Control Engineer

Job description

Who we are:

S0L0 AVT is building the safest, greenest and most cost-effective long-haul truck - ever. With experienced leaders in the field, we're building a solution that will upend the logistics trucking industry. 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.

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Reports to: Engineering Lead

Primary Job Responsibilities:

As a Senior Controls Engineer, you will design, simulate and implement control algorithms and specify systems and components to control various features related to the overall movement of the truck. You will be release responsible for your work. You will also be engineering responsible for certain aspects of pre-production builds. 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.

Job Requirements - Essential Skills:

• Solid background in linear systems analysis, stability, and controller design
• Experience, understanding, and intuition for the physics of basic 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 SOLO AVT, so familiarity with and a willingness to use basic hand tools is necessary for success.

Desired Skills:

• Familiarity with control of non-linear systems
• Familiarity with Electric Vehicle (EV) drive systems
• Capability of delivering high-quality code in an embedded environment
• Familiarity with embedded microprocessor design process: compilers, debuggers, IDE, versioning systems
• Experience developing in an RTOS environment

Qualifications:

• BS/MS/PhD in EE/CS or equivalent
• 5+ years experience in controls system development, modeling, and implementation in an embedded environment
• 3+ years working in a relevant industry like transportation, robotics, construction equipment, etc.

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.

Supervisory responsibilities: None

Physical demands: We are all hands on deck at SOLO AVT 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.

SOLO AVT, 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.

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