Hardware Engineer

Job Title: Principal Hardware Design Engineer

Location: Detroit, MI

Responsibilities

Lead the end-to-end electrical design of automotive BMS, including high-voltage monitoring, cell balancing, protection circuits, and communication interfaces (CAN, LIN, SPI, etc.).

Define and document the BMS electrical architecture in alignment with vehicle system requirements and safety goals.

Work with both internal and external customers on defining system and performance requirements.

Perform and guide the hardware components development of the Battery Management System (BMS), including printed circuit boards (PCBs), microcontrollers, analog and digital circuits, and sensors.

Create detailed schematics, evaluate component selection, and collaborate with PCB layout designers to ensure the reliability and functionality of the BMS hardware.

Build and test hardware prototypes, ensuring they meet performance and safety specifications and make design improvements as needed.

Develop and integrate monitoring circuits and sensors to measure key battery parameters such as voltage, current, temperature, and state of charge.

Ensure the hardware design adheres to relevant safety standards, such as ISO 26262 or IEC 62133, and conduct safety analysis.

Work closely with cross-functional teams, including software engineers, system engineers, and testing teams, to integrate the BMS into the overall energy storage system.

Create comprehensive design documentation, including specifications, test plans, DFMEA, WCCA and test reports.

Troubleshoot and resolve hardware-related issues, making improvements to enhance BMS performance.

Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices to continually improve the BMS hardware design.

Adhere to federal and state regulations.

Adhere to all company policies, processes, and procedures.

Performs other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.

Predictable and reliable attendance.

Position Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

Master’s degree preferred.

Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in automotive or similar hardware development.

Product experience with Li-Ion batteries, battery pack design, electric vehicles, power systems, alternative energy systems, electronic control units (ECUs), MEMS, and sensors preferred.