Electric HV Charging System Sr. Engineer III
About The Position
Support the Zero Transmission group, formerly the eMobility Group, as a Senior Engineer for Charging Systems – Functions. Work with feature and component owners on software and controls implementation, lead function development and software implementation for base charging systems, ensure functions are implemented across various ECUs, and maintain cohesive software and network communication between components. Investigate advanced control strategies to improve the efficiency and capabilities of electrified powertrains. Lead technical development and strategy for advanced on-vehicle DC and AC charging systems, including fast-charging solutions that meet customer needs and use cases. Align DTNA requirements with global functions and contribute to concepts and innovation for next-generation charging systems, including very high-power charging. Implement charging systems in prototype and production vehicles, develop bidirectional and smart charging solutions, and implement charging communication such as ISO 15118. Work with engineering teams to validate functions and features, resolve charging software and interoperability issues during system- and vehicle-level validation, and represent DTNA in global systems engineering. Coordinate with internal and external partners, including colleagues in Europe, Detroit, Japan, and suppliers. The position is onsite in Portland, Oregon, and requires up to 20% domestic and international travel annually.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or a related engineering field.
- Six years of experience in electric powertrain, charging, and high-voltage systems development.
- Six years of experience developing electric-vehicle systems and software, including familiarity with vehicle networks, CAN, and communication protocols.
- Six years of experience designing embedded systems and developing controls for series ZEV vehicle projects.
- Experience with vehicle charging-station communication protocols and software.
- Experience with mechatronic systems interaction in automobiles.
- Experience with DC charging box design and integration into a vehicle.
- Experience working with cross-functional international teams to implement software and control requirements.
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 20% annually.
- Must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country where the position is located at the time of application; visa sponsorship and applications from existing visa holders are not available.
- Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check and may be required to complete a pre-employment drug screen.
Responsibilities
- Support the Zero Transmission group and collaborate with feature and component owners on software and controls implementation.
- Lead function development and software implementation for base charging systems.
- Ensure functions are implemented in various ECUs and that software and network communication between components is cohesive.
- Investigate advanced control strategies to optimize electrified powertrain efficiency and capabilities.
- Lead technical development and strategy for advanced on-vehicle DC and AC charging systems.
- Develop fast-charging solutions that meet customer needs and use cases.
- Align DTNA requirements with global functions.
- Contribute to future strategy, concepts, and innovation for next-generation advanced charging systems, including very high-power charging strategies.
- Implement charging systems in prototype and production vehicles in collaboration with other teams.
- Develop bidirectional and smart charging solutions in close collaboration with the connectivity group.
- Develop and implement charging communication, including ISO 15118.
- Work with engineering and PVE teams to validate functions and features.
- Lead resolution of charging software issues during system- and vehicle-level validation, including interoperability issues and controller coordination.
- Represent DTNA on the global systems engineering group and interface with charging components and infrastructure teams.
- Provide technical guidance and timely responses to internal and external customers with charging-system issues or inquiries.
- Stay current on technology developments and generate ideas and methods for vehicle design, systems, and process optimization.
- Coordinate efforts with internal and external partners, including colleagues in Europe, Detroit, Japan, and suppliers.
- Broaden expertise to become an expert in eMobility topics.
Benefits
- Annual bonus program.
- 401(k) company contribution, with company match up to 6% and a non-elective company contribution of 3–7% depending on age.
- Starting at four weeks of paid vacation.
- 13 or more calendar holidays.
- Eight weeks of paid parental leave.
- Employee assistance program.
- Comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs.
- Onsite fitness facilities at some locations.
- Tuition assistance.
- Paid volunteer time off.
- Short-term and long-term disability plans.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
