About Pratt Miller, an Oshkosh company
Pratt Miller is a product development company in motorsports, defense, and mobility industries providing clients with product engineering and low-volume production solutions. Our range of research & development, engineering, prototype manufacturing, test & validation, and low-rate production capability help our customers bring their high-quality products to market faster.
The Electronics and Controls Engineer would support a Pratt Miller internal program competing in the IMSA WeatherTech Championship. This position would have both shop based and trackside responsibilities. This position would work within a cross functional team to operate, maintain, and develop the systems and their performance. An extensive background in motorsports data, electronics, and controls is a requirement.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Vehicle Data and Electronic Systems
Design and integration of vehicle electronics and control systems:
- Specify harness, instrumentation, and electronic component requirements
- Responsible for system maintenance, device programing and setup
- Develop and maintain system communication protocols and documentation
- Complete necessary reporting and documentation
Maintenance and operation of vehicle control and data acquisition systems:
- Trackside and shop-based analysis, optimization, and maintenance of vehicle controls and data acquisition systems
- Simulation and testing of feature developments
- Document requested development, integration, and feedback
- Maintain a feature timeline and development plan
- These control systems include, but are not limited to:
- Traction control
- Braking control
- Clutch control
- Hybrid system control
- Driver feedback and dash systems
- High voltage systems
- Scrutineering systems
- Embedded fuel/energy consumption strategies
- Interaction between Chassis and Powertrain Systems
- Simulation and hardware in the loop integration
Trackside / Support Execution
Race and Test Event support
- Race and test event support when required
- Race and testing support duties could include but not limited to:
- Data review related to vehicle system and instrumentation operation
- Optimization of controls system to improve vehicle performance
- Telemetry monitoring for performance and reliability
- Programming of data acquisition and control systems
- Data downloading and distribution
- Verification, maintenance and replacement of instrumentation and electronics equipment
- Assisting in setup and teardown of equipment
- Other various activities suited to skill set
Team Member Interactions
This role will interface heavily with a large cross functional team. Overall communication and interaction are expected to be handled in a collaborative manner for the overall improvement of performance and execution.
The role will be expected to interact with other groups within Pratt & Miller, and outside in relation to execution of duties not limited to:
- Organization, participation, and collaboration in meetings
- Support and project realted travel
ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
In addition to the responsibilities mentioned above, tasks relating to the following area will be. assigned as required:
- Support Pratt Miller initiatives, marketing events, and general development as necessary
- Provide feedback on product needs and processes
- Support Program Management on process developments and improvements
ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
Desired Education
- BS in engineering or other advanced technical background
- 5 years or greater of Motorsports experience with a focus on vehicle electronics and controls systems
- Preferred background in vehicle dynamics and controls engineering
Desired Specialized Knowledge and Skills
- Advanced engineering background covered as part of duties outlined above
- Motorsport data acquisition system software and hardware
- Controls engineering and system development
- Extensive knowledge of CAN based system programming, architecture, and operation
- Operational knowledge of high voltage and hybrid systems
- Experience covering a range of vehicle data acquisition system tools
- PI Toolbox
- PI Workshop
- Bosch WinDarab
- Bosch RaceConOther
- Marelli Wintax
- Other
- Advanced experience in data processing and visualization
- Matlab
- Tabluea, Kibana, others
- Excel
- Other
- Basics knowledge in different programming languages
- Simulink
- C++
- Visual Basic
- Python
- Other
Work Environment/Physical Demands
- Stress may occur periodically
- Long hours may be required at times
- Travel required but would vary on support needs
- Ability to travel outside of continental US with no restrictions
Pay Range:
$78,400.00 - $121,500.00
The above pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target pay for the position across all U.S. locations. Within this range, individual pay is determined by various factors, including the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's experience, education and skills, as well as the equity of pay among team members in similar positions. Beyond offering a competitive total rewards package, we prioritize a people-first culture and offer various opportunities to support team member growth and success.
Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any part of the recruitment process, please contact our talent acquisition team by email [email protected].
Oshkosh Corporation is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. This company will provide equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Information collected regarding categories as provided by law will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.
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