Controls Engineer II

Milwaukee Tool; Town of Brookfield (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision insurance

Generous 401(k) savings plan

Education assistance

On-site wellness, fitness center, food

Company culture and growth

Job summary

Milwaukee Tool is seeking a Controls Engineer II to join our engineering team in Brookfield, WI. You will design, model, simulate, and implement advanced control algorithms for battery systems and power tools, working with electrical, firmware, and systems engineers to push the boundaries of performance.

The role requires hands-on development using MATLAB/Simulink, Stateflow, and hardware-in-the-loop tools, plus strong knowledge of power electronics and embedded C/C++.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 2+ years of related industry work experience.
• Working knowledge of model-based control development utilizing MATLAB, Simulink.
• Working knowledge of closed loop control theory.
• Ability to read power electronics schematics and component data sheets.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Design, model, simulate, and implement advanced control algorithms independently and with seniors.
• Develop, analyze, maintain, and document control system architecture.
• Use MATLAB, Simulink and Stateflow for development.
• Collaborate with hardware and firmware engineers to optimize algorithms.
• Conduct experiments, simulations, and data analysis to draw conclusions.
• Use lab equipment to validate control algorithms.
• Track projects to ensure adherence to schedule and processes.
• Facilitate technical meetings and presentations; document outcomes.
• Develop manufacturable designs for mass production of power tools.

Skills

Problem solving

Self-motivated

Organized

Strong work ethic

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MATLAB

Simulink

Stateflow

Power electronics schematics

Embedded C/C++

Control theory (closed loop)

Model-based control development

PWM techniques

Lab instrumentation (oscilloscopes, loads)

Job description

Job Description

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.; Sponsorship is not available for this position at this time.

INNOVATE WITHOUT BOUNDARIES!

At Milwaukee Tool we firmly believe that our People and our Culture are the secrets to our success – so we give you unlimited access to everything you need to create disruptive new technologies and solutions on our electrical engineering teams. Our Engineering Team is responsible for giving life to the batteries, motors, and electronics that power solutions changing the lives of our users. Every developmental phase of these critical components happens in‑house under the watch of this team. We continue to invest in electrical engineering resources to design and develop leadership in electronic capabilities; something unique within the industry. And we’re pushing the limits in firmware engineering, power electronics, embedded systems, machine learning, and the use of artificial intelligence.

Behind our doors you’ll be empowered every day to own it, drive it, and do what it takes to design and develop the biggest breakthroughs in the industry. Meanwhile, you’ll have the support and resources of the fastest‑growing brand in the construction industry to make it happen.

Year after year, our team continues to make significant breakthroughs in the industry. We’re just getting started. To learn more about our story click HERE.

The Controls Engineer II will collaborate with various Engineering teams to design, model, simulate, and implement innovative control algorithms for our products. You will join a team of passionate control, electronic, firmware and system engineers to deliver the next breakthroughs in battery systems and power tool technology.

You’ll also be DISRUPTIVE through these duties and responsibilities

• Work to design, model, simulate, and implement advanced control algorithms independently and under the supervision of senior engineers.
• Develop, analyze, maintain, and document control system architecture.
• Use modeling tools such as MATLAB, Simulink and Stateflow.
• Collaborate with Hardware and Firmware Engineers to optimize and implement next‑generation control algorithms.
• Conduct experiments, perform simulations, and draw concise, logical conclusions by analyzing data.
• Use laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, power supplies, electronic loads, and HIL test equipment to validate control algorithms.
• Track projects to ensure adherence to schedule and Milwaukee Tool’s processes.
• Schedule, develop agendas for, facilitate, and document technical meetings and formal presentations.
• Develop and apply manufacturing mindset to designs to effectively and efficiently mass produce power tools.
• Acquire knowledge and maintain an understanding of Milwaukee Tool’s development and manufacturing processes.

What TOOLS You’ll Bring With You

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 2+ years of related industry work experience.
• Working knowledge of model‑based control development utilizing design tools such as MATLAB, Simulink.
• Working knowledge of closed loop control theory.
• Ability to read power electronics schematics and component data sheets.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills, exercises independent judgement and works well under pressure in a dynamic environment.
• Self‑motivated, organized, efficient, process oriented with a strong work ethic.
• Ability to travel 10% of the time (domestic and international).

Other TOOLS We Prefer You To Have

• Working knowledge of vector control and pulse width modulation techniques.
• Working knowledge of control loop tuning and stability analysis.
• Experience developing plant models to simulate physical systems.
• Experience with software configuration management tools, defect tracking tools, and peer reviews.
• Experience with embedded C/C++, including bare metal programming.
• Familiarity with generating embedded code from MATLAB/Simulink.
• Familiarity with three phase motor control and/or power control applications.
• Familiarity with battery, drive, and motor systems.

We Provide These Great Perks And Benefits

• Robust health, dental and vision insurance plans.
• Generous 401 (K) savings plan.
• Education assistance.
• On‑site wellness, fitness center, food, and coffee service.
• And many more, check out our benefits site HERE.

Milwaukee Tool is an equal opportunity employer.