Powertrain Test Engineer
Core
Execute system-level powertrain testing for electric motors and drive units, design and maintain test rigs/dynamometers, and develop instrumentation/data acquisition systems for EV validation.
Role type
Senior IC powertrain test engineer (EV)
Builds
EV powertrain test cells, dynamometers, HIL systems, and automated test equipment
Domain
Electric vehicle powertrains, test engineering, electromechanical systems
Required skills
dynamometer design, electric motor/inverter principles, mechanical/electrical/software troubleshooting, NI-XNET (CAN/LIN), NI-VISA Serial, TCP/IP (Modbus/SCPI), data acquisition, fixture/tooling design, electrical control panel design
Preferred skills
system-level test cell layout, high-voltage EV powertrain knowledge
Technologies
NI-XNET, NI-VISA, CAN, LIN, Modbus, SCPI, TCP/IP, RS232, RS485, oscilloscopes, power analyzers, electronic loads
Responsibilities
Lead component and system-level validation testing of electric motors and drive units; Design and architect electric motor/dynamometer/HIL systems; Source, troubleshoot, and maintain test rig equipment and data acquisition systems; Design and construct electrical control panels for automated test systems; Document system designs, schematics, and test procedures
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC