Embedded Controls Software Engineer

XL Fleet seeks an experienced Embedded Controls Engineer for real-time controls software development and support of vehicle control systems for hybrid electric, and full electric vehicle product lines.

XL Fleet is on a mission to electrify the global fleet of commercial vehicles. We know this mission can only be successfully with the right talent.

XL is a commercial vehicle technology company. We are developing and producing cutting-edge technology to convert conventional vehicles into hybrids, and zero CO2 drive systems to reduce fuel consumption for fleet customers. Our customers include transportation, municipal, and utility fleets.

We are looking for high-energy, creative, and ambitious professionals to join our team. We offer a competitive salary, meaningful equity compensation, 401k (with a company match), outstanding health benefits, progressive paid-time off policy, and a fun, productive and team-oriented work environment. We are recruiting candidates who have demonstrated leadership and excellence throughout their careers and are excited by the prospect of tackling the challenges of rapid profitable growth.

Responsibilities

• Perform real-time software development, analysis, and support for the following subsystems from concept, to prototype, and through production release and support: 1) micro-controllers that interface with the vehicle ECU, battery controls, power converters, SPI-bus and communication devices and 2) wireless, telematics, and CAN bus communications units
• Support development and execution of validation, testing, and optimization of the control systems and components including development of in-house testing equipment and in-vehicle field testing
• Real-time code development for on-vehicle control and communications subsystems
• Support engineering verification, design validation and production validation testing
• System debug in the lab and on vehicles
• Embedded hardware support for custom microcontroller and telematics
• Perform system performance analysis
• Keep records and provide documentation on all projects (SVN, GIT)
• Collaborate with the technical organization on other outsourced vehicle and component testing projects for performance, durability, emissions, and safety Ability and willingness to drive development vehicles (CDL not required)
• Limited travel required to test facilities and customers which may include international travel Candidate will report to the Control Systems Manager

Additional Responsibilities based on experience/interests

• XL Fleet is a dynamic, so joining our team means that you will have a wide scope of work and responsibilities that may shift with rapidly growing areas of the business.
• Support resolution of customer-related technical issues

Minimum Qualifications

• BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or equivalent
• 3+ years of real-time embedded software development and analysis experience including
  • microprocessor controllers
  • CAN bus communication systems
  • Direct experience with C, C++, Python, Java programming Direct experience with communication protocols (e.g. CAN, SPI, 802.11, Bluetooth) Thorough knowledge of 8/16-bit microcontrollers Skilled in Microsoft Office applications.
• Must be able to work full time in XL Fleet' s Detroit office
• Direct experience in CAN bus communication hardware systems development
• Direct experience with data analysis tools and statistical tools and techniques.
• Direct experience in the development of cellular/telematics software and hardware systems Practical working knowledge of: FMEA, APQP, PPAP, and Design (DV) & Production (PV) planning and testing

Preferred Qualifications

• Direct experience in CAN bus communication hardware systems development
• Direct experience with data analysis tools and statistical tools and techniques.
• Direct experience in the development of cellular/telematics software and hardware systems Practical working knowledge of: FMEA, APQP, PPAP, and Design (DV) & Production (PV) planning and testing

• Competitive remuneration
• Health, dental and vision plans
• Life Insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Unlimited vacation policy
• Innovative purpose-driven colleagues to learn from and enjoy

In 2020 we started a new chapter of our history as a public company, and you can join us to build the future of XL Fleet together.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are vital parts of our strategy. Our vision is to build an organization that attracts and leverages diversity in our teams and strives for inclusion and belonging across our workplace and our partners and clients.

We respect and value all applicants for their unique perspectives and experiences.

So please, do not hesitate to apply - we'd love to hear from you.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.