Electrical Engineer II

Med-National Staffing Inc.; New Hudson (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Med-National Staffing Inc. is seeking a mid-level Controls Engineer to support vehicle controls and software development, electronics integration, and system commissioning in New Hudson, Michigan.

The role emphasizes control algorithms, model-based development in MATLAB/Simulink, and hands-on testing on prototype vehicles. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience, strong writing and communication skills, and the ability to work within multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Automotive Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related technical discipline.
• 3+ years of engineering experience.
• Experience developing control algorithms and deploying them on real systems.
• Experience with model-based software development using MATLAB/Simulink.
• Experience conducting system or vehicle testing and processing test data.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project.

Responsibilities

• Define controls architecture, platforms, and functionality.
• Develop control algorithms for vehicle and system applications using Simulink.
• Model, test, and evaluate controls performance through bench and vehicle testing.
• Deploy control strategies onto real-world systems.
• Support integration and commissioning of prototype systems in development vehicles.
• Conduct testing, analyze results, and process data to evaluate system performance.
• Develop multi-domain models of mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic systems.
• Analyze system performance metrics and specifications using simulation results.
• Correlate and validate models against physical test data.
• Use modeling and simulation to develop and validate control algorithms.
• Support the design, selection, and integration of electronic components.
• Identify controller hardware based on I/O and computational requirements.
• Communicate system mechanical requirements to design teams.
• Define wiring and connector requirements to support harness development.
• Assist with vehicle and system troubleshooting.

Skills

Control algorithms

MATLAB/Simulink

System testing

Multidisciplinary teamwork

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Automotive, Mechanical, Electrical, CS, CEng, Mechatronics or related

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

MotoTron/MotoHawk/OpenECU/dSPACE

CANape/CANalyzer

Job description

CONTROLS ENGINEER – MID LEVEL

Location: New Hudson, Michigan | Onsite Pay Rate: $35.00 - $44.00/hour Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM | 40 Hours/Week Travel: Approximately 10%, primarily within the Great Lakes region Industry: Engineering | Automotive | Advanced Vehicle Technology

Build the Technology Behind the Next Generation of Vehicles Our Client is seeking a Mid‑Level Controls Engineer to support vehicle controls and software development, electronics integration, and system commissioning. This is an exciting opportunity for an engineer who enjoys taking control strategies from concept to real‑world implementation. You will contribute to the development of prototype and concept vehicles, with a strong focus on vehicle electrification, autonomous technology, and unmanned vehicle platforms. The ideal candidate has hands‑on experience developing control algorithms, deploying them on physical systems, working with MATLAB/Simulink, and conducting testing and data analysis.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Controls Development
  • Define controls architecture, platforms, and functionality.
  • Develop control algorithms for vehicle and system applications using Simulink.
  • Model, test, and evaluate controls performance through bench and vehicle testing.
  • Deploy control strategies onto real‑world systems.
  • Support integration and commissioning of prototype systems in development vehicles.
  • Conduct testing, analyze results, and process data to evaluate system performance.
• System Simulation & Modeling
  • Develop multi-domain models of mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic systems.
  • Analyze system performance metrics and specifications using simulation results.
  • Correlate and validate models against physical test data.
  • Use modeling and simulation to develop and validate control algorithms.
• Hardware & Systems Integration
  • Support the design, selection, and integration of electronic components.
  • Identify controller hardware based on I/O and computational requirements.
  • Communicate system mechanical requirements to design teams.
  • Define wiring and connector requirements to support harness development.
  • Assist with vehicle and system troubleshooting.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Automotive Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related technical discipline.
• 3+ years of engineering experience.
• Experience developing control algorithms and deploying them on real systems.
• Experience with model-based software development using MATLAB/Simulink.
• Experience conducting system or vehicle testing and processing test data.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project.

HIGHLY DESIRED EXPERIENCE

• Experience with one or more of the following is a plus:
• MATLAB, Simulink, and Stateflow
• MotoTron/MotoHawk, Raptor, OpenECU, or dSPACE MABX
• Vector CANape, CANalyzer, or Kvaser CAN
• KingCarSim, TruckSim, ADAMS, or Dymola
• Data acquisition hardware and software
• CAN, Ethernet, LIN, Wireless 802.11, or DSRC communication protocols
• Electric and hybrid vehicle architecture
• Electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, or pneumatic system design and simulation
• Autonomous or by‑wire systems
• Actuator controls, including motors and valves
• Embedded C development
• Vehicle and system troubleshooting
• Automotive, robotics, defense, or motorsports environments

POSITION DETAIL

This is a fully onsite position. Remote work is not available. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Occasional evening or weekend work may be required during project surges or to meet critical deadlines. Approximately 10% travel is expected, primarily to testing locations throughout the Great Lakes region. This position is subject to ITAR requirements. Candidates must meet all applicable U.S. export‑control eligibility requirements. Dual citizenship may affect eligibility for this specific assignment.

INTERVIEW PROCESS

• Qualified candidates can expect a three‑step interview process:
• Initial HR phone screen
• Microsoft Teams interview with the hiring manager
• Onsite panel interview

If you're a Controls Engineer who enjoys seeing your work move beyond simulation and into real vehicles and advanced systems, we'd like to hear from you.