Senior Engineer Vehicle (Application Software)

Brunel is looking for a Senior Engineer Powertrain (application software)
We are looking for a Senior Engineer specialized within the powertrain domain with strong analytical and interpersonal skills. You will fulfill this position at our Automotive client DAF Trucks.

As Senior Engineer Vehicle you are responsible for a sub-domain in the Powertrain area within the Software Architecture group, part of DAF Embedded Engineering.

The powertrain functional area comprises functions which control engine functionalities, such as air management, fuel management and torque/speed control of the engine. Supporting functionalities like input/output processing of sensor and actuators, engine brake, idle control, thermal management etc. are part of the shared work package as well. Based on your experience you will be responsible for one of the sub-domains.

Your responsibilities:

• Secure all the knowledge and having the technical lead within a functional sub-domain and maintaining overview of all developments in that specific area;
• Create architecture within this functional area, in agreement with the function lead engineer. You will support the product owner in planning, prioritizing, analyzing and evaluating software implementation;
• Discuss functional requirements in your functional area with the author of the functional requirement/design documents;
• Support embedded software engineers in designing and testing software implementation;
• As a central point of contact you’ll be responsible for planning and reporting status of issues in your domain, in agreement with the functional lead engineer.
  

As Senior Engineer Powertrain you are part of an agile software development team, that will also develop application software functions according input requirements. In your role you’re responsible to add the functional knowledge to the team.

In this position you report to the Supervisor of the Application Software group.

• Education on Bachelor or Master level with a specialisation in control theory, mechanical- or automotive engineering;
• At least 3 years of relevant experience in the engine functional domain (e.g. air/fuel management, torque/speed control); together with inter controller communication knowledge (e.g CAN and LIN protocol) and related diagnostics;
• Knowledge of embedded software design processes and experience with real time embedded systems;
• Analytical skills and the ability to abstract from the current situation and to explain complex technical information clearly;
  
• Strong interpersonal skills, especially listening and synthesizing, and the ability to collaborate across different groups having varying levels of expertise and skill;
• Fluent in the English language - effective communication in both verbal and written form. Willing to learn the Dutch language.

The following requirements are nice-to-have:

• Knowledge of model-based design techniques, preferably in Matlab/Simulink and Stateflow;
• Experience with agile/scrum;
• Experience with process supporting tools for defect management, calibration and programming;
• Knowledge of diagnostics, OBD and Functional Safety;
• Knowledge of automotive safety and standards like ISO 26262, AutoSAR and SPICE.

Brunel offers outstanding individuals a highly diverse and challenging job opportunity in a company where an open, professional and pleasant working culture is greatly valued; where your personal initiatives will be noticed and rewarded; and where you will receive all the support, coaching and training you need for your future career. This is your opportunity to discover a wide range of sectors and activities and develop your expertise in a fast-moving and results-oriented environment.

Being intermediated by Brunel means that you are contracted by Brunel. Not only you will have a contract, you will as well be assured of a great career! Our primary and secondary terms of work are excellent. A few examples are price reductions at Health Insurance, bonus opportunities and standard 26 days off. Brunel Engineering intermediates both junior and senior engineers within the industry for over 30 years now. Our clients vary from multinationals to local companies. Together we will find the job which meets your wishes.