Senior Controls Engineer: Autonomous Heavy Machinery

AIM Intelligent Machines, Inc.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

AIM Intelligent Machines, Inc. in Seattle is seeking a Controls Engineer to develop and deploy control systems for autonomous heavy equipment. You will translate physics-based models into production code, validate behavior on test rigs, and collaborate with hardware, software, and field teams.

The role emphasizes hands-on work, from experiments and system identification to tuning controllers and ensuring safety, reliability, and performance across changing loads and terrains.

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering or related field; equivalent practical experience.
• Experience designing, implementing, and tuning controllers on physical systems.
• Proficiency in C++ and experience with Python or MATLAB for analysis and development.

Responsibilities

• Develop machine control algorithms.
• Characterize machine dynamics.
• Deliver production controls software.
• Validate performance on real machines.

Skills

Controllers on physical systems

C++ programming

Python or MATLAB

Modeling and system identification

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, Aerospace Engineering, or related field

Tools

CAN bus

Embedded software

Real-time systems

Job description

AIM Intelligent Machines, Inc. in Seattle is seeking a Controls Engineer to develop and deploy control systems for autonomous heavy equipment. You will translate physics-based models into production code, validate behavior on test rigs, and collaborate with hardware, software, and field teams.

The role emphasizes hands-on work, from experiments and system identification to tuning controllers and ensuring safety, reliability, and performance across changing loads and terrains.