Lead Electrical Motor Control Engineer

Company Description

Gentiam Consulting is a leader in electric and hybrid powertrain systems for sustainable and high-performance applications. Our team is driven by innovation in energy management and system integration, providing adaptable, safe, and efficient solutions across the transportation sector. We believe in empowering engineers to drive advancements in hybrid and electric powertrain technology. If you are passionate about engineering challenges in high-power applications and are ready to apply your expertise in electrical design, we encourage you to join us.

Job Description

We are looking for a multidisciplinary Lead Electrical Motor Control Engineer with experience in high-power electrical equipment. This role involves design, development, and testing of motor control algorithms for various motor types, including PMAC, Induction Motor, and SRM. This role involves utilizing dynamic system simulation tools and engaging in high-performance motor control algorithm research. The candidate will work closely with multi-disciplinary teams to design, analyze, and optimize powertrain components for maximum performance and reliability.

Key Responsibilities

- Design, development and test of motor control algorithms for PMAC (including IPM), Induction Motor, SynRM, and SRM (Switched Reluctance Motor), as well as potentially other motor types

- Design, development and test of controls schemes for vehicles

- Develop dynamic system simulation models using MATLAB/Simulink, Simscape, and other tools

- Accurately model motor, inverter, and system performance to meet target specifications

- Developing procedures for motor and system testing

- Research and develop novel high-performance motor control algorithms.

- Carry out motor characterization and motor controller sign-off procedures

- Provide technical support to applications, validation, software, and sales

- Review system requirements and specify design and test requirements

- Document design architecture and high-level designs, producing user guides and white papers to be consumed by all levels of the business and externally

- Develop software modules and tools using C and Python

- Ensure software design follows company quality and safety procedures

- Interpret customer and product specifications to create functional software specifications

- Ensure work is carried out safely and complies with local 5S protocols

- Communicate findings, issues, constraints, delays, and progress to internal customers and supervisors

- Supervise and mentor interns, providing technical guidance and fostering their professional development

Eligibility Requirements

- A degree or equivalent in the following discipline is required: BSc (Hons) in Electrical and Electronic Engineering or equivalent

- Experience within the following industries and ability to learn/lead within them:

- Batteries and Energy storage

- Engine gensets and Powerplants

- Motors

- Power distribution systems

- Thermal, LV, HV, and safety systems

- Extensive knowledge of core motor types used in traction drive applications and their operation

- Proficiency in vector control methods and modulation schemes for VSIs

- Strong understanding of physical principles in motor drives and vehicle applications.

- Basic understanding of power electronics and electrical laws

- Extensive experience with MATLAB/Simulink and associated code generation tools.

- Familiarity with MAB Modelling Guidelines and debugging models

- Experience and proficiency in development of real-time embedded software (e.g. C/C++ language) as well as debugging on real-time embedded systems

- Experience with laboratory test equipment, dynamometers, and performance testing equipment

- Experience working in high voltage labs

- Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

- Flexible approach to work, recognizing changes in the emphasis of duties

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Base Pay: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Relocation assistance

Work Location: In person