Controls Software Engineer - job 1 of 2

As a Controls Software Engineer at Bosch Global Software Technologies, your primary responsibilities will include developing control software for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), designing customer-specific operational controls using MathWorks Matlab/Simulink, and integrating grid-scale battery systems. You’ll also troubleshoot field issues, manage project timelines, and document your work using JIRA and Confluence, while ensuring your designs prioritize robustness and security.

To be considered for the Controls Software Engineer position at Bosch Global Software Technologies, candidates must hold a B.Tech, M.Tech, BE, or ME in Computer Science, Electronics and Communication (ECE), or Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE). Furthermore, candidates should have 3 to 6 years of experience in control software development, along with a solid understanding of grid market applications and power systems.

Successful Controls Software Engineers at Bosch Global Software Technologies should possess skills in control software development specific to grid market applications, knowledge of power systems (like P/Q/V/f controls), and expertise in protocols such as MQTT and Modbus. Familiarity with testing methodologies such as unit tests and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) simulations is also beneficial.

Controls Software Engineers at Bosch Global Software Technologies utilize JIRA and Confluence for project management. These tools help track, manage, and document work while facilitating smooth communication and collaboration among team members throughout the development process.

At Bosch Global Software Technologies, fostering team collaboration is key. Engineers are encouraged to engage in open discussions where differing ideas can be expressed without impersonal disagreements. This culture of teamwork promotes conflict resolution, leading to innovative solutions and a supportive work environment.

When answering this question, detail specific projects you've worked on that involved control software development for power systems. Highlight your understanding of power quality measures, grid frequency control, and your approach to ensuring robust, scalable, and secure designs, ideally providing examples that demonstrate your competence in the field.

For this question, discuss the different testing methodologies you’re familiar with, such as unit testing, hardware-in-the-loop (HIL), software-in-the-loop (SIL), and offline simulations. Explain how you apply these methods to validate the performance and reliability of your control software in real-world applications, along with any tools you've utilized.

Address this question by describing your systematic approach to troubleshooting, including identifying root causes, analyzing system behaviors, and implementing fixes. Provide an example when you successfully resolved a complex field issue, showcasing your problem-solving skills and analytical thinking.

In your response, explain the contexts in which you’ve utilized MQTT and Modbus in previous projects. Highlight any specific applications, your role in implementation, and how you ensured successful communication between systems using these protocols. Share insights on performance optimizations you may have achieved.

For this question, focus on the best practices you employ in software design and development, such as code reviews, thorough documentation, and adherence to security standards. Illustrate with examples how you’ve implemented security features and robustness checks in your past projects, contributing to minimized vulnerabilities.

When answering, discuss your time management strategies, such as breaking down projects into manageable tasks, setting milestones, and using tools like JIRA for tracking progress. Use examples to demonstrate how these strategies helped you meet deadlines while maintaining quality standards.

In your answer, detail how you've utilized Matlab/Simulink in past projects, including specific applications such as modeling and simulating control systems or developing customer-specific logic. Provide insight into your proficiency with the tools and how they facilitated successful project outcomes.

Reflect on your experiences working in teams and discuss the importance of communication, collaboration, and conflict resolution in engineering. Provide examples of how you’ve contributed positively to team dynamics, emphasizing your ability to foster a supportive work environment.

Share how you stay informed about the latest industry developments, such as attending conferences, participating in webinars, subscribing to relevant journals, or engaging with professional communities. Demonstrate your commitment to continuous learning and staying at the forefront of technology.

Describe your learning approach, emphasizing the processes you utilize to quickly get up to speed with new tools or technologies. Mention resources you might use, such as online tutorials, documentation, or collaborating with peers, and give examples of when you've successfully adapted your learning in the past.