Controls Engineer

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc. (SGA, Inc.); New Hudson (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc. (SGA) has an on-site, full-time opening for a Controls Engineer in New Hudson, MI. You will develop controls architecture, algorithms, and systems tested in a Simulink environment and integrated into development vehicles.

The role requires 3+ years of engineering experience, a BS/MS in a relevant field, and strong communication skills. Expect collaboration with customers and a 5x weekly on-site schedule.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Automotive, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Mechatronic Systems.
• 3+ years of engineering experience.
• Education / training and willingness to develop in automotive control systems.
• Strong technical writing, communication, team, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Define controls architecture, platform, and functionality.
• Define and create control algorithms for specific systems in a Simulink environment.
• Develop and test controls performance through modeling, bench, and vehicle testing.
• Integration and commissioning of prototype systems in development vehicles.
• Formulate multi-domain models of mechanical, hydraulic, and electronic systems.
• Analyze important performance metrics and system specifications from model results.
• Model correlation and validation to test data.
• Use models to develop and test controls algorithms.
• Support design, selection, and integration of electronic components.
• Communicate mechanical requirements of system to design staff.
• Identify controller hardware to meet I/O and computational requirements.
• Communicate wiring and connector requirements to support harness builds.

Skills

Controls Development

System Simulation & Modeling

System Hardware Specification

Customer Interaction

Planning & Program Management

Communication Skills

Embedded C code development

Education

BS or MS in Automotive, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Mechatronic Systems

3+ years of engineering experience

Tools

MATLAB

Simulink

Stateflow

MotoTron/MotoHawk

OpenECU

dSPACE MABX

Vector CANape

Vector CANalyzer

Kvaser CanKing

CarSim/TruckSim

ADAMS

Dymola

Job description

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc. (SGA) is searching for a Controls Engineer for a full-time opportunity with one of our premier clients in New Hudson, MI. On site schedule 5x weekly

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND SKILLS:

• Controls Development
  • Define controls architecture, platform, and functionality
  • Defines and creates control algorithms for specific systems in a Simulink environment
  • Develop and test controls performance through modeling, bench, and vehicle testing
  • Integration and commissioning of prototype systems in development vehicles
• System Simulation and Modeling
  • Formulate multi-domain models of mechanical, hydraulic, and electronic systems
  • Analyze important performance metrics and system specifications from model results
  • Model correlation and validation to test data
  • Use models to develop and test controls algorithms
• System Hardware Specification
  • Support design, selection, and integration of electronic components
  • Communicate mechanical requirements of system to design staff
  • Identify controller hardware to meet I/O and computational requirements
  • Communicate wiring and connector requirements to support harness builds

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Interaction with current and potential customers regarding Pratt Miller systems
• Planning and program management on internal and customer projects
• Education / training
• Provide feedback on product needs and processes
• Strong technical writing, communication, team, and organizational skills
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint)
• Be a team player
• Have great attention to detail
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION/YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:

• BS or MS in Automotive, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Mechatronic Systems
• 3+ years of engineering experience

DESIRED SPECIALIZED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• MATLAB, Simulink, and Stateflow
• Development Software and Tools for Embedded Systems
  • MotoTron/MotoHawk
  • Raptor
  • OpenECU
  • dSPACE MABX
• CAN Tools
  • Vector CANape
  • Vector CANalyzer
  • Kvaser CanKing
• Vehicle level simulation
  • CarSim/ TruckSim
  • ADAMS
  • Dymola
• Data acquisition hardware and software experience
• Vehicle and system troubleshooting experience
• Knowledge of automotive, robotics, defense, or motorsports industries
• Communication protocols (CAN, Ethernet, LIN, Wireless 802.11, DSRC)
• Electric and Hybrid vehicle architecture
• Electrical/Mechanical/Hydraulic/Pneumatic system design and simulation
• Autonomous and by-wire design
• Actuator controls (motors, valves)
• Embedded C code development

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Position requires light physical activity

EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK:

• Daytime schedule Monday-Friday with infrequent night/weekend work for project surge support and additional effort as needed to achieve deadlines
• Some travel as required or on-site customer work

SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at https://sgainc.com/ .

SGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and our services, programs, and activities. Please visit our company EEO page to request an accommodation or assistance regarding our policy.