Do you have experience in transmission or driveline control system development? Would you like to work for an award-winning transmissions company with a strong reputation in the automotive world? We’re working with a global transmissions consultancy who are looking for a Senior Controls Engineer to join their team based in the USA. 

The company 

Our client is on a mission to create the future of powertrains. They work on the full lifecycle from strategic planning to testing of powertrain and electrification technologies. They’ve got a rich history in the automotive space, working with major vehicle OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers to optimise their products.   

Working towards a more sustainable future, they are operating in the electrification space to advance the development of new, more sustainable technologies.   

The role 

As a Senior Controls Engineer, you will be focused on the specification, design, development, and calibration of controls systems to be used in multispeed automated transmissions, hybrid and EV powertrains. This is a fantastic opportunity to join their mission to create the future of powertrains by working on the technologies that form part of them. 

Responsibilities include: 

• Capturing requirements for a variety of embedded controls systems 

• Creating plant models of various hydro-electro-mechanical systems 

• Developing and designing algorithms using model-based design tools 

• Generating system level wiring designs 

• Developing and calibrating test cell and vehicle software 

• Taking technical and financial ownership for the delivery of controls projects 

• Project planning and organisation to deliver successful projects 

• Creating formal reports and documents 

• Presentation of reports to customers 

• Contributing towards controls project proposals 

The requirements 

You’ll have at least 5 years’ experience in transmission or driveline control system development, as well as… 

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering 

• Demonstrable experience using Matlab/Simulink/Stateflow 

• Strong knowledge of software development V Model 

• Strong understanding of the fundamentals of automatic transmission operation 

• High standards of algorithm modelling 

• Experience with model-based design techniques for automotive applications 

• Understanding of the mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems that make up conventional, hybrid, and EV powertrains 

• Ability to learn quickly and apply new engineering concepts 

• Able to develop innovative solutions 

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team 

• Experience with or knowledge of electric motor controls ideal but not essential 

Important information 

FMC contact for this role: Steph Allen (stephanie.allen@fmctalent.com) 

Reference number: 9044