Engineer / Senior / Principal Engineer – Control Systems

Drive System Design; Farmington Hills (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Farmington Hills is seeking an experienced engineer to design and deliver control systems for electrified powertrains. The role involves developing software using MATLAB/Simulink, defining software architectures, performing hardware testing, and supporting project management. Ideal candidates will have experience in control systems, embedded software, and knowledge of automotive standards. This position offers a unique opportunity to work across diverse sectors and expand technical expertise.

Qualifications

• Experience in control systems and embedded software (C, MATLAB/Simulink).
• Knowledge of EV/hybrid systems and automotive standards (ASPICE, ISO 26262).
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop control software using MATLAB/Simulink.
• Define software architectures and system models.
• Perform testing (SiL, MiL, HiL) and calibration on hardware.
• Deliver technical documentation and customer communication.
• Support project leadership and cross-functional collaboration.
• Contribute to process improvement and business development.

Skills

Control systems

Embedded software

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Tools

MATLAB

Simulink

Job description

At Drive System Design, engineers don’t get pigeonholed - they work across an exceptionally broad and challenging portfolio of projects that span automotive, aerospace, marine, defense, commercial vehicle, and off‑highway sectors. Our teams design and develop next‑generation electric and hybrid systems for both vehicle propulsion and power generation. Using a simulation‑led, system‑level engineering approach, engineers are involved from concept through design, development, and in‑house testing. DSD offers the rare opportunity to build deep technical expertise while continuously expanding engineers' experience across diverse applications and markets.

Role Overview

Design and deliver control systems for electrified powertrains, contributing to both individual and team project success across multiple sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop control software using MATLAB/Simulink
• Define software architectures and system models
• Perform testing (SiL, MiL, HiL) and calibration on hardware
• Deliver technical documentation and customer communication
• Support project leadership and cross-functional collaboration
• Contribute to process improvement and business development

Candidate Profile

• Experience in control systems and embedded software (C, MATLAB/Simulink)
• Knowledge of EV/hybrid systems and automotive standards (ASPICE, ISO 26262)
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Ability to manage projects and work collaboratively