Model Based Control Software Specialist

Job type – Contract

Hourly Rate – Competitive

Job Purpose

The Model-Based Control Software Specialist will play a key role in the design, development, and validation of vehicle control software, focusing on model-based control (MBCS) lifecycle processes. This role will support the business through the delivery of high-quality software solutions for vehicle control systems, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Model-Based Software Development:
• Design, develop, and validate vehicle control software using model-based design (MBD) tools.
• Create control software architecture and plant models for vehicle control systems within MIL (Model-in-the-Loop), SIL (Software-in-the-Loop), and HIL (Hardware-in-the-Loop) environments.
• Project Support and Consultation:
• Provide technical consultation to the MBCS and software project teams, ensuring alignment with agreed processes and industry best practices.
• Support the development and implementation of vehicle QM and safety software, ensuring all project deliverables are met.
• EV Component Design and Integration:
• Support the design, development, and integration of EV components, ensuring compatibility with vehicle control units and other system units on the bus.
• Collaborate on testing and troubleshooting activities both on-site and off-site.
• Documentation and Compliance:
• Develop, review, and update MBCS process documentation and business software work products as necessary.
• Ensure proper documentation of software development, following agreed-upon processes.
• Project Meetings and Testing Support:
• Actively participate in project meetings, providing updates on development progress, challenges, and testing outcomes.
• Support testing and validation of control software, ensuring compliance with all project objectives.
• Data Management:
• Ensure that all work is stored and accessible through the designated shared locations for collaboration. Local storage of project files is prohibited unless explicitly agreed upon.

Key Deliverables:

• High-quality vehicle control software that meets project objectives.
• Supporting documentation aligned with MBCS and processes.
• Successful integration of vehicle control software with test vehicles and various EV components.
• Updated MBCS process documentation as required.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Educational Background:
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems, Computer Science, or a related field.

• Technical Skills:
• Strong experience with model-based design (MBD) tools such as MATLAB/Simulink or similar.
• Knowledge of vehicle control software architectures and plant models.
• Experience with MIL, SIL, and HIL testing environments.
• Familiarity with EV components and control unit interfacing.
• Proficient in C/C++ programming languages and embedded software development.

• Industry Knowledge:
• Understanding of industry best practices in MBCS development and validation.
• Knowledge of functional safety standards (e.g., ISO 26262) and quality management systems.