Automotive Thermal and HVAC Control Engineer

Glydways•Richmond, CA

2d•$180,000 - $230,000•Onsite

About The Position

Glydways is seeking an Automotive Thermal and HVAC Control Engineer to join their team. The role focuses on analyzing requirements, developing algorithms for thermal and HVAC cabin systems, and collaborating with software developers for implementation and testing. This position is crucial for ensuring optimal vehicle thermal management and cabin comfort within Glydways' innovative public transit system.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
Experience with control system development tools such as Dymola, MATLAB/Simulink, or Python.
Knowledge of automotive HVAC systems, thermal management components (e.g., compressors, heat exchangers), and sensors.
Experience with developing thermal control systems using PID or other types of feedback control.
Experience with thermal power modeling, including simulating and predicting energy usage in different operating conditions.
Familiarity with CAN bus communication protocols and embedded systems.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience with electrified vehicle thermal systems (e.g., battery cooling/heating) preferred.
Hands-on experience with HIL testing or virtual calibration techniques preferred.

Responsibilities

Analyze system requirements for automotive thermal management and HVAC systems.
Design and develop control algorithms for thermal systems, including HVAC cabin climate control.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software developers, to translate algorithms into functional code.
Validate and test control algorithms using simulation tools, Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL), and real-world testing environments.
Conduct thermal architecture analysis using 1 dimensional modeling techniques (Dymola preferred).
Provide feedback for thermal system architecture optimization and improvement.
Optimize system performance for energy efficiency, reliability, and occupant comfort.
Conduct root-cause analysis and resolve issues in thermal system performance.
Document technical specifications, test plans, and results.