Technical Specialist, Chassis Controls & Electronics

Job Description

Job Description

We're ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company that provides solutions for engineering, technology, and product development projects.

For decades, we've been helping our clients develop products that are changing the world, whether that's by shaping the future of space exploration, saving lives with medical devices that set a new standard of care, or creating the fully autonomous electric taxi of tomorrow.

Our team of more than 600 people works across industries including aerospace, medical devices and life sciences, unmanned systems and robotics, automotive OEM and tier 1 suppliers, commercial vehicle, electric vehicles, rail, and more.

Our offices across the US have different industry focuses and engage with our clients in different ways, ranging from working on-site at client facilities to performing product development at our delivery centers.

ALTEN Group, our parent company, has been a leader in engineering and information technology for more than 30 years. ALTEN Group operates in 30 countries across Europe, North America, Asia, Africa and the Middle East and employs more than 36,000 people, 88% of whom are engineers.

The company covers the whole development cycle and offers a choice of service levels, from technology consulting to complete project outsourcing.

When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you join a group of people passionate about collaborating to solve some of the world's most technical engineering challenges.

Our success is tied to taking care of our employees by building relationships and providing opportunities for mentorship and career growth.

We offer comprehensive benefits for all full-time employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) plan with employer matching;

paid time off (PTO); paid parental leave; and mentorship to help you take your career to the next level. You don't have to take our word for it that we are a great place to work we were named on the 2023 Top Workplaces list thanks to feedback from our proud employees.

Role

• Develop the requirements and specifications for traction control, stability control, torque vectoring, braking, steering and suspension control systems from initial concept to SOP with excellence and great detail
• Work with Vehicle Controls, Motor Controls, Chassis Electronics and Vehicle Dynamics teams to build, test and calibrate prototype controllers in virtual, HiL and vehicle environments
• Create, execute and document system design validation plans to include virtual, HiL and vehicle-based activity
• Work closely with stakeholders and attribute owners across the company (Vehicle Dynamics, NVH, Vehicle Controls, Motor Controls, Platform Software)
• Work with multiple complex projects in a demanding environment
• Travel domestically and internationally as required

Qualifications

• 7+ years of automotive experience
• Experience with Vector tools (CANape, CANalyzer, CDMStudio, etc.)
• Strong understanding of Vehicle Dynamics theory
• Proven delivery of world-class vehicle performance
• Hands-on practical experience in prototype development
• Some familiarity (not necessarily world-leading knowledge) with software development (Matlab / Python / CAPL scripting, C++, model based)
• Ability to read and work with electrical schematics, with sound understanding of electrical communication principles

Advantageous

• Excellent problem-solving ability, with an ability to use fundamental principles and data-driven action
• Desire for continual learning
• Driven-vehicle attributes development experience is a plus

Education

BS / BEng or MS / MEng in a relevant Engineering / Physics / Mathematics discipline, or equivalent experience

ALTEN Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our Policy is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression or veteran status.

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