

Transforming the Future with Convergence of Simulation and Data

Job Summary :

Our client in Troy, MI is looking for a Propulsion System Validation Engineer. This is a contract position.

What You Get to Do :

Develop software validation test cases for the propulsion system modules (VCU, EDM, OBC, DCDC Converter, BMS) and LV and HV components

Work closely with Software, Electrical, Propulsion and Vehicle Integration teams on the integration of multiple control units on the test properties

Collaborate with Software, Electrical, and Safety teams to develop DFMEAs, DVP&Rs, and test properties validation plans

Write detailed test specifications and test scripts based on system and component requirements. Generate a testing plan that achieves targets at various milestones

Analyze and visualize large data sets from various data sources to understand the use cases and validation criteria

Post-process and analyze experimental data to validate and inform models

Generate test reports and communicate the analysis of results and tradeoffs

Root cause analysis, corrective action implementation, and escalation of risks to keep software development process on track

Identify opportunities for automation. Develop and implement processes to improve efficiency

Qualifications :

Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical, Computer Software, or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent from an ABET accredited or equivalent program is preferred

Minimum five (5) years' experience in using systems modeling platforms for test development, test automation, test requirements development, execution and reporting

Minimum five (5) years' experience working with low voltage and high voltage systems

Excellent communication, team building, and relationship building skills

Specific experience includes :

Open and closed-loop control systems for sensors, actuators, vehicle controllers, etc.

Low voltage components such as circuit breakers, relays, wiring, etc.

High voltage components such as HV thermal components, charge plugs, inverters, e-motors, DCDC converters, on-board chargers, battery packs

Proficient understanding of vehicle control systems, such as torque management, EV charging, thermal management, and gear state

Electric vehicle system requirements, testing, and validation Software / System

CAN-Bus, LIN, and Ethernet communication protocol

CAN tools such as CANalyzer, P-CAN, Kvaser, CANoe, CANApe, etc.

Measurement and calibration tools such as ETAS INCA, MDA, Concerto, CRETA, etc.

MATLAB, Simulink, and State flowcharts

Knowledge in scripting languages (such as Python)

Knowledge with a requirements management tool, such as Polarion or DOORS

8D, five whys, and other structured problem solving tools to diagnose complex issues

Industry standards such as FMVSSS, NHTSA, SAE, etc.

How You Will Be Successful :

• Envision the Future
• Communicate Honestly and Broadly
• Seek Technology and Business "First"
• Embrace Diversity and Take Risks

What We Offer :

Why Work with Us :

Altair is a global technology company providing software and cloud solutions in the area of data analytics, product development, and high-performance computing (HPC). Altair enables organizations in nearly every industry to compete more effectively in a connected world, while creating a more sustainable future. With more than 3,000 engineers, scientists, and creative thinkers in 25 countries, we help solve our customer's toughest challenges and deliver unparalleled service, helping the innovators innovate, drive better decisions, and turn today's problems into tomorrow's opportunities.

Our vision is to transform customer decision making with data analytics, simulation, and high-performance computing.

For more than 30 years, we have been helping our customers integrate electronics and controls with mechanical design to expand product value, develop AI, simulation and data-driven digital twins to drive better decisions, and deliver advanced HPC and cloud solutions to support unlimited idea exploration.

Ready to go? #ONLYFORWARD

At our core we are explorers; adventures; pioneers. We are the brains behind some of the world's most revolutionary innovations and are not only comfortable in new and unchartered waters, we dive headfirst. We are the original trailblazers that make the impossible possible, discovering new solutions to our customer's toughest challenges.

Altair is an equal opportunity employer. Our backgrounds are diverse, and every member of our global team is critical to our success. Altair's history demonstrates a belief that empowering each individual authentic voice reinforces a culture that thrives because of the uniqueness among our team.