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Senior Motor Control Engineer

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Turntide

Turntide

201-500 employees

Develops energy-efficient solutions for transportation and agriculture

Energy
Food & Agriculture
Automotive & Transportation

Senior, Expert

Newcastle upon Tyne, UK

Category
Control Systems Engineering
Embedded Systems Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Required Skills
Data Structures & Algorithms
MATLAB
Requirements
  • Extensive knowledge of core motor types used in traction drive applications and their operation.
  • Proficiency in vector control methods and modulation schemes for VSIs.
  • Strong understanding of physical principles in motor drives and vehicle applications.
  • Basic understanding of power electronics and electrical laws.
  • Extensive experience with MATLAB/Simulink and associated code generation tools.
  • Familiarity with MAB Modelling Guidelines and debugging models.
  • Experience and proficiency in development of real-time embedded software (e.g. C/C++ language) as well as debugging on real-time embedded systems.
  • Experience with laboratory test equipment, dynamometers, and performance testing equipment.
  • Experience working in high voltage labs.
  • Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
  • A degree or equivalent in the following discipline is required: BSc (Hons) in Electrical and Electronic Engineering or equivalent. 2.1 or higher grade.
Responsibilities
  • Design, development and test of motor control algorithms for PMAC (including IPM), Induction Motor, SynRM, and SRM (Switched Reluctance Motor), as well as potentially other motor types.
  • Design, development and test of controls schemes for vehicles.
  • Develop dynamic system simulation models using MATLAB/Simulink, Simscape, and other tools.
  • Accurately model motor, inverter, and system performance to meet target specifications.
  • Developing procedures for motor and system testing.
  • Research and develop novel high-performance motor control algorithms.
  • Carry out motor characterization and motor controller sign-off procedures.
  • Provide technical support to applications, validation, software, and sales.
  • Review system requirement and specify design and test requirements.
  • Document design architecture and high-level designs, producing user guides and white papers to be consumed by all levels of the business and externally.
  • Develop software modules and tools using C and Python.
  • Ensure software design follows company quality and safety procedures.
  • Interpret customer and product specifications to create functional software specifications.
  • Ensure work is carried out safely and complies with local 5S protocols.
  • Communicate findings, issues, constraints, delays, and progress to internal customers and supervisors.

Turntide develops energy-efficient solutions for the transportation and agriculture sectors. In transportation, they partner with companies like Hitachi to retrofit trains with hybrid rail technology, utilizing their expertise in battery systems to electrify existing trains. In agriculture, their product, the Intelligent Barn, integrates hardware and software to enhance the welfare of dairy animals and improve farm operations while promoting sustainability. Unlike many competitors, Turntide focuses on creating partnerships to retrofit existing systems rather than building new ones from scratch. Their goal is to foster a sustainable ecosystem that helps various industries reduce energy consumption and minimize environmental impact.

Company Stage

Series C

Total Funding

$739.6M

Headquarters

Sunnyvale, California

Founded

2013

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-14%

1 year growth

-31%

2 year growth

-46%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Recognition as an Energy Transition Changemaker by COP28 underscores Turntide's leadership in sustainability and energy efficiency.
  • The launch of advanced products like the Turntide Whitehaven inverter and modular battery packs highlights their commitment to continuous innovation.
  • Strategic acquisitions and partnerships, such as with BrainBox AI and Hitachi, expand Turntide's market reach and technological capabilities.

What critics are saying

  • The divestiture of their Automation Division to BrainBox AI could lead to a loss of integrated capabilities and market share.
  • Operating in multiple sectors may dilute focus and resources, potentially impacting the quality and innovation of their solutions.

What makes Turntide unique

  • Turntide's focus on retrofitting existing systems with energy-efficient technology sets it apart from competitors who primarily develop new systems.
  • Their partnerships with industry giants like Hitachi enable them to leverage existing market presence and expertise, providing a competitive edge.
  • Turntide's diverse sector involvement, from transportation to agriculture, allows them to tap into multiple revenue streams and market opportunities.