Senior Technical lead

Role
To allow for the introduction of new and exciting automotive technology in V&V of the Electrical and Electronic Systems engineering is looking to bring in an Integration and Validation SME with dSPACE systems and real time control unit (closed loop) HIL test experience to support immediate project requirements.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Define and lead development of dSPACE rigs hardware configuration (Configuration Desk), both for bench testing and lab car integration.
Create and tailor models for simulation of vehicle dynamic environment on lab bikes (e.g. thermal, electric motor, gearbox, ABS, wheel speed etc.)
Adapt and optimise existing dSPACE electric motor models.
Review and modify test plans for Electric Platform.
Create, review and modify test specifications and test cases for motorcycle electrical systems (Vehicle Supervisory controller, Integration with ABS/IMU, HMI) and motorcycle components (Accelerator, Driver Handlebar Interface, pumps, etc...).
Create test automation using dSPACE tool chain (e.g. Automation Desk).
Align activity with the Control Software release plans.
Maintain the HIL rig layout and user interface for other users and software developers.
Execute manual tests and convert them to automated tests.
Document and track issues found during testing.
Collect & analyse test results and generate periodic test reports.
Work within the Project Team (following Agile methodology).
Continuous improvement to advance design procedures, best practices, efficiency improvements and test structures etc.
Exposure to functional safety and ISO26262 and willingness to comply with standards and best practices.
Create technical reports, specifications, and drawings etc.
Define guidelines and create test methodology and best practices.
Any other duties as required by your Manager.



Professional Experience and Skills


Detailed knowledge of the dSPACE toolset for HIL rig real time testing in closed loop (Configuration Desk, Control Desk).
HIL rig hardware configuration and integration of electrical components.
Familiar with version control tools (SVN or Gitlab).
Proficient in Systems test and validation.
Manual / Automated Test case generation.
Detailed knowledge of Vector toolset for CAN (CANoe, Canalyser, CAPL) and software calibration (CANape).
Excellent troubleshooting skills.
Proficient in vehicle communication systems (CAN, LIN) design and debugging
Desirable;
Previous experience of working within an automotive / manufacturing / industrial environment.
Experience with Defect resolution tools (e.g. JIRA).
Familiar with plant modelling concepts using Matlab/Simulink.
Script development e.g. Python, Matlab, CAPL.
Proficient in dSPACE AutomationDesk software package for reusable test development
Working with E-Powertrain and Battery Management Systems
Experience with Vector PRE vision



Qualifications
BE in Electrical / Electronic Engineering or Systems.
Hand in relevant subject and relevant experience.