Principal Software Engineer

Principal Software Engineer

Status: Exempt (salaried)

Department: Electrical Engineering

Position Summary

The Principal Software Engineer is a vital team member that supports activities related to the development and continual operation of Plug Power’s products. This position is responsible for developing and maintaining the design of hydrogen fuel cell control systems for use in on-road and stationary applications. The Principal Software Engineer will be an integral part to help in the enhancement of the current technology, establishing and developing processes to grow the engineering department, and assisting in the development and design of new products. The focus for the individual will be on embedded systems and will have growth and exposure to both Hardware design as well as Firmware design.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, design, and deliver fuel cell control systems.
• Create requirements, design, source, and test custom electrical controls.
• Ensure designs meet required ASIL hazard classifications (Automotive Safety Integrity Levels).
• Types of designs include but are not limited to the following: Battery Management Systems (BMS), Electronic Control Units (ECUs), Motor Controllers (MCU’s), DC/DC Controllers, and Human Machine Interfaces (HMI)
• Specific design and development responsibilities include:
  • Embedded drivers for microcontroller-based systems
  • Windows Programs to interface/test embedded software/devices
  • Diagnostic Software and control algorithms
  • Control Software geared towards driving efficiency
• Maintain documentation of all software phases concurrent with Plug Power Policies.
• Responsible for the review and approval of contractor design deliverables.
• Ability to manage complex projects and multi-task effectively.
• Serve as the technical lead and mentor to Junior Engineers.
• Provide value-added software design solutions for new and current projects.
• Build relationships and engage in regular communications with cross-functional colleagues
• Collaborate with the Systems Team to ensure firmware meets the required intent of the overall electrical architecture.
• Collaborate with Operations Team to achieve manufacturability and cost milestones.
• Collaborate with the Service Team to ensure ease of maintenance of products.
• Support all active projects and new project development as required.
• Represent Plug Power in a professional manner at all times and in all interactions.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• BS in Engineering or a STEM related discipline

• 10+ years’ experience working in Engineering
• Proficient in Firmware Development using C/C++ language
• Experience with formal software design methodologies such as Waterfall or Agile
• Experience with Model Based code generation (MATLAB/Simulink)
• Experience with Version Control systems such as Git, SVN etc.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Expert with designing for the Automotive Electrical Vehicle market a plus.
• Familiar with working with large partner automotive groups.
• Familiar with designing equipment that achieves IP67 rating.
• Experience with hazardous area design High-Voltage & High-Power
• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience in leading and/or coordinating cross-functional teams.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Results-oriented and driven work style.
• Excellent task-oriented follow-through.
• Uncompromising dedication to quality
• Demonstrated analytical abilities with strong attention to detail
• Ability to lead and design and/or optimize independently to drive significant advancement in complex projects/programs and mentor junior engineers.

Pay Rate:

We offer a fantastic total rewards package at Plug, and a brief summary is below:
✓Base salary is determined on a number of factors including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. These factors are considered when making an offer of employment. If you are interested in this position, we’d ask that you apply.
✓The above pay range, may not take into account local geographic pay variations. If there is an applicable geographic differential, a member of the HR team can discuss that with you.
✓Health, Dental & Vision Insurance eligibility starting from the first day of hire
✓401(k) with 5% company match
✓Bonus eligibility
✓Paid time off including vacation, personal and sick time
✓Paid Holidays
✓Wellness Reimbursement Program
✓Potential to apply for Tuition Reimbursement
✓Employee Referral program
✓Employee Assistance Program
Plug Power Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.