Algorithm Developer - MCU

Business Unit: EPS Mobility Role: Algorithm Architect – MCU (Motor Control Unit) The Algorithm Architect – MCU will define, design, and validate the algorithms that control electric motors in EVs or hybrid vehicles. This role focuses on torque control, motor efficiency optimization, field-oriented control (FOC), sensorless control, and system-level integration of motor control algorithms across embedded hardware platforms. You will serve as the technical authority for motor control algorithms, ensuring high-performance, safety-compliant, and scalable solutions for traction and auxiliary motor systems. Key Responsibilities - Define and own the end-to-end algorithmic architecture for motor control, including traction, auxiliary, and hybrid motors. - Develop motor control strategies such as Field-Oriented Control (FOC), Direct Torque Control (DTC), sensorless control, and torque/speed regulation. - Design algorithms for inverter control, PWM modulation, current/voltage sensing, and thermal management. - Collaborate with hardware engineers to optimize algorithms for embedded platforms (MCU, DSP, FPGA, SoC). - Ensure functional safety (ISO 26262) compliance for motor control algorithms and contribute to ASIL-level definitions. - Lead model-based algorithm development and simulation using MATLAB/Simulink or equivalent tools. - Define interfaces between motor control algorithms and vehicle-level systems (battery management, drivetrain, regenerative braking). - Optimize algorithms for real-time execution, computational efficiency and fault tolerance on embedded systems. - Participate in HIL/SIL testing, algorithm validation and performance benchmarking. - Mentor and guide algorithm engineers on best practices, design patterns, and embedded implementation. - Keep abreast of latest motor control technologies, sensorless techniques, and EV trends to inform architectural decisions. Qualifications: - Master’s or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems, Mechatronics, or related discipline. - 8+ years of experience in motor control algorithm development for automotive or industrial applications. - Deep understanding of electric motors (BLDC, PMSM, Induction) and power electronics. - Strong experience in real-time embedded systems, C/C++ programming, and DSP/MCU platforms. - Knowledge of ISO 26262 Functional Safety and experience designing ASIL C/D compliant algorithms. - Experience with model-based design (e.g. MATLAB/Simulink). - Familiarity with vehicle communication protocols (CAN, Ethernet etc.) and integration with vehicle control units. - Solid understanding of state estimation, sensor fusion, and control theory. - Experience with EV traction inverters, e-axle systems, or high-power motor drives. - Exposure to HIL/SIL testing and embedded control hardware validation. - Knowledge of regenerative braking, torque vectoring, and efficiency optimization techniques. - Familiarity with AI/ML applications in motor control (predictive control, anomaly detection). - Understanding of OTA updates and embedded software lifecycle management. - Strong analytical and system-level thinking capabilities. - Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills. - Leadership and mentoring ability for algorithm development teams. - Passion for electrification, automotive innovation, and high-performance control systems. L&T Company Overview / About Us: L&T is a USD 30 billion Indian multinational engaged in EPC Projects, Hi-Tech Manufacturing, and Services, operating across multiple geographies. A strong, customer–focussed approach and the constant quest for top-class quality have enabled L&T to attain and sustain leadership in its major lines of business for eight decades. Given L&T’s capability in strategic electronics and leveraging its foray into semiconductor design and well-established capabilities in L&T Technology Services, the business is expanding its offerings to cover industrial electronic modules, products and systems in critical sectors of Power Electronics, Automotive Electronics, Industrial Robotics & Automation, Communication Platforms and Electronic Systems Design & Manufacturing (ESDM). The focus products under Automotive Electronics are ADAS, Electrification & Connectivity related products.