Principal Design Engineer

FastTek Global; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

FastTek Global is seeking a Principal Model Based Design Engineer to lead the design, modeling, and simulation of advanced control systems using MATLAB/Simulink. The role shapes architecture, algorithms, and verification across multiple programs, driving technology enhancements.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in control systems with model-based design, expertise in PID/MPC, MIL/SIL/HIL testing, and strong leadership abilities to mentor a team of engineers.

Qualifications

• Requires strong background in model-based design and control systems.
• Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink for design, modeling, and simulation.
• Experience leading design reviews and mentoring engineers.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, modeling, simulation of control systems using model-based engineering tools.
• Develop and implement advanced control algorithms (PID, MPC) for complex systems.
• Oversee MIL, SIL, and HIL testing to verify strategies and ensure quality.
• Guide embedded software development and integration with system models.
• Mentor engineers and collaborate with cross-functional teams and partners.

Skills

MATLAB/Simulink

Model-based design

Control systems

PID control

MPC

MIMO control

Embedded software development

Leadership / mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Control Systems or related field

PhD preferred

Job description

Principal Model Based Design Engineer #1067138

Job Description:

The Job:

The Principal Model Based Controls Engineer leads the design, development, simulation, and implementation of advanced control systems using model-based engineering tools such as MATLAB/Simulink. This central role collaborates and provides technical leadership and governance support across all strategic business units across us.

You’ll get to:

• Lead the strategy and governance model for design, modeling, and simulation of control systems using model-based engineering tools (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink).
• Lead new initiatives around advanced workflows including advanced control algorithms for complex systems (e.g., automotive, HVAC, robotics, or industrial automation).
• Oversee Model-in-the-Loop (MIL), Software-in-the-Loop (SIL), and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) testing methods to verify and validate control strategies.
• Guide architecture design and embedded software development for control systems.
• Ensure seamless integration of control solutions with broader system modeling and simulation.
• Plan and conduct non-advocate design reviews to validate solutions and enforce quality standards.
• Mentor and train engineers, promoting best practices in model-based design and controls engineering.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and research institutions to drive technology advancements.
• Document control strategies, simulation results, and validation processes.
• Support certification and regulatory compliance for global deployment.

The Person:

• You love to learn and grow and be acknowledged for your valuable contributions. You’re not intimidated by innovation. Wouldn’t it be great if you could do your job and do a world of good? In fact, you embrace it. You also have:
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Control Systems, or a related field (PhD preferred).
• 10+ years of experience in control systems development, with significant expertise in model-based design.
• Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink and model-based development methodologies.
• Proven experience with various control methods (i.e. PID, MIMO, Non-Linear, MPC).
• Experience with MIL, SIL, and HIL testing environments.
• Experience with field-oriented control methods for brushless motor control highly preferred.
• Strong background in embedded software development and system integration a plus.
• Demonstrated leadership, mentoring, and communication skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management abilities.