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Sr. System Engineer

Status: Exempt (salaried)

Department: Reliability & Sustaining Engineering

Position Summary

The Senior Systems and Controls Engineer is responsible for providing systems engineering support and technical controls to support new and existing fuel cell systems. The successful candidate will have a strong background in system's engineering and should exhibit exceptional communication and project management skills. This individual must be self-motivated, able to handle multiple project assignments and be willing to learn and adapt within a fast-paced engineering organization.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop system concepts and controls strategy for programs associated with product development, cost reductions and reliability improvements.
• Perform controls software verification and data analysis of fuel cells systems.
• Design and improve control algorithms and state machines to maximize fuel cell stack life and performance.
• Develop and verify design targets for fuel cells systems.
• Develop architectures for fuel cell systems conforming to the applicable codes and standards.
• Interface with customers, external organizations, and cross functionally to acquire and document requirements.
• Develop and execute system level design, testing and data analysis to meet various global industrial and transportation standards.
• Lead FMEA, functional safety analysis and hazard analysis for fuel cell systems.
• Understand proper problem-solving methodology and be able to perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA) studies.
• Communicate consistently and effectively to all cross-functional team members as needed to ensure that design intent is understood, and questions are answered to move projects forward.
• Document lessons learned for development and flow down of future system requirements
• Represent Plug Power in a professional manner in all interactions; support the philosophy of the organization to provide high-performing technology to maximize customer satisfaction
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in STEM required. Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or Systems engineering degree preferred.
• Seven (7) years of related work experience in the fuel cell, automotive, electrochemical, or hybrid power train field
• Fundamental knowledge of PEM fuel cell systems or hybrid power train is preferred.
• Demonstrated aptitude for systems thinking and creative problem solving
• Knowledge of certification and performance characterization for North American and European market preferred.
• Effective communication abilities; ability to communicate complex concepts in a simple form
• Computer and software systems skills as applicable including but not limited to: MATLAB, Lab View, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Visio, and Outlook.
• Understanding and experience with coding languages preferred (Python, C, C++)
• Experience setting up and querying various data acquisition tools is preferred.
• Dynamic interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate with diverse audiences and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated analytical abilities with strong attention to detail.
• Teamwork oriented and focused. Must be driven and self-motivated with excellent follow through.
• Ability to manage complex projects and multi-task effectively.

Pay Rate:

We offer a fantastic total rewards package at Plug, and a brief summary is below:
Base salary is determined on a number of factors including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. These factors are considered when making an offer of employment. If you are interested in this position, we'd ask that you apply.
The above pay range, may not take into account local geographic pay variations. If there is an applicable geographic differential, a member of the HR team can discuss that with you.
Health, Dental & Vision Insurance eligibility starting from the first day of hire
401(k) with 5% company match
Bonus eligibility
Paid time off including vacation, personal and sick time
Paid Holidays
Wellness Reimbursement Program
Potential to apply for Tuition Reimbursement
Fertility and Family Building Benefit
Employee Referral program
Employee Assistance Program
Plug Power Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.