Engineer, Embedded Controls Software

Walker Die Casting; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Choice of medical plans

401K with company match

Paid parental leave

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Allison Transmission in Indianapolis, IN, is seeking a talented software engineer to develop embedded controls for cutting-edge powertrain technologies. The ideal candidate will have a BS in engineering, strong programming skills in C/C++, and experience with vehicle communication protocols.

This role involves designing, testing, and implementing software solutions to enhance the functionality of our products, enabling greater efficiency for our customers. The position also offers comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and 401K options.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of software engineering experience developing C and C++ real-time embedded controls.
• Experience with vehicle communication protocols like CAN/J1939, UDS.
• Familiarity with software quality processes and tools.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test and document embedded control system software.
• Perform functional and unit testing, system validation.
• Analyze software behavior to pinpoint issues.

Skills

C and C++ programming

Vehicle communication protocols

Embedded software development

Version control with GitHub

Education

BS in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Computer Science

Master’s degree in related field

Tools

Visual Studio

VS Code

Simulink

Job description

JOIN THE TEAM THAT’S POWERING PROGRESS

Building cities. Driving commerce. Saving lives. For over 100 years, Allison Transmission has powered the vehicles and technology that move our world forward.

What powers us? Our employees. From the first person hired by James Allison in 1915 to the thousands across the globe who work for Allison today, we’re driving progress everywhere because we employ top talent worldwide.

Learn more about this role and how you can begin driving your career forward!

Benefits

The below list features some of the benefits currently available. Eligibility may be subject to the terms and conditions of governing documents and available benefits may be subject to change at the company’s discretion.

• Choice of medical plans with prescription coverage
• Employer HSA contribution
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Other voluntary benefits including: Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Identity Theft Protection and Pet Insurance
• 401K with generous Company match & contribution
• Accrued Paid Time Off
• 12 Paid Holidays
• 8 hours paid volunteer time per year
• Robust employee wellness program
• Tuition assistance program & Dependent scholarship program
• On-site blood drives
• Voluntary employee groups open to all who wish to participate, including: Global Women’s Network, Emerging Professionals ERG, Multicultural ERG, Veterans ERG, Toastmasters Club, and more.

Job Description

In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting‑edge technology and develop software for a range of innovative powertrain controls. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and testing embedded software controls that drive the functionality of our products, thus providing the most reliable and valued propulsion solutions in the world to enable our customers to work more efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test and document embedded control system software for Powertrain applications, focused primarily in vehicle communication protocol, messaging, and diagnostics.
• Perform functional and unit testing, system validation, automated testing, and requirement to test traceability.
• Work with/in cross‑functional engineering teams of Systems, Algorithm, Calibration and Validation engineers to develop existing and new products.
• Implement embedded software to meet functional requirements.
• Analyze software behavior to find root cause for unexpected or unacceptable operation.
• Describe & present work results to peers and managers as needed.
• Archive work products to document process compliance and for future maintenance needs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Education

• BS in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Computer Science.

Preferred Education

• Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Computer Science, or related field.

Experience

Required Experience

• 2-5 years of software engineering experience developing C and C++ real‑time embedded controls.
• Vehicle communication protocol development experience – CAN/J1939, PTCAN, GMLAN, UDS, OBD2, etc.
• Experience using Visual Studio or VS Code Integrated Development Environment (IDE).
• Experience with GitHub for software version control & change management.
• Familiarity with CAN Gateway concepts and implementation strategies.

Preferred Experience

• Experience with software quality processes & tools, such as CMMI, SPICE, Autosar.
• Familiarity with the comm component of the AutoSar specification.
• Simulink/StateFlow/MathWorks software or model development.

Allison Transmission is an equal opportunity employer. We have opportunities for all qualified applicants regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, creed, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.

If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran requiring assistance and/or reasonable accommodations reviewing any of the careers information, please contact us at [e-mail].

Please note that Allison Transmission will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Allison Transmission will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.