Controls Engineer Lead

Actalent; Sussex (WI); On-site; GBP 68,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Controls Engineering Architect to develop physics-based models and control algorithms for electromechanical and power systems using MATLAB/Simulink. The Embedded Controls Engineer will build models from scratch, drive new product development, and support simulation, validation, and automatic code generation activities in a rapidly evolving technology environment.

Experience with medium-voltage power systems, engines or generators, and power conversion equipment is highly

Qualifications

• Strong experience with MATLAB/Simulink for model-based design.
• Genset experience highly desirable.
• Ability to build models from scratch for engines, generators, and power systems.
• Solid grounding in physical system modeling and controls theory.

Responsibilities

• Develop physics-based, mathematical, and data-driven models using MATLAB/Simulink for complex physical systems.
• Create and validate models from scratch for engines, generators, power conversion equipment, and similar electromechanical platforms.
• Design, simulate, tune, and validate advanced control algorithms for embedded control applications.
• Configure and maintain models for automatic code generation into embedded software environments.
• Participate in model verification, simulation, testing, and controls validation activities to ensure robust performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to develop next-generation controls technology and support new product development.
• Support embedded controls and software development activities by applying model-based design methodologies.
• Work in a dynamic environment with evolving requirements and technology direction throughout product development.
• Clearly explain modeling methodologies and approaches used to represent real-world systems to stakeholders.

Skills

MATLAB/Simulink

Genset experience

Modeling from scratch

Physical system modeling

Control algorithms

Embedded code generation

Model-based design

Effective communicator

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MATLAB

Simulink

Job description

Job Title: Controls Engineering Architect

Job Description

This role focuses on developing advanced, physics-based models and control algorithms for complex electromechanical and power systems using MATLAB/Simulink. The Embedded Controls Engineer will build models from scratch, drive new product development, and support simulation, validation, and automatic code generation activities in a rapidly evolving technology environment. Experience with medium-voltage power systems and heavy equipment or power generation applications is highly desirable. Need GENSET expereince.

Responsibilities

• Develop physics-based, mathematical, and data-driven models using MATLAB/Simulink for complex physical systems.
• Create and validate models from scratch for systems such as engines, generators, power conversion equipment, and similar electromechanical platforms.
• Design, simulate, tune, and validate advanced control algorithms for embedded control applications.
• Configure and maintain models for automatic code generation into embedded software environments.
• Participate in model verification, simulation, testing, and controls validation activities to ensure robust performance.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional engineering teams to develop next-generation controls technology and support new product development.
• Support embedded controls and software development activities by applying model-based design methodologies.
• Work effectively in a rapidly evolving environment where requirements and technology direction may change during the product development lifecycle.
• Clearly explain modeling methodologies and approaches used to represent real-world systems to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Essential Skills

• Strong, hands-on experience with MATLAB/Simulink, specifically in model-based design.
• Genset expereince
• Demonstrated ability to build models from scratch rather than only modifying or consuming existing models.
• Solid understanding of physical system modeling, controls theory, and simulation techniques.
• Proven experience developing, validating, and tuning control algorithms for embedded control systems.
• Experience with automated code generation from Simulink or similar model-based design environments.
• Ability to clearly articulate and explain modeling methodologies and approaches used to represent real-world systems.
• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related discipline.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with medium-voltage power systems (11kV+), while not required, is highly desirable.
• power generation, heavy equipment, or similar industrial environments is preferred.
• Experience modeling engines, generators, and power conversion equipment or comparable electromechanical systems.
• Strong programming mindset and ability to work with embedded software teams in a model-based development workflow.

Work Environment

The Embedded Controls Engineer will work in a dynamic engineering environment focused on developing next-generation controls technology for complex electromechanical and power systems. The role involves extensive use of MATLAB/Simulink and model-based design tools, including simulation, validation, and automatic code generation for embedded software. Work is highly collaborative, with frequent interaction with cross-functional engineering teams and exposure to evolving requirements and technology directions throughout the product development process. The environment emphasizes innovation, rigorous technical analysis, and clear communication of modeling approaches and results.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Sussex, WI.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $65.00 - $85.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Sussex,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 19, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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