Automotive Control Systems Engineer

Description

Automotive Control Systems Engineer

Lichfield

Salary dependant on experience

You will be an analytical person with an understanding of technical engineering projects and electrical / electronic applications, highly self-motivated and experienced a wide range of tasks including feasibility analysis, design and test.

Education

• Minimum HNC / HND in Electrical or electronic Engineering
• Compliancy knowledge of electrical standards (UK. EU. US. Etc.)

Skills

• Knowledge of working within an ISO 9001, AS9100 or IATF certified develop environment.
• Have a good understanding, validating and supporting DFMEA, PFMEA activities for various projects and products.
• Carrying out feasibility studies for new technical innovations
• Hold discussions at high level with customers and suppliers
• Understanding of CANbus and similar communication standards / protocols
• Good working knowledge of analogue and digital electronics
• Appreciation of connector technology
• Appreciation of protection against atmospheric extremes
• Ability to draw up plans and schematics using computer-assisted engineering and design software
• Ability to test electrical / electronic control and power systems and analyse data
• Documenting technical findings and performance results in technical reports and presentations as required.
• Computer literate with working knowledge and application of Microsoft Office applications and preferably SolidWorks

Experience

• Specification & sourcing of electrical components / ECU / Engine control system
• Experience in DC / DC converter / alternator / generator / controllers / battery charging
• Experience in hybrid systems technology will be an advantage
• BOM creation

Communication skills

Self-motivated with excellent oral and written communication skills displayed throughout with personal interaction, briefings, presentations, and written correspondence.

Job-related skills

Excellent problem solver, data driven and be able to understand the root cause of the problems, and clearly show critical improvements.

Full UK driving license required