Controls Engineer – Model-Based Design (HVAC)

Global Connect Technologies; Georgia; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Connect Technologies is seeking a Controls Engineer with expertise in Model-Based Design (MBD) to develop and validate embedded control software for commercial and residential HVAC/refrigeration systems. The candidate will work with MATLAB/Simulink in a collaborative engineering environment.

Responsibilities include designing control algorithms in MATLAB/Simulink, building model-based embedded software, conducting MIL/SIL testing, ensuring MAAB conformance, integrating with C/C++, and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience with Bachelor's degree.
• 3+ years of Model-Based Design experience using MATLAB/Simulink.
• 2+ years of controls software development experience.
• Hands-on experience with Stateflow, Simscape, C/C++, Git.
• Strong understanding of embedded systems, control theory, and software validation.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop control algorithms using MATLAB, Simulink, Stateflow, and Simscape.
• Build, verify, and validate model-based embedded software for HVAC/refrigeration applications.
• Develop automated test plans and perform MIL/SIL testing, coverage analysis, and model validation.
• Ensure compliance with MAAB modeling guidelines and support auto-code generation.
• Integrate models with C/C++ embedded software and collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams.
• Support debugging, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement in an Agile environment.

Skills

Model-Based Design

Embedded controls

Control theory

Software validation

Agile collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree with 5+ years

Master's degree with 3+ years

Tools

MATLAB

Simulink

Stateflow

Simscape

C/C++

Git

Job description

Controls Engineer – Model-Based Design (HVAC)

We are looking for a Controls Engineer with expertise in Model-Based Design (MBD) to develop and validate embedded control software for commercial and residential HVAC/refrigeration systems. The ideal candidate will have strong experience with MATLAB/Simulink, embedded controls, and model-based verification in a collaborative engineering environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop control algorithms using MATLAB, Simulink, Stateflow, and Simscape.
• Build, verify, and validate model-based embedded software for HVAC/refrigeration applications.
• Develop automated test plans and perform MIL/SIL testing, coverage analysis, and model validation.
• Ensure compliance with MAAB modeling guidelines and support auto-code generation.
• Integrate models with C/C++ embedded software and collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams.
• Support debugging, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement in an Agile environment.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 5+ years or Master's degree with 3+ years of relevant experience.
• 3+ years of Model-Based Design experience using MATLAB/Simulink.
• 2+ years of controls software development experience.
• Hands-on experience with Stateflow, Simscape, C/C++, Git, and automated verification/testing.
• Strong understanding of embedded systems, control theory, and software validation.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with HVAC or refrigeration control systems.
• Knowledge of MIL, SIL, and HIL testing.
• Python scripting for automation and testing.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.