Motor Control Algorithm Engineer

Position Overview

Motor Control Algorithm Engineer

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize

  motor control algorithms

  (FOC, torque/speed control, regenerative braking strategies) for

  PMSM, BLDC, and induction motors

  used in EV/HEV powertrains.
• Use

  MATLAB/Simulink

  and

  Embedded Coder

  for

  model-based design (MBD)

  , auto-code generation, and deployment to target ECUs.
• Implement

  Clarke/Park transforms, space vector modulation, current/torque observers, and PI/field-weakening controllers

  .
• Ensure algorithms meet

  ISO 26262 functional safety requirements

  (ASIL-level compliance).
• Perform

  HIL (Hardware-in-the-Loop) validation

  and support SIL/MIL/PIL testing workflows.
• Collaborate with hardware and system engineers on

  inverter/motor interface requirements

  .
• Work on

  efficiency optimization

  , torque ripple minimization, and thermal management strategies for traction motors.
• Contribute to

  FMEA, safety concept, and DFMEA reviews

  for control algorithms.
• Support calibration, debugging, and validation during

  vehicle integration testing

  .

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in

  Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, Control Systems, or Automotive Engineering

  .
• PHD in motor control FOC algorithm system preferred
• Solid knowledge of

  motor control theory

  (FOC, sensor/sensorless control, observers, and estimators).
• Strong proficiency in

  MATLAB/Simulink

  with

  auto-code generation

  workflows.
• Hands-on experience in

  motor drive systems for EV/HEV applications

  .
• Good understanding of

  ISO 26262 functional safety processes

  for control software.
• Experience with

  CAN, LIN, or Automotive Ethernet

  for ECU communication.
• Knowledge of

  inverter hardware, current sensing, and PWM strategies

  .

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with

  AUTOSAR (Classic/Adaptive)

  and automotive-grade MCUs (NXP, Infineon, TI, ST).
• Exposure to

  battery management systems (BMS)

  and energy optimization.
• Familiarity with

  dSPACE, Speedgoat, or OPAL-RT HIL platforms

  .
• Experience with

  real-time operating systems (RTOS)

  and

  C/C++ programming

  for embedded systems.
• Strong background in

  EV functional safety V&V

  , including

  ASIL decomposition, FTTI analysis, and safety monitoring

  .

Soft Skills

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Good communication and documentation abilities.
• Ability to work in a

  cross-functional team

  (hardware, firmware, calibration, vehicle testing).
• Passion for

  e-mobility, sustainability, and innovation in automotive drive systems

  .