Description
CODESYS Contract Software Engineer. Electric Vehicles, Battery Systems
Blackburn, Lancashire. Commutable from Preston, Bolton, Burnley, North Manchester
£350 - £500 per day depending on experience
Innovative electric vehicle development company urgently requires experienced Software Engineer with strong CODESYS experience to program and document their vehicle management units, battery management systems and other ancillary electronic components.
The Role:
You will be expected to bring technical knowledge and guidance of programming CodeSys 2.3 and 3.5 for an automotive application. Ideally you will have working knowledge of vehicle HV battery (BEV) systems and be from a mechanical, electrical and or electronic engineering background. Automotive/Electric/Battery powered systems background is ideal. Your support will ensure the achievement of business objectives and technical development by delivering projects on time and within budget. The role will require you to take responsibility for the development, documentation and maintenance of CODESYS software libraries and systems from development to production.
On this contract you will:
Write and analyse programs written in CodeSys 2.3 and 3.5
Work within the parameters of ISO26262 functional safety (with support)
Support vehicle build and advise on the battery and charging design process
Plan and execute vehicle tests
Manage component change including costs
Have responsibility for the collation and presentation of data as and when required
Required Skills and Experience:
Proven experience in a similar role/automotive application
Sound working knowledge and experience in writing programs in CodeSys 2.3 and 3.5
Understanding of battery electric vehicles
Good electrical and electronic skills
Desirable:
Working knowledge of Battery Management Systems (BMS) and their programming
Any working knowledge of LiFePo 4 Prismatic Cells, Lithium Pouch and Lithium Cells
Working knowledge of HV DC battery safe working practices
HV isolation, automatic disconnection and insulation monitoring
An understanding of battery layout, their electrical design and charging capabilities
Excellent computer skills and preferably with knowledge and familiarity of, CAN CANOpen, J1939, Software C-code, CodeSys 2.3 and 3.5, communication protocols, CANMoon and toolchain
Experience of developing control algorithms for EV/HEV automotive applications, including electric motor controls
The Person:
Multitasker and organised
An eye for detail, high standard of work
Please send CV now and call Tim Morris to find out more
CODESYS Contract Software Engineer. Electric Vehicles, Battery Systems
Blackburn, Lancashire