Overview
As part of our global development team, you will drive the development of the next generation of E-Bike Batteries and Battery Management Systems (BMS). Building on SRAM's electronics innovation in cycling over more than 15 years, you will take battery systems from concept and prototyping through to mass production. This role will allow a passionate engineer to have meaningful impact on SRAM's new product development through creative design, cross-functional collaboration, hands-on bench experimentation & validation, and challenging problem solving.
Responsibilities
- Architect, build, and release BMS hardware schematics and PCB layout within Altium Designer.
- Validate hardware designs on the bench using Oscilloscopes, Logic Analyzers, Current Meters. Perform basic rework of SMD components and PCBAs to create working prototypes and rapidly experiment.
- Work alongside test engineers to develop design verification and production test systems.
- Understand and work to elaborate key requirements (environmental, performance, safety, regulatory, EMC). Implement and test BMS designs to meet or exceed these needs.
- Optimize hardware design based on simulation and test results. Provide supporting design documentation, including design specifications, design options, tradeoffs and choice rationale, experimental results, and tuning procedures.
- Contribute to the creation, use and adherence to evolving standards for the design rigor and verification.
- Ensure a constant collaboration between stakeholders to facilitate integration of features and services.
- Responsible for the estimation and tracking of progress for tasks through all stages of working packages to meet desired performance, cost, and time-to-market.
Qualifications
- B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering or similar
- 5+ years professional hardware development (component selection, schematic design, and layout) for serial production
- Basic C-Programming skills
- Experience with i²C , SPI, UART design and debugging of hardware and firmware
- Experience in the field of battery management systems, buck-boost converters, and functional safety for embedded systems recommended
- Excellent verbal and written English communication skills as well as strong interpersonal and team skills required
- Maker Mindset. Demonstrated curiosity, willingness to experiment in areas new to you, and humility in learning new things. We'd love to hear about your projects!
- Please include your final grade certificates (Bachelor's/ Master's degree) in your application
About SRAM
SRAM LLC is one of the world's largest suppliers of components to the bike industry. Established in Chicago in 1987, SRAM continues to promote cycling through its products, its advocacy, and its employees who are dedicated to improving the cycling experience. Today, SRAM employs more than 5,000+ employees, in 20+ locations, across 10+ countries. SRAM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
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What We Do
Founded in Chicago in 1987 by Stan Day, SRAM, LLC has grown to be one of the world's largest bicycle component manufacturers. Today, we are led by CEO, Ken Lousberg, and Stan Day serves as Chairman of our Board. SRAM’s global footprint helps us bring cycling to every corner of the globe, including your local roads and trails.
We design and manufacture bicycle components, including shifters, derailleurs, brakes, chains, suspension, and power meters. Our components are used by bicycle manufacturers, distributors, and bicycle retailers.
Read the full history of SRAM: https://www.sram.com/en/company/about/history
Why Work With Us
SRAM’s success is due to the hard work, passion, and commitment of our team members around the world. A respectful workplace where we strive for a diverse and inclusive environment and all people feel welcome. We offer benefit programs that encourage well-being and support in all aspects of team members’ lives.
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