Controls Engineer

UTAC

Northville, MI
Permanent
Full-time

19 days ago
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Company DescriptionUTAC is a market-leading international group in digital & sustainable mobility, customisable testing solutions, customisable testing systems, vehicle engineering, homologation, regulatory advice & expertise, certification, training, corporate events and classic & sportscars festivals.The Group provides services and systems to customers in the various sectors: mobility, transport, tyre, petrochemical, agriculture and defence industries. UTAC operates test centres and laboratories in France (including the official Euro NCAP facility), the UK, USA, Finland, Morocco, and Germany; it has subsidiaries in China, Korea and Japan. UTAC employs around 1300 people across its various locations.As a group we share a strong and clear vision to deliver safe and efficient solutions and systems to our customers. We are proud and confident in our heritage, our capabilities and our people and believe that by creating a culture where individuals feel they can make a difference and enjoy coming to work, we can deliver the best possible service to our customers.Our core values of Expertise, Innovation and Integrity provide a clear daily guide to how we work together safely, as one team, helping each other to succeed.Job Description

Maintain and refactor legacy applications for data acquisition and control of automotive dynamometers.
Design and program new modules and applications utilizing LabVIEW
Interface with custom engineering in developing testing applications with EV focus.
Creating custom CAN/LIN/FlexRay protocol gateways between MRE software platform and customer UUTs
Create scripts in Vector CAPL and ICS Vehicle spy to simulate vehicle environment required for testing
Proactively work during the quoting process to identify required equipment and support for new projects
Interact with customers for requirements specifications.

Develop software utilizing the following components:

Windows Based- HMIs
Real-time computers running a RTOS
Instrumentation
PLC’s

Develop software using the following communication protocols:

EtherCAT
RS-232, RS-485, Modbus, Profibus
CAN, FlexRay, TCP/IP, UDP

Interact with customers for troubleshooting and debugging software, electrical, and mechanical problems.
Interact with customers for requirements specifications.
Work in an office and facility environment
Test stand equipment includes real-time data acquisition and control system, conditioning systems for coolant, fuel, oil and combustion air, dynamometers, PID controllers, throttle actuators and engine mounting hardware
Assist in supporting the UTAC culture and values (Integrity, Expertise, and Innovation).

QualificationsEducation and Skill Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
2 years of relevant work experience in the automotive industry required.
Fluency in the English language is required.
Demonstrated record of driving results.
Strong problem solving, strategic thinking and analytical skills required.
Manage human and material resources to meet targets.
Able to relay technical information in a way your audience understands.
Aptitude to develop a High-Performance Team environment.
Working knowledge of budgets and financial statements.
Consistently exhibit appropriate attendance habits, working the hours necessary to perform the job.
Demonstrated interpersonal skills and be able to communicate effectively with all levels of employees, customers, and suppliers.
Proficient with all Microsoft Office applications and the ability to become proficient any systems that we use (Concur, Kronos, etc.).
Flexibility to support service activity both off-site and outside of normal working hours.
Organize and maintain efficiency of personal work area.
Working knowledge of the automotive industry preferred.
Experience in the vehicle testing and validation industry preferred.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.
Strong time management, multi-tasking, and organization skills.
Able to function as part of a team, with members of varying job levels, and work cooperatively toward team goals.
Must have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to communicate effectively with all levels of employees, customers and suppliers.
Organize and maintain efficiency of personal work area.
High level of financial literacy required.
Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
Experience navigating difficult conversations to reach the desired outcome.
Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle for traveling between multiple work sites as needed.
Valid passport and willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed.
Required on-site work as needed, per our Remote Work Policy.
Give and accept instructions and tasks in a positive manner, treating all co-workers with dignity and respect.
Consistently adhere to, and support all UTAC policies, procedures, and safety regulations.

Physical Demands:

Exposure to industry accepted chemicals and noise.
Regularly required to stand, reach, bend and move about the facility.
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Able to lift and/or move materials as needed in the performance of assigned duties.
Requirements include, but are not limited to stand, walk, sit, twist, bed, life, see, speak, hear.
May require occasional travel (locally, nationally, internationally).

Additional InformationFor you, as a potential UTAC team member, we believe that the international and diverse nature of our business combined with the passion, energy and friendliness of our people create a great place to work. UTAC is proud to be an equal opportunities employer, valuing inclusion and supporting our people to be themselves and at their very best.By joining us you will gain access to a broad range of learning relevant to your role and personal development, as well as exposure to leading technologies and expertise.Our reward and benefit programs are designed to support our people with competitive and locally tailored packages combined with support for individual health and wellbeing both inside and outside of work.In the US this includes ;

Medical Insurance, dental
401k
Recognition awards linked to our UTAC values of Expertise, Innovation and Integrity.

Learn more about UTAC and what and how we do what we do at www.utac.comCandidates for positions at UTAC must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the country the role is based in. Immigration visa sponsorship is not available for this position.Note to Recruitment Agencies :UTAC do not accept speculative applications from agencies for our open positions and any submissions made will not be accepted and no fees will be accepted or paid in respect of speculative CVs received.

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