Software Engineer, Firmware; Motor Controls

About Harbinger

Harbinger is an American commercial electric vehicle (EV) company on a mission to transform an industry starving for innovation. Harbinger’s best-in-class team of EV, battery, and drivetrain experts have pooled their deep experience to bring a first-of-its-kind EV platform to support the growing demand for medium-duty EVs and Hybrids. Harbinger:
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Job Overview

Harbinger Motors, an innovator in the electric vehicle industry, is seeking a talented and detail-oriented Firmware Engineer with a specialization in Motor Controls. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in embedded systems development and advanced motor control algorithms, focusing on electric vehicle powertrain applications. This role will play a crucial part in designing, developing, and optimizing firmware to drive high-efficiency electric motors and inverters.

What You'll Do:

• Firmware Development: Design and implement embedded firmware for advanced motor control systems in electric vehicles.
• Motor Control Algorithms: Develop and optimize control algorithms such as Field-Oriented Control (FOC), Vector Control, and Direct Torque Control (DTC).
• Control Strategies: Implement control strategies for BLDC, PMSM, and AC Induction Motors.
• Performance Optimization: Enhance the efficiency, responsiveness, and safety of motor control systems through software development and tuning.
• Testing & Validation: Perform testing, debugging, and validation of firmware using real-time simulation, Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL), and Motor Test Benches.
• Integration & Debugging: Work closely with hardware, software, and power electronics teams to ensure seamless integration of firmware with motor control systems.
• Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive documentation of firmware design, development processes, and testing methodologies.

Who You Are:

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience:
• 3+ years of experience in embedded firmware development, with a focus on motor controls and electric vehicle applications.
• Hands-on experience with ARM Cortex-M microcontrollers or equivalent platforms.
• Technical Skills:
• Proficient in C/C++ for embedded systems.
• Strong understanding of motor control algorithms and digital signal processing (DSP).
• Experience with control theory, PID tuning, and sensorless control techniques.
• Familiarity with communication protocols such as CAN, SPI, I2C, and UART.
• Knowledge of inverter technologies and power electronics.
• Tools & Technologies:
• Experience with embedded development tools (IAR, Keil, Eclipse) and MATLAB/Simulink for control algorithm development.
• Proficient in testing and debugging tools such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and HIL testing environments.
• Soft Skills: Exceptional problem-solving abilities, analytical thinking, and effective communication skills.
• Early-stage Stock Options
• Robust Retirement Savings (401k, HSA, FSA)
• Annual Vacation Bonus
• Wellness & Fertility Benefits
• Cell Phone Stipend
• Complimentary Meals & Stocked Kitchens

$140,000 - $180,000 USD

Harbinger is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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