Principal Engineer, Torque Security Calibration

ABOUT SLATE

At Slate were building safe reliable vehicles that people can afford personalize and loveand doing it here in the USA as part of our commitment to reindustrialization. The spirit of DIY and customization runs throughout every element of a Slate because people should have control over how their trucks look feel and represent them.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

The Propulsion Systems group at Slate is looking for an upbeat fun organized experienced Principal Engineer Torque Security Calibration to join our growing team. Responsibilities include but are not limited to calibrating the propulsion system calibration tracking and understanding supervisory control governing body compliance.

WHAT YOU GET TO DO

• Be responsible for integrating key parts of the software and calibrating all HV and Propulsion related monitoring functions and coordinating vehicle reactions.

• Prototype vehicle calibration and support.

• Translate vehicle functional safety requirements / functional objectives and formulate development and testing plans.

• Work with suppliers (through development phases Alpha Beta PV Product Intent) and with internal teams (Engineering Architecture Purchasing Program Management Quality etc.) to ensure successful launch and release.

• Define complete and supervise design verification plans and reporting (DVP&R).

• Support production ramp and field issue resolution.

• Develop and implement Vehicle Reaction Testing.

• Provide and report Vehicle Reaction Testing status throughout program development.

• Calibration change management (documentation of calibrations and changes).

• Execute programs through the development process that meet or exceed objectives for performance drivability and customer satisfaction.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering Automotive Engineering or a related field is required. Masters degree is preferred.

• 8 years of relevant experience in propulsion controls calibration and/or testing preferably with EV or Hybrid vehicles.

• 2 years of experience in Vehicle Reaction Testing and/or Torque Security.

• Proficiency using calibration and measurement tools (e.g. ETAS INCA ATI Vision Vector CANape etc.).

• Proficiency using Vector network and diagnostic tools (e.g. CANalyzer CANoe etc.).

• Proficiency using MATLAB / Simulink for model-based design analysis and data processing.

• Demonstrated experience with calibration and DVP&R (Design Verification Plan & Report) throughout the full product life cycle.

• Proven ability to analyze validate and release hardware and software systems.

• Strong problem-solving skills with a record of diagnosing complex issues and implementing corrective actions.

• Ability to review and interpret software documentation to understand design intent and functionality.

• Strong technical research documentation and communication skills.

• Reactive and/or DFSS black belt is preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must have the ability to travel (up to 25%).

• Must have the ability to lift up to 35 pounds.

• Must have the ability to stand walk and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods.

WHY JOIN TEAM SLATE

At Slate were fueled by grit determination and attention to detail. The start-up spirit of ingenuity and resourcefulness move our business forward. Team Slate fosters a culture of excellence innovation and mutual respect and is motivated by shared principles.

• Safety First

• Delight Customers

• One Team

• Relentless Improvement

• Fast Frugal and Scrappy

• Respectful Collaboration

• Positive Legacy

WE WANT TO WORK WITH PEOPLE THAT REFLECT THE COMMUNITIES IN WHICH WE OPERATE.

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