Engineer III - Controls

NewSpace Research and Technologies; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

NewSpace Research and Technologies is looking for a Control Systems Engineer in Bengaluru, India. The role requires 4–6 years of experience in mobile robots or EV platforms and a Master’s degree in Control Systems or related field. Responsibilities include developing algorithms for vehicle control, integrating autonomy modules, and collaborating with various teams. Candidates must have strong C++ skills, experience with ROS/ROS2, and knowledge of vehicle dynamics. The position is ideal for those passionate about robotics and automation.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years experience in control systems for robots, EVs, or Flight Controls.
• Knowledge of vehicle dynamics, state estimation, and sensor fusion.
• Experience with Nav2 setup and tuning.

Responsibilities

• Develop and tune control algorithms (PID, MPC, feedforward).
• Integrate and calibrate FOC-based motor controllers.
• Develop ROS 2 control nodes in C++.
• Implement kinematics and trajectory execution.
• Work with mechanical, electrical, autonomy, and embedded teams.

Skills

C++

ROS/ROS2

Nav2

motor control (FOC)

robot dynamics

vehicle dynamics

CAN

RS485

Education

Master’s degree in Control Systems, Signal Processing, Robotics, Mechatronics or related fields

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

Gazebo/Ignition

Job description

Job Overview

We are seeking a Control Systems Engineer with 4–6 years of experience in mobile robots, EV platforms, or autonomous mobility systems (UGV/ UAV). Candidates should hold a Master’s degree in Control Systems, Signal Processing, Robotics, Mechatronics, or related fields, with strong skills in C++, ROS/ROS2, ros2_control, Nav2, motor control (FOC), and robot dynamics.

The role involves developing and optimizing control algorithms for differential-drive, skid-steer, tracked, or Ackermann UGVs, integrating autonomy modules, and collaborating across hardware, perception, and embedded teams.

Key Responsibilities

1. Vehicle Control & Motion Systems

• Develop and tune control algorithms (PID, MPC, feedforward).
• Integrate and calibrate FOC-based motor controllers (BLDC/PMSM/Hub).
• Build and validate vehicle dynamics and actuator models.

2. ROS/ROS2 & Autonomy Integration

• Develop ROS 2 control nodes in C++.
• Implement controllers using ros2_control (DiffDrive, Ackermann, manipulators).
• Configure and tune Nav2 (planners, controllers, costmaps, BTs).
• Own bring-up, launch flows, and integration with perception/localization.

3. Manipulator & Actuation Control

• Implement kinematics, Jacobians, and trajectory execution.
• Develop joint‑level control and safety interlocks.

4. EV Vehicle Control Unit (VCU)

• Implement torque control, throttle mapping, regen braking, and diagnostics.
• Work with CAN, RS485 and integrate BMS, motor drivers, and VCUs.
• Develop models using MATLAB/Simulink or Python.
• Validate in Gazebo/Ignition simulation environments.
• Perform HIL/SIL, real‑world testing, tuning, and calibration.

6. Cross‑functional Collaboration

• Work with mechanical, electrical, autonomy, and embedded teams.
• Contribute to safety reviews, FMEA, and requirement discussions.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in relevant engineering field.
• 3‑4 years experience in control systems for robots/EVs/Flight Controls.
• Strong C++ (OOD, real‑time constraints).
• Experience with Nav2 setup/tuning.
• Knowledge of vehicle dynamics, state estimation, sensor fusion.
• Experience with CAN/RS485, integration of VCU, BMS, and motor controllers.

Preferred Qualifications

• Manipulator control (MoveIt/MoveIt2).
• Real‑time systems or embedded MCU experience.
• Exposure to EV HV/LV architecture and functional safety.

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and mathematical skills.
• Good documentation and system design discipline.
• Ability to work in fast‑paced R&D environments.
• Team‑oriented with strong cross‑functional communication.

Required Skills

Autonomous Control Algorithms Aerospace Engineering Fundamentals Aerospace Regulations and Standard - DO-178C (for software) Agile Software Development : Scrum or Kanban Agile Methodologies Autonomous Navigation Algorithms.