
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: Familiar Form, Revolutionary Foundation.
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.
- Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision (HDV) – 100% employee covered
- Early-stage Stock Options
- Robust Retirement Savings (401k, HSA, FSA)
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & Parental Leave
- Annual Vacation Bonus
- Wellness & Fertility Benefits
- Cell Phone Stipend
- Complimentary Meals & Stocked Kitchens
California Pay Range
$140,000 - $180,000 USD
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