Senior Thermal Controls Engineer

Terraline

  • Fremont, CA
  • 30+ days ago
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    Skills

    • Algorithmsunmatched
    • Automotive Automationunmatched
    • Automotive Engineeringunmatched
    • Calibrationunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Computer Engineeringunmatched
    • Contingency Plansunmatched
    • Control Engineeringunmatched
    • Control Systemsunmatched
    • Cross-Functionalunmatched
    • Data Analysisunmatched
    • Data Modelingunmatched
    • Dental Insuranceunmatched
    • Documentationunmatched
    • Electricityunmatched
    • Embedded Systemsunmatched
    • Financial Controlunmatched
    • HVACunmatched
    • Hand Toolsunmatched
    • Heat Transferunmatched
    • Heavy Equipment/Vehiclesunmatched
    • ISO (International Organization for Standardization)unmatched
    • Integration Testingunmatched
    • MATLABunmatched
    • Motion Controlunmatched
    • Negotiation Skillsunmatched
    • People Managementunmatched
    • Physicsunmatched
    • Powertrainunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Product Developmentunmatched
    • Product Supportunmatched
    • Product Testingunmatched
    • Propulsionunmatched
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    • Requirements Managementunmatched
    • Root Cause Analysisunmatched
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    • Software Validationunmatched
    • Stability Analysisunmatched
    • Systems Analysisunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Test Plan/Scheduleunmatched
    • Testingunmatched
    • Thermal Managementunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched
    • Travel Industryunmatched
    • Truckingunmatched
    • Vision Planunmatched
    • Willing to Travelunmatched

    Description

    Who we are:
    Terraline is creating the only clean-sheet, battery-electric heavy truck that is designed for any human or autonomous driver, and is capable of exceeding 500 miles of range. The Terraline team has decades of experience in the autonomous and electric vehicle industries, most notably the Tesla and Waymo Class 8 trucks. You will be working with a highly cross-functional team of systems, software, hardware and vehicle engineers, as well as an incredibly talented team of designers, technicians, and a wide range of other professionals.
    Position: Sr. Thermal Engineer - Automotive
    FLSA Classification: Exempt
    Reports to: Engineering Lead

    Primary Job Responsibilities:

    As a Sr. thermal control engineer, you will be responsible for designing and implementing  thermal control algorithms and software for various heat transfer systems in an electrical truck. As the team grows, you may be designated as a subject matter expert and will be asked to provide guidance to junior team members. The ideal candidate works well within a diverse team while also being able to operate independently and deliver projects on time and to specification. This candidate is able to solve complex problems by working up from the engineering fundamentals to develop the best solution, regardless of what others are doing or have done. We can’t change the world by doing it the way everyone else has done it! Finally, while we are an engineering driven company, you will need to be able to effectively communicate with our co-workers and partners in both technical and non-technical capacities. 

    Responsibilities:
    Lead requirement development and analysis of thermal control for powertrain, battery, HVAC of an electric truck.
    Design, development, implementation, testing and calibration of control algorithms for an electrical vehicle thermal system including HVAC system, powertrain cooling systems, HV battery pack cooling systems. 
    Develop test plans for validation of thermal software functions including on-vehicle testing
    Developing diagnostics and fault actions for various thermal subsystems
    Work with cross functional teams to perform root cause analysis, recommend solutions, and negotiate and execute contingency plans
    Support, organize and lead customer and supplier meetings
    Create report which address critical vehicle control issues and engage cross functional engineering support as required
    Documentation of algorithm development and testing results, and integration of the documentation within the relevant tools.
    Support product development and testing timeline planning with cross-functional hardware, controls, and software teams

    Job Requirements - Essential Skills:
    Solid control background in linear/nonlinear systems analysis, stability, and controller design
    Experience, understanding, and intuition for the physics of electric propulsion and motion control systems
    Creating dynamic models of electrical and mechanical systems
    Model development and data analysis in Matlab/Simulink
    Strong communication and preference for working in teams
    Hands-on work is an integral part of being an engineer at Terraline, so familiarity with and a willingness to use basic hand tools is necessary for success 

    Desired Skills:
    Experience with thermal control and calibration in electrical vehicle
    Good understanding of automotive functional safety standards like ISO 26262
    Familiarity with Electric Vehicle (EV) drive systems
    Capability of delivering high-quality code in an embedded environment

    Qualifications:
    MS/PhD in EE/ME or equivalent
    5+ years experience in controls system development, modeling, and implementation in an embedded environment
    3+ years working experience in automotive, or aerospace industries

    Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. Unfortunately, Terraline cannot sponsor new visa applicants at this time

    What we offer you:

    High-quality individual and family medical, dental, and vision insurance with an employer contribution
    Competitive compensation packages
    Employer-paid group term life insurance
    Employer-paid Short-term and Long-term disability insurances
    401(k) with company match
    Paid vacation
    Holidays following the Federal Holiday Schedule

    Physical demands:

    We are all hands on deck at Terraline in our efforts to create exciting change within the trucking world. The ideal candidate will be both adventurous and versatile. Daily activities could range from a full day of designing components at your desk, to full days working in the shop building out huge Class 8 trucks, and everything in between. Each day will be an adventure and you should feel comfortable handling moderately sized components within your daily routine.

    Travel required:

    Subject to periodic travel requirements. Company-related travel expenses reimbursed per the company’s Travel and Expense Reimbursement policy.

    Other duties:

    Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

    Terraline Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

    Terraline Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let the recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.

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    LocationFremont, CA

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