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Lead BMS Software Engineer

Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but energetically shaping it? Join the Microvast Team (NASDAQ: MVST), a technology innovator that designs, develops and manufactures lithium-ion battery solutions. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Houston, TX, Microvast is renowned for its cutting-edge cell technology and its vertical integration capabilities which extend from core battery chemistry (cathode, anode, electrolyte, and separator) to battery packs. By integrating the process from raw material to system assembly, Microvast has developed a family of products covering a broad breadth of market applications. More information can be found on the corporate website: www.microvast.com

If you’re ready to be part of a company that’s not just adapting to change, but driving it, Microvast is the place for you. Apply now and electrify your career with a true leader in the global energy transformation.

Job Summary

Microvast is seeking a lead BMS Engineer to join our team! Who can bring their fresh perspectives and experiences to the team. If you are zealous about an electrified future and looking for a place that values your curiosity, passion, and desire to learn, you have come to the right place. 

Key Responsibilities

• Lead technical, and cross-functional for BMS engineering activities, including process control, requirements definition, architecture design, software implementation, HIL testing, field testing, system validation, and software release management.
• Collaborate with the global BMS teams and upper management to identify and develop (BMS) architecture and requirements for high-performance system functions, functional safety, cyber security, and creative solutions.
• Manage BMS application software development plans, milestones, budgets, and schedules in accordance with technology roadmaps.
• Build and maintain technical competencies in the BMS software, hardware, and validation teams. Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and leadership.
• Ensure successful BMS integration with battery packs and external interfaces such as vehicle control units, dataloggers, etc.
• Develop and maintain best practices and industry standards for Model-based function development with MATLAB/ Simulink in close consultation with an interdisciplinary and international team.
• Govern design, implementation, and test activities for innovative control algorithms and Real-time battery SOX estimation methods, including the state of charge (SOC), state of energy (SOE), and state of health (SOH).
• Manage the development of statistic based on big data and machine learning models for predicting and forecasting field failure, cell chemistry variations, battery health degradation, and how various driving behaviors affect battery performance for safety and drivability.
• Focus and govern collaborative engineering culture to enable our teams to provide feedback and different perspectives. Comprehend and develop our team members' goals and needs.
• Provide technical support to the different teams within the organization
• Support for the commissioning of products internally or at the customer's(on-site or remotely)
• Other duties may be assigned

Qualifications & Skills

Required

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in computer science, electrical or other relevant engineering field or a comparable qualification
• 5+ years' experience in large, high-voltage battery pack development, from concept to market.
• Over 3 years’ experience of leading/management of engineering teams.
• Experience with battery management system (BMS) development and verification for high voltage battery packs.
• Knowledge and experience of BM development according to functional safety ISO 26262 and cybersecurity ISO 21434
• Strong knowledge of embedded control software development process and documentation for safety-critical functions.
• Experience using MATLAB/Simulink for model-based control development and electrical circuit/control simulation.
• Excellent knowledge and experience of CAN communication protocols (SAE J1939, CAN 2.0B etc.)
• Knowledge of requirements management and development process (IATF16949, APQP or V model, etc.)
• Very good comprehension and analytical thinking skills
• Careful and conscientious, structured and organized way of working
• Team and communication skills
• Proficient in English speaking, reading, and writing.

Microvast is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.