Rail Embedded Systems Engineer – Hybrid/Remote

Knorr-Bremse; Westminster (MD); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Knorr Brake Company is seeking an Electronic Systems Engineer to design, implement, and validate embedded control software for braking, door, and HVAC systems on rail vehicles. The role involves collaboration with multiple engineering teams and adherence to IEEE/EN standards.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and at least 3 years in electronic systems engineering, with experience in real-time embedded development and industrial networks (Ethernet/CAN).

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and 3+ years in electronic systems engineering.
• Experience developing real-time embedded software for control systems.
• Experience with Ethernet/CAN industrial networks and embedded OSes.
• Familiarity with IEEE/EN standards and project documentation.
• Ability to use oscilloscopes, multimeters, or signal generators for testing.
• Familiarity with rail, automotive, or industrial automation environments.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop embedded control software for braking, doors, and HVAC systems.
• Prepare software documentation per IEEE/EN standards and project requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams for integration and testing.
• Support validation, troubleshooting, and issue resolution of control software.
• Maintain quality, safety, and regulatory documentation and records.
• Provide input on schedules and technical deliverables during reviews.

Skills

ANSI C/C++

Real-time embedded

Industrial communication (Ethernet/CAN

Distributed control systems

Software development lifecycle

Engineering documentation (IEEE/EN)

Test & measurement equipment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Knorr Brake Company is seeking an Electronic Systems Engineer to design, implement, and validate embedded control software for braking, door, and HVAC systems on rail vehicles. The role involves collaboration with multiple engineering teams and adherence to IEEE/EN standards.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and at least 3 years in electronic systems engineering, with experience in real-time embedded development and industrial networks (Ethernet/CAN).