Software Engineer - Electrification (EV)

Company: LER TechForce LLC
Location: Savannah
Posted on: April 18, 2024

Job Description:

Software Engineer - Electrification (EV)

LER TechForce is looking for a Software Engineer with hardware experience. This full-time position offers the opportunity to be a part of an OEM engineering team out of Savannah, GA focused on developing a software-based vehicle in a market segment historically not employing this level of technology. The combination of smart trailers, electrification and object detection systems provide the ideal partner vehicle to work with L4/L5 autonomous heavy-duty Class 7 and 8 tractors. The position requires working with health monitoring devices communicating with ECU's, DC battery and power management technology, smart solar panel technology, CAN databus using SAE J1939, and the developing technology on all-electric powered smart trailers of object detection.

Candidates should be self-motivated and excel working in an R&D lab setting especially with hands-on experience working with electronics hardware. Individuals with experience working in the heavy-duty commercial vehicle industry with knowledge of powertrains and wired communication protocols in automotive provide an excellent background for this position.

WHO WE ARE:
LER TechForce is an industry leader in embedded controls, software, functional safety, and engineering. For over 20 years LER has been working with customers across North America to meet their engineering challenges. Learn more about us LER TechForce: Life - LinkedIn

JOB LOCATION:
Savannah, GA.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

• Work directly with other Engineers and Technicians in a Lab setting with large vehicles.
• Evaluates low-power hardware improvements along with energy storage and management technologies (batteries, battery management systems, energy harvesting, powertrains, etc.)
• Coordinates the interface of microcontrollers with digital and analog sensors.
• Completes interfacing with multiple ICs and systems using standard communication protocols (UART, I2C, SPI, etc.)
• Creates PC models for interfacing and debugging embedded firmware.
• Provides and maintains test reports and proper design documentation.
• Ensures compliance of designs with applicable regulatory standards.
• Maintains detailed action item lists for all development programs. Coordinates regular meetings with required resources to review and update program status, goals and action items. Works in conjunction with senior engineering manager to address resource and timing concerns.
• Coordinates the technical design and test aspects of new development programs with suppliers and divisions in conjunction with Future Technology management as required.
• Provides continuous improvement through employee development, process improvement and elimination of waste. Helps to assure safety in the office and laboratory.
• Plan own work after definite objectives are set by the manager, referring only unusual cases to the manager.
• Other activities as appropriate.
  WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:
  ESSENTIAL:
  • Education: Bachelor's Degree in Mechatronics Engineering.
  • 3 - 5 years of experience working with battery technology, vehicle systems ECU's, SAEJ1939 standards.
  • C / C++ Programming
  • MIL and HIL development work with the design team
  • Hardware/Software Testing and Debugging
  • Experience with CANoe or similar CAN software desired
  • Knowledge of standard communication protocols used on heavy vehicles such as CAN (ISO, J-1939, J-1708), Serial (RS232, 485).
  • Experience with wireless data communications including (RF, Bluetooth, Thread, Wi-Fi, etc)
  • Low-Power Microcontroller Development (preferably with the MSP430)
  • Circuit Layout
  • Signal Conditioning and data acquisition at the Client level.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage major development projects and meet deadlines.
  • Demonstrated product innovation.
  • Experience with sensor technologies in the vehicle industry PREFERRED:
    • Software/coding experience: C++, Python, Embedded C, RTOS, Openthread, IPv6, IPv4, IEEE 802.15.4, CoaP Servers
    • Experience coding ARM based MCU's, creating embedded C libraries.
    • Circuit Design and Prototyping (OrCAD, Eagle)
    • Cybersecurity for wireless electronics
    • Qualification Standards and Testing Procedures (FCC and Automotive markets)
    • Development of low-power electronics (battery)
    • PCB Level Soldering
      WHAT YOU'LL GET:
      • Full benefits: medical, dental, vision, etc.
      • 401K with a match
      • Short-term & Long-term disability, life insurance and other optional benefits
      • Employee Assistance Program
      • Employee Discounts
      • Ongoing professional development opportunities including Technical Training and Leadership Development
      • The opportunity to work on industry leading projects #LI-MC1

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