Hybrid Systems Engineer: Data, Sensors & Automation

RFA Engineering; Chillicothe (IL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k Plan

Paid Time Off

Education Assistance

Job summary

RFA Engineering is seeking a growth‑minded Systems Engineer to join our hybrid team in Mossville, IL. The role focuses on data collection systems, sensor hardware integration, and field testing with travel to domestic and international locations.

Responsibilities include designing and validating subsystems, collaborating with global software and validation teams, and contributing to process improvements. A BS degree plus 2+ years in related fields is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Mechanical, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science.
• Master's degree may substitute for some experience.
• +2 years of professional experience in systems engineering, machine integration, test engineering, automation, data acquisition, or related fields.
• Knowledge of systems engineering principles: architecture, integration, validation, and troubleshooting.
• Experience with networking technologies and system connectivity in lab or field environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and support machine-based data collection systems and connectivity solutions.
• Perform data collection, validation, and QA for accurate system performance.
• Install, calibrate, troubleshoot cameras, radar, LiDAR, GPS, and data acquisition hardware.
• Execute system integration, validation, and field-testing for advanced safety and automation tech.
• Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, networking, and machine integration issues.
• Develop and maintain engineering docs, test procedures, validation plans, and reports.
• Support proving ground, customer site, and machine testing, with travel as needed.
• Collaborate with global teams to deliver robust and reliable solutions.
• Identify opportunities to improve test processes, data quality, and system performance.

Skills

Python scripting

Linux

System integration

Education

Bachelor of Science in EE/CS

Master's degree considered in lieu of experience

Tools

Vector CANalyzer

CANoe

Linux CLI

Job description

RFA Engineering is seeking a growth‑minded Systems Engineer to join our hybrid team in Mossville, IL. The role focuses on data collection systems, sensor hardware integration, and field testing with travel to domestic and international locations.

Responsibilities include designing and validating subsystems, collaborating with global software and validation teams, and contributing to process improvements. A BS degree plus 2+ years in related fields is required.