Simulink Controls Engineer

Akkodis; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Akkodis is seeking a Simulink Controls Engineer for a contract role located in Erie, PA. The position involves converting MATRIXx models to MATLAB/Simulink and validating them on both virtual and Erie lab setups.

You will read existing models, design tests, and present results to the OHV team, while ensuring thorough documentation and adherence to engineering policies. The role requires strong MATLAB/Simulink experience and multi-location collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 5+ years of Matlab/Simulink work experience.
• Experience with vehicle control and vehicle design.
• Experience with control modeling.
• Experience with MATRIXx.

Responsibilities

• Convert MATRIXx control models to Simulink models following design guidelines.
• Read and understand MATRIXx and Simulink models.
• Conduct verification and validation testing on a virtual truck and in the Erie lab.
• Regularly present models and testing results to the OHV team.
• Document architectural design, models, and test results.
• Analyze Simulink model outcomes vs MATRIXx results and present findings.
• Develop test plans for Simulink and MATRIXx models on virtual and lab setups.
• Collaborate in a fast-paced lab environment and communicate project status.

Skills

Matlab/Simulink

Control modeling

Vehicle control

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Tools

MATRIXx

Simulink

MATLAB

Job description

Akkodis is seeking a Simulink Controls Engineer for a contract role with a client located in Erie, PA.

Duration: 12 Months contract + Possible Extension

Pay Range: $58- $60 per hour on W2. The rate may be negotiable based on factors such as experience, education, geographic location, and other relevant considerations.

The contingent worker will assist in converting existing control models from MATRIXx models into MATLAB models. They will follow an architecture outline to convert the models; they will test the changes on a virtual simulator, and they will test the changes on hardware in a lab setting. Results at each stage will be discussed with OHV employees, and implementation strategies may evolve as the team learns the best way to convert the models.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Convert MATRIXx control models to Simulink models following design guidelines.
• Read and understand MATRIXx and Simulink models
• Conduct verification and validation testing on both a virtual truck and in the Erie lab.
• Regularly present models and testing results to the OHV team.
• Ensure proper documentation of architectural design and models consistent with engineering policies and procedures.
• Document Simulink models, architecture, and test results throughout completion.
• Analyze Simulink model outcomes compared to MATRIXx model outcomes and present results
• Develop test plans to test Simulink models and MATRIXx models on both a virtual truck and in the Erie lab.
• Independently conduct testing alongside hourly staff in a dynamic and fast-paced lab environment
• Communicate project status, including roadblocks, optimization thoughts, and significant developments.
• Optimize the implementation of controls in the Simulink models
• Collect data using a variety of tools to ensure consistency between Simulink and MATRIXx results

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or relevant experience
• Experience in control implementation and validation
• 5+ years of relevant Matlab/Simulink work
• Experience with vehicle control and vehicle design.
• Experience with control modeling.
• Experience in mining
• Experience with MATRIXx
• Experience in a testing environment.
• Successful experience working in multi-location engineering teams involved in design and validation activities
• Successful experience working with global teams
• Strong technical aptitude, including applicable engineering tools and systems
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills

Physical Requirements

• Perform office-based work using a computer for extended periods of time at a desk
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) while in testing facilities, including hard hats, eye protection, hearing protection, and steel-toe footwear.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 20lbs in a test facility

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, an EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave, including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client.

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• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers