What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Systems Control Engineer position at Hypercraft?
Hypercraft’s mission is to make hybrid and EV technology more-widely available to vehicle manufacturers seeking the performance benefits of electric and hybrid propulsion. We are among the first companies in the world to supply complete electrified drive systems (powertrains) to manufacturers of vehicles in the automotive, racing, defense, commercial, and marine industries.
We exist to give bold visionaries and builders of the future access to advanced propulsion technology, and to help those companies more quickly launch and scale their businesses.
Our aspiration is to be the thought leader in our industry. We achieve this by tackling problems only found at the system level when providing complete system solutions. Controls play a key role in the discovery, formulation, and resolution to these system challenges.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Senior System Controls Engineer at Hypercraft, you’ll lead the development and deployment of model-based control algorithms for cutting-edge hybrid and electric vehicle powertrains. You’ll work across the full lifecycle, from architecture through calibration and validation, integrating software with mechanical and electrical subsystems. You’ll also serve as a technical partner to customers, guiding them through integration, debugging, and optimization of Hypercraft systems. Job responsibilities include to:
- Own development, testing, and deployment of Simulink-based control models
- Drive closed-loop system tuning and calibration for vehicle dynamics, thermal systems, and drivetrain performance
- Convert high-level controls requirements into robust production-ready software
- Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to ensure alignment between hardware and controls
- Support customers with on-site commissioning, tuning, and validation of systems
- Diagnose and resolve technical issues at the intersection of software, mechanical, and electrical domains
- Collect, analyze, and report data to inform product and control strategy improvements
- Represent Hypercraft as a technical lead during customer engagements
- Maintain version control, documentation, and configuration traceability of builds
- Contribute to design and code reviews, test plans, and release notes
REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical, Electrical, or Automotive Engineering with Controls focus
- 5 years of experience in model-based control development using MATLAB/Simulink
- Strong understanding of vehicle dynamics, torque control, and embedded system integration
- Proficiency in at least one scripting or embedded programming language (Python, C/C , MATLAB)
- Familiarity with version control tools (e.g., Git, SVN)
- Hands-on experience with CAN tools, calibration workflows, and debugging tools
- Solid understanding of thermal, high voltage, and accessory subsystems in EV/hybrid powertrains
- Experience working directly with customers in automotive, marine, aerospace, or similar industries
- Excellent problem-solving skills in unstructured, multidisciplinary environments
- Willingness to travel and provide on-site support as needed
- Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident (no sponsorship available)
- Must be willing to travel about 10% of the time
COMPENSATION
- This position requires on-site work from our Provo, UT office.
- This is a full-time salaried position with benefits commensurate with experience.
- Pay range: $110,000 to $150,000 DOE, plus stock options.
Salary : $110,000 - $150,000
