Controls Manager
Avance Consulting · Auburn Hills, MI · 2 mo ago
On-siteEngineeringContract
About the role
Support the global planning, execution, and program coordination of specific Controls and Software platform solutions.
Responsibilities
- Provide feasibility and cost assessments for Controls & Software to vehicle/programs.
- Represent the Controls System (Controllers and Software) as the primary interface with the Propulsion System Community.
- Coordinate Controls Features development.
- Define Feature Roll-out Plan (What and When) aligned with overall program milestones and objectives.
- Play a key role in Controls & Software change management, quality assessment, and risk mitigation.
- Lead and mentor a team of controls engineers, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.
- Ensure rigorous validation of control functions to meet and exceed specified requirements throughout the vehicle development cycle.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and other engineering units to drive the development of cutting-edge controls technology.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives in controls engineering processes, methodologies, and technologies.
Requirements
- Bachelor or Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering.
- Minimum of 5 years of engineering experience (2 years in automotive).
- Ability to work in an Agile environment.
- Proven record of working independently and within a team to deliver high-quality, robust technical solutions for complex systems.
Skills
- Previous experience as a Controls/Software developer using Matlab Simulink/Stateflow, Embedded C, testing, or calibration (considered a plus).
- Proactive, takes ownership, and is accountable.
- Familiarity with software development tools and debugging techniques.
- Ability to collaborate effectively in a team-oriented environment and communicate clearly.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and meticulous attention to detail.