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dSPACE Subject Matter Expert

Leicester
9 months ago
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About this position:

We currently have a fantastic opportunity to join a world famous Automotive Brand as a dSPACE Subject Matter Expert. You will be an Integration and Validation SME with dSPACE systems and real time control unit (closed loop) HIL test experience to support immediate project requirements.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Define and lead development of dSPACE rigs hardware configuration (Configuration Desk), both for bench testing and lab bikes integration

  • Create and tailor models for simulation of a dynamic environment on lab bikes (e.g. thermal, electric motor, gearbox, ABS, wheel speed etc.)

  • Adapt and optimise existing dSPACE electric motor models

  • Review and modify test plans for Electric Platform

  • Create, review and modify test specifications and test cases for electrical systems (Vehicle Supervisory controller, Integration with ABS/IMU, HMI) and components (Accelerator, Driver Handlebar Interface, pumps, etc…)

  • Create test automation using dSPACE tool chain (e.g. Automation Desk)

  • Align activity with the Control Software release plans

  • Maintain the HIL rig layout and user interface for other users and software developers

    Experience Required:

  • BEng in Electrical / Electronic Engineering or Systems. HND in relevant subject and relevant experience

  • Detailed knowledge of the dSPACE toolset for HIL rig real time testing in closed loop (Configuration Desk, Control Desk)

  • HIL rig hardware configuration and integration of electrical components

  • Familiar with version control tools (SVN or Gitlab)

  • Proficient in Systems test and validation

  • Manual / Automated Test case generation

  • Detailed knowledge of Vector toolset for CAN (CANoe, Canalyser, CAPL) and software calibration (CANape)

  • Proficient in vehicle communication systems (CAN, LIN) design and debugging

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