Senior Controls Engineer

Med-National Staffing Inc.; Oshkosh (WI); On-site; USD 99,000 - 138,000; Part time

Job summary

Med-National Staffing Inc. is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to develop MATLAB/Simulink-based controls for unmanned and optionally manned ground vehicles in Oshkosh, WI.

This contract role focuses on VCM software, model-based design, software requirements, and testing for safety-critical applications. You will work with cross-functional engineering teams on prototype and production vehicle programs, applying embedded software skills and safety standards to deliver robust vehicle control

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related technical discipline.
• 3+ years of related engineering experience.
• Experience with model-based software development using MATLAB/Simulink.
• Experience writing software requirements.
• Experience writing and executing software unit tests.
• Experience with embedded controller development.
• Experience with version control systems.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance.
• Ability to travel up to 20%.

Responsibilities

• Develop safety-critical vehicle controls software for advanced ground vehicle platforms.
• Design and implement control algorithms using MATLAB/Simulink model-based development tools.
• Create, analyze, and maintain software requirements and system requirements documentation.
• Develop and execute software unit tests and integration tests.
• Support Vehicle Control Module (VCM) development and validation activities.
• Conduct software verification and validation activities in simulation and real-world environments.
• Perform root-cause investigations and failure analysis using test data.
• Support software and hardware integration and system-level testing activities.
• Maintain software source code and development artifacts using version control systems.
• Develop and maintain system architecture models and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, reliable vehicle control solutions.

Skills

MATLAB/Simulink

Software requirements

Unit tests

Embedded controllers

Version control

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CAN Bus

Job description

Senior Controls Engineer – MATLAB/Simulink | Vehicle Controls | Safety-Critical Systems

Location: Oshkosh, WI

Work Arrangement: Flexible (Local candidates preferred)

Pay Rate: $84.50/hour

Schedule: Monday through Friday | General Business Hours

Travel: Up to 20%

Employment Type: Contract

Position Overview

Our client is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to support the development of advanced vehicle control systems for unmanned and optionally manned ground vehicles. This role focuses on Vehicle Control Module (VCM) software development, model-based design, software requirements development, and software testing for safety-critical applications. The successful candidate will work closely with cross-functional engineering teams supporting both prototype and production vehicle programs. This is an excellent opportunity for engineers with experience in vehicle controls, embedded software, MATLAB/Simulink development, and functional safety.

What You'll Do

• Develop safety-critical vehicle controls software for advanced ground vehicle platforms.
• Design and implement control algorithms using MATLAB/Simulink model-based development tools.
• Create, analyze, and maintain software requirements and system requirements documentation.
• Develop and execute software unit tests and integration tests.
• Support Vehicle Control Module (VCM) development and validation activities.
• Conduct software verification and validation activities in both simulation and real-world environments.
• Perform root-cause investigations and failure analysis using test data.
• Support software integration, hardware integration, and system-level testing activities.
• Maintain software source code and development artifacts using version control systems.
• Develop and maintain system architecture models and technical documentation.
• Support supplier and customer testing activities as required.
• Participate in project planning, feasibility studies, and technical proposal activities.
• Work within established software safety and systems engineering processes.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver safe, reliable vehicle control solutions.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline.
• Three (3) or more years of related engineering experience.
• Experience with model-based software development using MATLAB/Simulink.
• Experience writing software requirements.
• Experience writing and executing software unit tests.
• Experience with embedded controller development.
• Experience with version control systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance.
• Ability to travel up to 20%.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing embedded vehicle control systems.
• Experience with Vehicle Control Modules (VCM).
• Experience developing safety-critical software.
• Experience with vehicle dynamics features such as Anti-Lock Braking Systems (ABS), Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Traction Control Systems.
• Experience with active safety technologies such as Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB), Forward Collision Warning (FCW), Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS).
• Experience programming embedded controllers using C/C++, Structured Text.
• Familiarity with vehicle communication networks including CAN Bus, Ethernet, Vehicle-to-Vehicle (V2V).
• Experience with Agile development methodologies.
• Knowledge of Systems Engineering methodologies and SysML tools.
• Familiarity with ISO 26262, MIL-STD-882E, IEC 61508, UL 4600.

Ideal Candidate

You may be a strong fit if you have hands‑on experience developing vehicle control software within a MATLAB/Simulink environment and have worked on safety‑critical systems for automotive, defense, off‑highway, robotics, autonomous, or advanced mobility applications. Candidates with experience supporting braking systems, stability control, active safety features, autonomous vehicle controls, or functional safety initiatives are especially encouraged to apply.