About the team
The electronics team is a diverse team with different and complementary competencies. We are responsible for all electronic systems, both on and off the car. This includes everything from the high-voltage system that powers the car to the low-voltage system used for safety systems, data acquisition and other functions.
The goal for this season is to increase performance and reliability of the electronics system. Last year we built our first electric car that raced during competition. This allows this year’s project to test and improve but also highlights which components that need to be redesigned. Join the electronics team where students become professionals!
About the work and responsibilities
The responsibilities are divided into four different categories. Between them, there will be a close cooperation where some engineers have responsibilities in multiple areas.
Electrical tasks
Electrical tasks include designing electrical schematics and PCBs, electrical simulations, soldering, testing electrical systems, electrical troubleshooting etc. There are many systems and some systems require less electrical knowledge than others.
Programming tasks
The programming tasks include writing code, usually in the programming languages C/C++, but also debugging and testing code. Many but not all tasks can include working with microcontrollers, control systems, CAN communication or data logging and visualisation. There are tasks that do not require any or just minor electrical knowledge.
Wire Harness
The wire harness is used to connect all the electrical systems together. Building the wire harness includes tasks like crimping connector pins, assembling connectors and cable management. Some additional tasks are electrical troubleshooting and soldering.
E-Packaging
The Electrical-Packaging group will design and produce enclosures for all electrical systems on the car, as well as deciding where and how to mount various electrical components. The process includes CAD, creating detailed drawings and manufacturing. Materials used are e.g. steel, aluminium and plastics (from our 3D-printer).
The time expected for a team member to contribute each week is approximately 10h. The time is divided into workshops on Mondays and Wednesdays between 17:15 and 21:00, a weekly lunch meeting and an additional hour each week for planning. No working time is expected to be spent during exam periods!
Who we are looking for
We are looking for driven and enthusiastic new members to the team. We are not expecting that anyone knows what to do from the first workshop or fits all our criteria we are looking for. Of course, it is meritorious to have previous experience with similar tasks but do not hesitate to apply for the team if you are a good team player, creative problem solver and want to learn new things.
Professional skills/competencies
The skills listed below are not all mandatory, but meritorious. Feel free to apply even if you don’t have all the skills listed for a specific task!
Electrical Tasks
- Soldering
- Analog electronics
- PCB and electrical schematic design
Programming tasks
- C/C++ programming
- Experience with microcontrollers
- General electronics knowledge
Wire Harness
- Cable management
- General electronics knowledge
E-Packaging
- CAD
- Creating drawings
Personal skills for all tasks
- Curious
- Team player
- Structured
- Problem solver
Application Process
If you believe you would fit the Electronics Team, please send your application (in Swedish or English) no later than September 8th. Attach your CV and tell us why you would be a great fit for this team.
LiU Formula Student may be a car association and it is always fun to work with people who share the same interests. However, you are of course welcome to apply to our association regardless of whether you are interested in cars or not.
The interviews will be held continuously during the recruitment period. If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please write to our HR team at hr@liuformulastudent.se. For specific questions about the team, reach out to the team leader at linus.fridlund@liuformulastudent.se
We are looking forward to hearing from you!