Principal Embedded Software Engineer - Energy Storage Systems

Pinnacle Professional Services • Full-time • Hudson, Massachusetts • 17m ago

Company Description

PPS customer is a growing battery company.

Job Description

A green field opportunity to shape next generation of Energy Storage. The Principal Embedded Software Engineer will own the design, development, and execution of battery system’s architecture and components. The PE will work with global cross-functional teams (Product, Platforms, QA and HW designers) from concept to mass production. The architecture will be common between Energy storage / EV division. This position offers hybrid work option.

Responsibilities:

Architect next generation of reliable battery storage solution with balance of safety, quality, cost and large data collection at the center of it.
Define protocol and communication methods for battery packs at scale. Envision working with container(s) full of Battery.
Work with System Engineers to define requirements, review schematics design and operate all Energy Storage components in Sync.
Develop algorithms for SOC, SOH, SOE, Cell balancing etc in ARM controller
Define system requirements and develop unit tests and software/hardware integration.
Target high amount of re-use in Automotive division of the company. Hence meet Automotive safety requirements in the framework.
Create strong IP portfolio.
Drive results - within constraints of Product life cycle development and production at scale. Provide Engineering support to factory (China / Mexico)
Represent the business unit at conferences, sister divisions and work with our partners.
Coach global team members and create a global high-performance team.
Stay current in battery technology and disseminate this information to other design centers. Communicate clearly, strongly, and effectively to small and large non-technical groups.

Qualifications

Bachelor / Master’s in Electrical / Embedded Software Engineering.
15+ years’ experience, in Embedded Field,
Good Experience with Micro Peripherals and managing a large amount of data in ARM Controllers.
8-10 years of previous experience developing communication interface using CAN, Ethernet and RS-485 Bus.
Hands-on experience in various Battery chemistry and the supporting technology to manage it.
Experience in Li-Ion chemistry would be a plus.
Proven track record of the development of battery algorithms and its implementation at scale.
Thorough understanding of safety requirements for Li-Ion battery and Firmware implication to support it. ISO26262 would be plus.
Strong modeling skills using cell / Hardware in the Loop (HIL) would be a plus.
Experience in Auto Industry (Autosar or similar architecture)
Experience to analyze large data sets and statistical analysis. (using Python for example)
Experience in signal/data processing, pattern recognition, data mining & classification would be a plus.
Passion for agile software development, continuous deployment and working with Global teams.
Knowledge of dev-ops followed in software industry. (Static code analysis, Git, Jenkins etc)

Key Competencies:

Takes Initiative: Exhibits strong drive for results and success; conveys a sense of urgency and drives issues to closure; persists despite obstacles.
Teamwork: Works cooperatively with others to accomplish team goals and organizational objectives over personal agenda.
Decision Making & Analysis: Makes sound decisions based upon a mixture of data-driven analysis, expertise, experience, and judgment; collects relevant information, seeking input from others, and identifies connections and/or root causes of problems
Delivers Results: Achievement oriented, feeling a sense of urgency to reach goals on time, if not before.
Continual Improvement: Displays a consistent orientation toward producing the highest quality products or services, while keeping a focus on sustainability. Constantly looking for incremental improvements in work processes and results.
Focuses on Quality: Drives work results with quality focus in actions and results.
Communications: Exchanges thoughts, feelings, and information effectively with diverse teams.

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions:

Prolonged periods of working on a computer / screen time.
May be required to travel 10% of the time to our headquarters in Detroit.

Benefits Overview

Paid time off includes 3 weeks of vacation, 15 holidays, sick time, and parental leave.
100% company paid medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability life insurance.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) offerings.
Company provided 401K savings plan with matching contributions to help you save for retirement.
Voluntary benefits offerings.
Tuition assistance.
Employee Referral program.
Employee development and career growth opportunities.

Additional Information

Looking for a great team to grow with? Make an immediate impact with? Join us! We understand that people are the greatest asset any company has. With this full time Direct Hire Opportunity, we offer a generous compensation and benefits package, along with the team feel of a small company and the support of a an industry leading leadership team.