Controls Engineer

SYLUX; Logansport (IN); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SYLUX is seeking a Controls Engineer to design, implement, and optimize control systems that integrate infrared perception technology into vehicle platforms and test environments. The role is full-time and hybrid, initially based in Goleta, CA for 3–6 months with eventual relocation to Logansport, IN.

You will develop and tune control algorithms, configure motion and robotics systems, collaborate with electrical and software teams to ensure seamless ADAS integration, diagnose issues, support

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or a related field.
• Design, analyze, and integrate control hardware and sensors.
• Proficiency in Process Control and Motion Control; tune control algorithms.
• Hands-on experience with Robotics and automation systems.
• Advanced Troubleshooting skills for lab and field environments.
• Experience with MATLAB/Simulink, PLC programming, embedded control frameworks.
• Familiarity with automotive or ADAS systems and validation practices.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment and communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and optimize control systems integrating infrared perception.
• Develop and tune control algorithms for dynamic systems.
• Configure motion control and robotics systems.
• Collaborate with electrical and software teams for ADAS integration.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot system issues; support prototype validation.
• Document designs, test results, and control strategies.
• Support continuous improvement of control processes and standards compliance.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Process Control

Motion Control

Robotics

Troubleshooting

ADAS knowledge

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or a related technical field

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

PLC programming

Embedded control frameworks

Job description

Company Description

Sylux, Powered by Compal, develops infrared perception systems that enhance vehicle safety when conventional ADAS solutions are less effective, such as in darkness, glare, and adverse weather. By sensing heat instead of visible light, Sylux enables reliable classification of vehicles, pedestrians, cyclists, animals, and other objects in challenging conditions. Its CDAT™ perception stack provides classification, distance estimation, action, and tracking in a unified platform that integrates with existing ADAS architectures. The system is designed for scalable deployment across all levels of autonomy and is aligned with global safety standards, including FMVSS 127 and UN ECE regulations. Sylux focuses on improving real-world safety while maintaining flexibility in system design for automotive partners.

Role Description

The Controls Engineer role is a full-time, hybrid position initially based in Goleta, CA, (3-6 months) with eventual job location situated in Logansport, IN. This role involves designing, implementing, and optimizing control systems that integrate infrared perception technology into vehicle platforms and test environments. Day-to-day responsibilities include developing and tuning control algorithms, configuring motion control and robotics systems, and collaborating with electrical and software engineering teams to ensure seamless integration with ADAS architectures. The Controls Engineer will diagnose and troubleshoot system issues, support prototype builds and validation testing, and document designs, test results, and control strategies. The role also includes contributing to continuous improvement of control processes and supporting compliance with relevant automotive safety standards.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in Electrical Engineering and related disciplines, with the ability to design, analyze, and integrate control hardware and sensors.
• Proficiency in Process Control and Motion Control, including development and tuning of control algorithms for dynamic systems.
• Hands-on experience with Robotics and automation systems, including system integration and control of multi-axis platforms.
• Advanced Troubleshooting skills for diagnosing and resolving control, electrical, and system-level issues in lab and field environments.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Experience with control system software tools (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink, PLC programming, embedded control frameworks) is highly beneficial.
• Familiarity with automotive or ADAS systems, safety standards, and validation practices is a plus.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, collaborate across disciplines, and communicate technical concepts clearly in writing and speech.