IT Software Engineer

Accord Technologies Inc; Mossville (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Accord Technologies Inc. seeks an IT Software Engineer in Mossville, IL for a 12-month W2 contract. The role focuses on operating system level software, embedded control software, and real-time validation across industrial and aerospace sectors.

You will develop control algorithms and software, run SIL/HIL simulations, and collaborate with production teams. A MS degree plus 3+ years of post-MS experience is expected; a PhD is preferred.

Qualifications

• MS degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or Mechanical Engineering (or comparable field).
• 3+ years of industry experience post-MS.
• PhD in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or Mechanical Engineering is preferred.
• Bachelor s degree or below is not eligible for this position.

Responsibilities

• Modify existing databases and database management systems
• Write logical/physical database descriptions and specify identifiers to the management system
• Coordinate database development as part of a project team; determine project scope and limitations
• Review project requests to estimate time and cost required
• Develop control algorithms and software
• Run SIL and HIL simulations
• Validate controls on actual machines
• Participate in daily stand up meetings
• Conduct model development, team reviews, and model releases
• Work 90% in an office environment (PPE required for machine validation)
• Focus on new technology/control systems, diagnostics, optimization algorithms, and digital twins
• Collaborate closely with production teams and other business units
• Opportunity to contribute to concept, design, and development of complex components/subsystems while mentoring others and expanding professional networks

Skills

Matlab/Simulink

Stateflow

Simscape Power Systems

Co-simulation

PID control

Nonlinear control

Neural networks

Embedded software

Debugging tools

Programming languages

Git

Ivy

Education

MS degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

PhD preferred

Tools

Lauterbach

CANape

CANalyzer

RTOS

Linux

Job description

Title: IT Software Engineer
Location: Mossville, IL
Duration: 12 months
Position type: W2 contract

Required Skills

• Extensive experience with Matlab/Simulink, Stateflow, Simscape Power Systems, and Co-simulation
• Strong knowledge of linear control theory (PID with physics insight)
• Knowledge of advanced nonlinear control (adaptive, sliding mode, variable structure)
• Knowledge of intelligent control schemes (neural networks, fuzzy logic)
• Experience with embedded software implementation on multi-tasking RTOS or Linux-based systems
• Ability to debug software using Lauterbach, CANape, CANalyzer or equivalent tools
• Experience with version control (Java, JavaScript, Python, C, and C++)
• Experience with version control (GIT/Ivy)

Soft Skills (Mandatory)

• Verbal and written communication skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Customer service and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively

Apply computer science and mathematical principles to design, develop, test, and evaluate software and systems focusing on operating system level software, compilers, and network distribution software for industrial, medical, aerospace, business, and scientific applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Modify existing databases and database management systems
• Write logical/physical database descriptions and specify identifiers to the management system
• Coordinate database development as part of a project team; determine project scope and limitations
• Review project requests to estimate time and cost required
• Develop control algorithms and software
• Run SIL and HIL simulations
• Validate controls on actual machines
• Participate in daily stand up meetings
• Conduct model development, team reviews, and model releases
• Work 90% in an office environment (PPE required for machine validation)
• Focus on new technology/control systems, diagnostics, optimization algorithms, and digital twins
• Collaborate closely with production teams and other business units
• Opportunity to contribute to concept, design, and development of complex components/subsystems while mentoring others and expanding professional networks

Required Education

• MS degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or Mechanical Engineering (or comparable field)
• 3+ years of industry experience post-MS
• PhD in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or Mechanical Engineering is preferred
• Bachelor s degree or below is not eligible for this position