Company Overview

Kindred is a rapidly growing, venture backed start-up focused on unlocking the conversion of gasoline vehicles to electric using our technology and scale.

We are marketing folks, technicians, software developers, mechanical engineers, designers, painters, and car lovers. We love a whiff of gasoline and we geek out about the torque provided by electric motors. Above all we believe the world is a better place with vintage cars out on the road.

We strive to create a meaningful workplace at Kindred, which means something different for each of our team members. For some, it’s getting these immortal vehicles on the road. For others it’s the portion of revenue we donate to our local community for every vehicle sold. For many at Kindred, it’s the inclusive work environment we’ve created.

Our cars create joyful experiences for our customers and immense pride for our team. If you can match our passion, values, and work ethic, we want you!

Position Summary

The Senior Vehicle Controls Engineer will be responsible for the design, testing and implementation of different control systems used in electric vintage cars and trucks. The Senior Vehicle Controls Engineer will be expected to interface with several external teams from mechanical, design, and electrical. This position will lead architecture and technical aspects within new product development in the Vehicle Controls Team.

The ideal candidate will have an automotive control system background, with experience from design architecture through to the supporting hardware and prototype vehicles. This is inclusive of but not limited to the following: powertrain, thermal, HMI, body control, state control, battery management.

Vehicle Controls Team Values

• One Team – You are a team player and can show up in a capacity to support others as well as yourself.
• Communication – You are dedicated to connecting with the team on a technical and human level.
• Trust and Respect - We are doing something new and innovative. Your level of openness to other’s ideas as well as your own creations are of paramount value.
• Engineering Discipline – Your attention to detail and commitment to driving design through to completion of project timelines.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Architect next generation ECU and vehicle development
• Defining project requirements
• Design of essential system signals and logic that support critical functions
• Implementation and testing from software through hardware
• Vehicle system and operation verification

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics, Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering or related major, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5 – 10 years of experience in the vehicle controls realm
• MATLAB/Simulink experience designing vehicle controls for powertrain and/or thermal systems.
• Experience in leading design, implementing, and testing vehicle control systems.
• Experience developing and implementing controls using Vector CANape/CANoe/CANalyzer.
• V-Cycle: An understanding of the process it takes to implement systems from concept to creation.
• Vehicle Network Protocols: Thorough understanding of industry standard communication such as CAN and LIN networks.
• Strong EE fundamentals and hands on experience with basic electrical test equipment (oscilloscopes, signal generators, power supplies, multimeter, etc.)
• Project Management – You show a dedication to organization and engineering discipline.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Highly collaborative mindset and strong communication skills
• Experience developing features within vehicle powertrain systems and/or vehicle dynamics
• Automotive experience
• Experience with CAPL (not necessary but an added bonus!)
• Although not necessary, your passion for cars in any capacity is always appreciated!

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

Walking, sitting, standing, bending, and stooping. Lifting, carrying, or pushing/pulling supplies, materials, equipment and/or items weighing up to 75 pounds. Clean and well-organized unconditioned shop environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but at times requires ear plugs, use of eye protection, and/or occasional use of a respirator.

What We Offer

• A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Access to cutting-edge tools and technologies.
• Engagement in projects that impact and improve our products and processes.

If you are a passionate and looking to make a significant impact in a leading company, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join us in driving innovation and excellence in our industry.

Note

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.