

Controls Engineer
Location
Redwood City, CA
Level
Mid-Level
Department
Transportation
Type
Salary
$95,000 - $155,000
Job Description
Posted on:
2025-09-02
Responsibilities
- Define requirements for motor control software and interfacing hardware components.
- Design and implement motor controller functionality and algorithms.
- Test, validate, and troubleshoot controller implementations.
- Develop and validate motor control algorithms in laboratory and vehicle settings.
- Influence research and development in component technologies affecting motor designs.
- Advance Tau's intellectual property in electric motor design and controls.
- Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to deliver solutions.
Job Requirements
- 1-3 years of relevant industry experience.
- Strong fundamentals in AC electric motors and drive systems.
- Proficiency in embedded firmware development in C/C++.
- Model development and data analysis skills in Python or Matlab/Simulink.
- Strong communication skills and teamwork preference.
- Advanced knowledge in motor control techniques and control system theory.
- Familiarity with electrical safety and environmental requirements for applications.