Job Title: Battery Electric OBD Engineer
Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled Battery Electric Vehicle Engineer with expertise in control systems, MATLAB/Simulink, and AECD verification. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background and a passion for automotive engineering, particularly in the realm of electric vehicles or have applicable OBD experience with ICE
Responsibilities
Model, simulate, and verify dynamic systems using MATLAB/Simulink for control systems.
Calibrate Battery Management Systems (BMS) for state-of-charge (SOC), state-of-health (SOH), and thermal performance.
Optimize powertrain parameters such as torque and regenerative braking for efficiency.
Calibrate OBD-II systems to monitor BEV components and develop diagnostic algorithms for faults.
Perform root cause analysis of failed components and identify control system or software issues.
Document verification results and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Essential Skills
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Automotive, or Control Systems Engineering.
Ideally looking for 1-4 years of OBD experience
Experience in MATLAB/Simulink, including Control System Toolbox and System Identification Toolbox.
Experience with Inca or Etas
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Strong work ethic with the ability to work independently without direct supervision.
Awareness of electrification and real driving emissions (RDE) standards.
Effective people skills for working in groups and independently.
Work Environment
MUST BE ABLE TO BE ON SITE IN THE TROY, MI AREA 5 DAYS A WEEK.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $65.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
- Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Troy,MI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 10, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.
