Control Systems Developer

Altec Careers; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Prescription

401(k) Retirement

Vacation & Holidays

FSAs

Tuition Assistance

EAP & Mental Health

Life Insurance & AD&D

Job summary

Altec Industries is seeking a Control Systems Developer to join our team in St. Joseph, MO. The role focuses on designing, developing, and deploying embedded control technologies for Altec products, with hands-on experience in model-based design and CAN communications.

Travel up to 25% may be required, including short notice trips. Responsibilities include end-to-end development, interaction with end users, and collaboration across manufacturing, design, and service teams.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in a related discipline; ABET EAC-accredited Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a Master’s Degree in Engineering is required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Willing to travel up to 25% of the time, potentially on short notice.

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate control software using model-based design (MATLAB/Simulink).
• Embedded system design and component selection.
• Build diagnostic and guided calibration pages for technicians to configure and troubleshoot machines.
• Work with CAN-based communication, including signal definitions and module-to-module integration.
• Curate information locally on machines transmitted via telematics to generate customer insights.
• Review electrical component specifications for compatibility.
• Collaborate with remote team members to maintain product architecture.
• Communicate with customers on technical specifications, design and operation.
• Support Operations, Sales, and Service.

Skills

Embedded systems

CAN/J1939

MATLAB/Simulink

Teamwork

Communication

Education

ABET EAC-accredited Engineering degree

Master’s Engineering may count as experience

Pursuing related bachelor’s degree

Tools

CAN tooling

Job description

Why Join Altec?

Altec Industries is seeking a Control Systems Developer to join our teamin St. Joseph,MO.

As a Controls Developer, you will design, develop, and deploy technologies and systems for embedded controls on Altec products.

Interact with the product you create

• Own the development from beginning to end and support the equipment during and after production.
• Interact directly with end users/customers and market managers to get first-hand knowledge of product use(s).
• Work in the manufacturing facilities that produce the equipment being developed.
• Personally operate the equipment in development.

• Contribute to Altec’s team-oriented design, manufacturing, and customer support efforts.

Our values: Customer First - Enjoyment of Work - Family - Financial Stability - Integrity - People are our Greatest Strength - Quality - Spiritual Development – Teamwork.

The job level is able to be adjusted if the candidate meets the qualifications for jobs of a more experienced level in the career path.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in a related discipline required A degree in one of the following majors preferred:

  • Computer Science

  • Computer Engineering

  • Electrical Engineering

  • Mechanical Engineering (controls concentration)

• For engineering degrees, an ABET EAC-accredited Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a Master’s Degree in Engineering is required.

• An applicable Master’s degree may count as 1 year of the required experience.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Work effectively on a team and with minimal supervision.
• Must be willing to travel up to 25% of the time, potentially on short notice, which may include flying.
• Preferred: Experience with MATLAB/Simulink or other model-based design tools.
• Preferred: Familiarity with embedded systems and CAN/J1939.

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate control software using model-based design (MATLAB/Simulink).

• Embedded system design and component selection.
• Build diagnostic and guided calibration pages that help technicians configure, troubleshoot, and service machines.

• Work with CAN-based communication, including signal definitions and module-to-module integration.

• Curate information locally on machines that can be transmitted via telematics to further product knowledge and generate insights for customers.
• Review electrical component specifications and applications for compatibility.
• Work with remote team members to maintain product architecture.
• Communicate with customers on issues of technical specifications, product design and operation.
• Support Operations, Sales, and Service.

Altec’s primary products include Aerial Devices, Digger Derricks, Cranes, Tracked Equipment, and Specialty Products. They can be found across the U.S. and in over 100 countries around the world. In addition to our 8 major manufacturing facilities, Altec has three final assembly plants, 40+ service centers and an extensive network of field service technicians. Altec’s products – Made in America – provide a comprehensive line of equipment that gives utility, telecommunications, and other essential service providers the tools to build and maintain critical infrastructure.

Altec offers a competitive salary that rewards performance and dedication, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental and Prescription Drug Program
• Retirement 401(k) Program
• Vacation and Holidays
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance and Mental Health/Substance Abuse Program
• Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance

Altec Industries, Inc. and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain affirmative action plans to recruit, retain, develop, and promote qualified individuals without unlawful consideration of race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Altec strives to maintain a work environment free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, where associates are treated with respect and dignity.