Applications Engineer General

Altair Engineering, Inc.•Troy, MI

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

Transforming the Future with Convergence of Simulation and Data Applications Engineer General Job Summary: Our client in Dearborn, MI is looking for an Applications Engineer General. This is a contract position. What You Will Do: We are seeking a highly skilled High Voltage Power Outlet Design and Release with experience (5+ years) in the design, development, and testing of consumer charging systems for ICE, EV, and other electric-powered products. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in electrical engineering, embedded systems, and charging infrastructure technologies. This senior role requires a solid understanding of industry standards (DC-AC systems, High Voltage power outlets systems, and standards around the world), safety regulations, and a focus on providing innovative and reliable charging solutions for consumers. The successful candidate will offer technical leadership, mentor junior engineers, and ensure the continuous improvement of our products. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Stay informed on emerging trends and technologies within the consumer charging space and integrate new innovations into our products. Collaborate with other teams and stakeholders to ensure seamless integration of charging solutions with electric vehicles and consumer products. Provide expertise in charging technologies, including AC and DC charging, wireless charging, and fast-charging solutions. Ensure compliance with safety standards, regulations, and certifications (High Voltage system standards). Effectively manage projects, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality charging solutions. Basics: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or a related field. 5+ years of experience in designing and testing consumer charging systems or related technologies. Expertise in charging technologies such as AC/DC chargers. Deep understanding of automotive communication protocols (CAN, LIN, etc.). Experience with industry safety standards and regulatory compliance (e.g., ISO 26262, UL, IEC, FuSa). Proficiency with embedded systems and electrical circuit design. Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on consumer-facing solutions. Excellent communication and leadership skills, with a track record of mentoring engineering teams.Application Architect, PPAP, 3D Modeling, Technical Requirements, CATIA. Application Architect – The candidates know about automotive electric system and has worked in the past with it. PPAP – The candidates identify and can explain what a PPAP process is and the difference between PPAP0,1,2 and 3. 3D Modeling – If they know how to use Catia, SolidWorks, NX and Teamcenter. 3DX is also a good example. Technical Requirements – Have they worked with high current power outlets or DC to AC inverters. CATIA – Same as 3D modeling, what is their expertise and experience. Hybrid position (In office Monday thru Thursday). Preferred: Master’s degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or a related field. Formal training or certification in functional safety (ISO 26262) or related safety methodologies. Experience working with charging infrastructure and vehicle architectures. Experience mentoring engineering teams and leading technical initiatives. Familiarity with consumer-focused product design and user experience principles.Python, Program Management. Python – Do they have any programming knowledge? Can be other languages besides Python, like C++-. Program Management – Have they done any role at program management or can they identify the PMI handbook. 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: Competitive Salary Comprehensive Benefit Package 401(k) with matching contributions Paid Time Off Employee Discounts Free training on all Altair products Why Work with Us: Altair is a global technology company providing software and cloud solutions in the areas 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. To learn more, please visit altair.com 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 demonstrations a belief that empowering each individual authentic voice reinforces a culture that thrives because of the uniqueness among our team.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or a related field.
5+ years of experience in designing and testing consumer charging systems or related technologies.
Expertise in charging technologies such as AC/DC chargers.
Deep understanding of automotive communication protocols (CAN, LIN, etc.).
Experience with industry safety standards and regulatory compliance (e.g., ISO 26262, UL, IEC, FuSa).
Proficiency with embedded systems and electrical circuit design.
Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on consumer-facing solutions.
Excellent communication and leadership skills, with a track record of mentoring engineering teams.
Application Architect – The candidates know about automotive electric system and has worked in the past with it.
PPAP – The candidates identify and can explain what a PPAP process is and the difference between PPAP0,1,2 and 3.
3D Modeling – If they know how to use Catia, SolidWorks, NX and Teamcenter. 3DX is also a good example.
Technical Requirements – Have they worked with high current power outlets or DC to AC inverters.
CATIA – Same as 3D modeling, what is their expertise and experience.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or a related field.
Formal training or certification in functional safety (ISO 26262) or related safety methodologies.
Experience working with charging infrastructure and vehicle architectures.
Experience mentoring engineering teams and leading technical initiatives.
Familiarity with consumer-focused product design and user experience principles.
Python – Do they have any programming knowledge? Can be other languages besides Python, like C++-.
Program Management – Have they done any role at program management or can they identify the PMI handbook.

Responsibilities

Stay informed on emerging trends and technologies within the consumer charging space and integrate new innovations into our products.
Collaborate with other teams and stakeholders to ensure seamless integration of charging solutions with electric vehicles and consumer products.
Provide expertise in charging technologies, including AC and DC charging, wireless charging, and fast-charging solutions.
Ensure compliance with safety standards, regulations, and certifications (High Voltage system standards).
Effectively manage projects, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality charging solutions.