Design of Motor Control Algorithms

Job role: Design of Motor Control Algorithms
Designation/Level: Manager (R&D), EX
Relevant Experience: 5 to 12 years
Educational Qualifications: BE/B.Tech in Electrical Engg. Or (Preferred) ME/ M.Tech in Electrical Engg. - Power Electronics or Motor Drives
Job Responsibilities:
Design of Motor Control Algorithms using tools like Matlab Simulink.
Implementation Control Algorithms using DSP / Microcontroller.
Improvisation of algorithm code through testing using DSP / Microcontroller.
Benchmarking and generation of ideas for better performance, quality, cost, weight.
Keep track of global trends in relevant technology, regulations and develop long term road maps and appropriate work plan
Ability to solve novel, difficult design problems with tight timing constraints.
Competencies
Technical/ Functional:
Knowledge of complete life cycle of design of motor control algorithm. CI/CD pipelines, versioning, and software lifecycle management
Knowledge of different types of Motors such as Interior permanent magnet motor (IPM) and surface permanent magnet motor (SPM) used for traction applications.
Knowledge of different theories and concepts of Motor Control algorithms.
Knowledge of algorithms like field oriented control (FOC), Maximum torque per ampere (MTPA), Field weakening.
Knowledge of strategies for thermal management and tuning to improvises dynamic behaviour.
Hands on experience in design of motor control algorithms with demonstrated experience of pushing production ode to the market.
Proficient in different tools for Control Systems Design for Motor Control applications like Matlab Simulink etc.
Strong knowledge of programming/ coding using C / C++ and Matlab.
Knowledge and experience with implementation of Motor Control Algorithms using various DSPs and Microcontrollers. Strong understanding of Base Software and MCAL layers of embedded systems in Renesas, NXP, C2000 processors
Knowledge about DFMEA and Fault Tree Analysis.
Knowledge about automotive industry standards and regulations.
Knowledge of functional safety standard (ISO 26262). Demonstrated capability of developing FS compliant motor control software and pushed to production. Active certification is a plus.
Behavioural:
Effective team player.