Transforming the Future with Convergence of Simulation and Data

Senior Motor Control Engineer

Job Summary:

Our client in Carson, CA is looking for a Senior Motor Control Engineer. This is a contract position.

What You Will Do:

Develop and implement SIL (software-in-the-loop) test cases for motor controls and software features.Integrate motor, inverter, and drive unit models into SIL environment.Incorporate SIL regression test as a part of continuous integration process of motor control software development.Work with cross-functional teams on SIL integration of embedded level features that are critical to motor control regression testing.Develop dashboards and perform big data analysis to assess DTC (diagnostic trouble codes) triggering events, differentiating between false and true fault events.Propose and coordinate in implementation of software solutions to root-cause issues and enhance the accuracy and full robustness of DTCs.Evaluate performance, categorize data, implement improvements, and monitor software fixes for intelligent fault recovery solutions.Create dashboards for advanced motor control features, develop automated reports for feature owners, and collaborate to troubleshoot issues or add data for root cause analysis.

What You Will Need:

Basics:

A bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, software engineering, or a related field.Proficiency in C, Python, and SQL.Familiarity with testing and quality assurance processes, along with experience in using requirement and issue tracking management tools.Strong collaborative skills to work effectively with various teams, including software developers, test and integration engineers, and system architects.Strong teamwork skills, data presentation, and problem solving attitude.Salary range: 96k - 131k annual. 

Preferred:

2+ years’ experience in software testing and development with a focus on automotive industry. An understanding of electric motors, power converters, and associated diagnostics. 

How You Will Be Successful:

Envision the FutureCommunicate Honestly and BroadlySeek Technology and Business “First”Embrace Diversity and Take Risks

What We Offer:

Competitive SalaryComprehensive Benefit Package401(k) with matching contributionsPaid Time OffEmployee DiscountsFree training on all Altair products

Why Work with Us:

Altair is a global technology company that provides software and cloud solutions in the area of data analytics, product development, and high-performance computing (HPC). Altair enables organizations in nearly every industry to compete more effectively in a connected world, while creating a more sustainable future. With more than 3,000 engineers, scientists, and creative thinkers in 25 countries, we help solve our customer’s toughest challenges and deliver unparalleled service, helping the innovators innovate, drive better decisions, and turn today’s problems into tomorrow’s opportunities.

Our vision is to transform customer decision making with data analytics, simulation, and high-performance computing.

For more than 30 years, we have been helping our customers integrate electronics and controls with mechanical design to expand product value, develop AI, simulation and data-driven digital twins to drive better decisions, and deliver advanced HPC and cloud solutions to support unlimited idea exploration. To learn more, please visit

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Altair is an equal opportunity employer. Our backgrounds are diverse, and every member of our global team is critical to our success. Altair’s history demonstrations a belief that empowering each individual authentic voice reinforces a culture that thrives because of the uniqueness among our team.

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