Controls Engineer

Responsibilities

• Design and implement algorithms for closed-loop vehicle controls, supervisory controls, thermal management and auxiliary controls of various robot systems
• Build infrastructure including test cases, plant models, and functional models to systematically verify algorithm behavior
• Proactively design features, systems, and processes to exceed the needs of internal customers such as robot operations and field service
• Rigorously test robot performance through simulation, component testing, and end-to-end road testing

Requirements

• BS/MS degree in Robotics, Mechatronics, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering or related technical field
• 5+ years hands-on experience building robots, autonomous vehicles, or complex mechatronics systems
• Experience developing and testing brushless motor controls
• Proficiency in model based design using MATLAB, Simulink, and Stateflow
• Strong understanding of feedback control, sensors, actuators, embedded controllers, and CAN communication
• Working knowledge of C and Python

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience building physical models of mechatronic systems for simulation
• Strong understanding of road vehicle dynamics
• Experience with source control and build automation tools like Git and Jenkins
• Ability to write clear, concise, and complete technical documentation

About the Company

DoorDash Labs is an independent team within DoorDash exploring robotics and automation to transform last mile logistics. We aim to apply robotics solutions to services used by millions of people.