Controls & Validation Engineer – Autonomous Haul Trucks

Cintal, Inc.; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10 paid holidays per year

Paid time off (2 weeks pro-rated)

Medical insurance (dental & vision)

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with employer contribution

Relocation reimbursement

Yearly bonus

Job summary

Cintal, Inc. in Tucson is seeking a Controls Engineer to support the integration, testing, and validation of autonomous truck control systems in lab and field environments.

You will troubleshoot hardware, software, and controls issues, develop test plans, analyze data, and collaborate with software, controls, mechanical, and systems teams. Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of experience preferred; visa sponsorship available for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related engineering discipline.
• 2+ years of experience in controls engineering, systems integration, testing, validation, or product development.
• Experience with autonomous systems, vehicle controls, embedded systems, or off-highway equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support integration, testing, and validation for autonomous truck control systems in lab and field environments.
• Execute lab and field testing to verify system performance, functionality, and reliability.
• Troubleshoot hardware, software, and controls issues and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain test plans, validation procedures, and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with software, controls, mechanical and systems engineering teams.

Skills

Control systems development

Autonomous systems knowledge

Troubleshooting/root cause analysis

Data acquisition/analysis/testing

Verification/validation methodologies

CAN/J1939 vehicle networks

Diagnostics/calibration tools

Interpreting drawings/schematics

Software development & validation

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/ Electrical/ Computer Engineering or Mechatronics

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

CANalyzer

CANoe

Vector tools

Python

Job description

Cintal is a forward-thinking global technology company that develops and provides cutting-edge products and services to various industries such as heavy equipment, industrial, defense, agriculture, and medical. With our dedicated team of experienced technical professionals, Cintal aims to add value for its customers by leveraging advanced technologies to reduce product costs, shorten design and development lead times, and accelerate the introduction of high-quality products to the market.

BENEFITS:

• 10 paid holidays per year
• 2 weeks of paid time off per year, the current year is pro-rated based on start date
• Access to the company’s medical insurance, including dental and vision
• Eligibility for life insurance and disability coverage for short or long-term disabilities or long- term care needs
• 401 (k) eligibility with employer contribution annually
• Reimbursement for relocation expenses up to a certain amount on a case-by-case basis
• Yearly bonus based on company performance

JOB DESCRIPTION/TYPICAL TASK BREAKDOWN:

• Support the integration, testing, and validation of autonomous truck control systems in both laboratory and field environments.
• Execute system-level testing, troubleshooting, and issue resolution for autonomous vehicle functionalities.
• Analyze test data, identify root causes of system issues, and collaborate with software and controls teams on corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain test procedures, validation plans, and technical documentation.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including software, controls, mechanical, and systems engineering groups.
• Support field deployments and evaluate system performance, reliability, and safety.
• Participate in debugging activities and verification of software releases and control system updates.
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards, testing protocols, and quality requirements.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support integration, testing, and validation activities for autonomous truck control systems and related technologies.
• Execute laboratory and field testing to verify system performance, functionality, and reliability.
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, and controls-related issues during development and validation phases.
• Analyze test results, identify root causes, and collaborate with engineering teams to implement corrective actions.
• Develop, maintain, and execute test plans, validation procedures, and technical documentation.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams including software, controls, systems, and product engineering.
• Support deployment and commissioning of autonomous systems in field environments.
• Monitor system performance and provide recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards, quality requirements, and safety protocols.
• Communicate testing progress, issues, and recommendations to project stakeholders.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related engineering discipline.
• 2+ years of experience in controls engineering, systems integration, testing, validation, or product development.
• Experience working with autonomous systems, vehicle controls, embedded systems, or off-highway equipment is preferred.
• Hands-on experience with troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and system validation activities.
• Familiarity with laboratory and field testing environments.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams in a product development setting.
• Knowledge of data acquisition, analysis tools, and engineering documentation practices.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and technical reporting skills.

REQUIRED TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• Experience with control systems development, integration, testing, and validation.
• Knowledge of autonomous systems, vehicle controls, embedded systems, or off-highway/mobile equipment.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting and root cause analysis of hardware, software, and control system issues.
• Experience with data acquisition, data analysis, and test reporting tools.
• Understanding of system verification, validation methodologies, and test procedures.
• Familiarity with CAN communication protocols, J1939, and vehicle network architectures.
• Experience with diagnostic and calibration tools for control systems.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical specifications.
• Working knowledge of software development and validation processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical communication skills.

DESIRED SKILLS:

• Experience working with autonomous vehicles, autonomous haul trucks, or advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS).
• Familiarity with embedded software development, calibration, and validation processes.
• Exposure to HIL (Hardware-in-the-Loop) and SIL (Software-in-the-Loop) testing environments.
• Knowledge of MATLAB/Simulink, CANalyzer, CANoe, Vector tools, or similar engineering software.
• Experience with Python, MATLAB, or scripting tools for test automation and data analysis.
• Understanding of machine control systems, sensor integration, and vehicle network communications.
• Experience in mining, construction, agricultural, or off-highway equipment industries.
• Knowledge of functional safety standards and system reliability methodologies.
• Ability to work independently in laboratory and field environments with minimal supervision.
• Strong collaboration, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and global team. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. We are pleased to offer visa sponsorship for eligible and qualified individuals.

Cintal provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Equal employment opportunities apply to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.

The pay range for this role is:

80,000 - 98,000 USD per year (AZ-Tucson)