Sr. BMS Software Integration/Control Engineer

Sr. BMS Software Integration/Control Engineer

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is seeking a Senior BMS Software Integration/Control Engineer for the Battery Engineering Design Team. The Senior BMS Software Integration/Control Engineer would support design, development, and optimization efforts concerning Battery Management Systems (BMS) of high-voltage battery systems, contributing to the next generation of electric and hybrid vehicles.

What You Will Do:

• Project Management:
  • Act as a BMS project manager, hosting weekly meetings with the internal teams and suppliers
  • Prepare and maintain technical documentation, including software design requirements/specifications and validation plans & reports
  • Participate in code reviews and provide feedback to the internal team or suppliers to ensure software functions, quality, and maintainability

• BMS Software Development:
  • Collaborate with BMS suppliers to design, develop, and implement control algorithms for Battery Management Systems, including battery state estimation (i.e., SOC, SOH, & SOP), CAN communication, and ECU management
  • Collaborate with BMS suppliers to develop software for battery safety protection, thermal management, cell & module management, thermal propagation detection, and diagnostics

• Control System Optimization:
  • Optimize battery control strategies to enhance high-voltage battery systems' performance, safety, and longevity
  • Perform real-time testing and calibration of control systems in both simulation and hardware environments

• Software/Hardware Validation and Testing:
  • To validate BMS functions, conduct Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) and Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) testing
  • Create and execute validation plans for BMS functions, such as charge/discharge control, thermal control, fault detection, and diagnostics
  • Develop software tools/test scripts for software/hardware integration and test data analysis

• System Integration:
  • Work closely with hardware engineers and suppliers to ensure seamless integration of BMS software with high-voltage battery systems
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and suppliers to integrate high-voltage systems into vehicle platforms
  • Troubleshoot high-voltage battery systems and vehicles by using lab and measurement equipment, such as power suppliers, oscilloscopes, Vector CANoe, or CANalyzer, and provide technical feedback to the internal team or suppliers

What You Will Bring to the Role:

• Required Qualifications:
  • Strong ability to keep multiple projects moving forward in parallel
  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, computer science, or a related field
  • Minimum of 4 years of experience in BMS software development, control systems, or embedded software design
  • Proficiency in programming languages, such as C, C++, or Python
  • Proficiency in Vector tools, such as CANoe, CANalyzer, or CANape
  • Experience with model-based design tools, such as MATLAB/Simulink
  • Familiar with battery cell chemistry, design, management principles, and high-voltage safety protocols
  • Knowledge of automotive communication protocols (e.g., CAN and LIN)
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and a strong analytical mindset
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
  • Self-motivated and capable of managing multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
  • Detail-oriented and committed to delivering high-quality results

• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master’s degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, computer science, or a related field
  • Familiarity with automotive power systems, power distribution, and CAN bus protocol
  • Experience with ISO 26262 functional safety standards
  • Familiarity with AUTOSAR architecture and tools
  • Hands-on experience with HIL/SIL systems and tools, such as dSPACE

What Hyundai Can Offer You:

• Work on Cutting-edge Technologies in a Dynamic and Innovative Environment
• Zero-dollar Employee Premiums on Medical, Dental, and Vision for You and Your Family
• 100% Employer-paid Disability and Life Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off Including Vacation, Sick, and Abundant Holidays
• Competitive Salaries
• A Global Environment that Fosters Diversity
• Retirement Savings and Planning Benefits
• Access to Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts 
• Flexible Work Hours

Other Details:

• Candidates applying for positions with Hyundai KIA must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
  • HATCI is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled and Veteran. VEVRM Federal contractor.