Sr. Systems Engineer

Belcan Corporation; Indianapolis, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Belcan Corporation is seeking an Embedded Systems Engineer to design, develop, and maintain software that runs on hardware, focusing on integration with hardware teams and ensuring robust, compliant solutions.

You will work across the product lifecycle from concept through validation, collaborating with hardware, software, controls, and validation teams to meet performance, quality, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering required or equivalent experience.
• Experience with MBSE and systems lifecycle development.
• Proficiency in requirements definition and interface management.

Responsibilities

• Define and manage system requirements using INCOSE principles.
• Develop specifications for control systems, sensors, and interfaces.
• Define system modes, states, and control logic for various scenarios.
• Ensure traceability and verification of requirements.

Skills

MBSE experience

INCOSE knowledge

ISO 15288 awareness

Analytical problem-solving

Communication skills

Embedded systems knowledge

CAN/RS-485/Ethernet/Wi-Fi protocols

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/ Electronics/ Mechanical/ or Systems Engineering

Master's degree in Electrical/ Electronics/ Mechanical/ or Systems Engineering

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

Job description

Job Title: Embedded Systems Engineer - ADV Location: Indianapolis, IN Zip Code: 46204 Duration: 12 Months Pay Rate: $61.97/hr. Keyword's: #Indianapolisjobs; #EmbeddedSystemsEngineerjobs; Start Date: Immediate

We provide a competitive pay and benefits package. This position is offering a pay rate of $61.97/hr. however, Belcan considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to education, experience, geographic location, and discipline. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law.

Job Description

The Embedded Software Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software that operates directly on hardware systems. This role involves working closely with hardware engineers to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance of embedded systems.

About the Role

The role involves working across the complete product lifecycle - from concept and requirements definition through architecture, integration, and validation - to ensure technically robust, reliable, and compliant system solutions. The position requires strong system thinking, cross-domain coordination, and hands-on experience defining system behavior for embedded, connected, and electro-mechanical HVAC products. You will collaborate with global teams across hardware, software, controls, and validation functions to develop products that meet performance, quality, and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and manage system and subsystem requirements in accordance with INCOSE systems engineering principles.
• Develop and maintain functional and interface specifications for control systems, sensors, and communication interfaces.
• Define and document system modes, states, and control logic for various operating scenarios.
• Ensure requirements are clear, traceable, and verifiable through structured review and validation processes.
• Collaborate with hardware, software, and test teams to ensure alignment and integration of design intent.
• Drive requirement traceability, issue tracking, and change management using JIRA and Confluence.
• Support system integration and validation through functional testing, troubleshooting, and issue resolution.
• Contribute to EOL testing, commissioning, and diagnostic strategies for production and field support.
• Participate in design and technical reviews to ensure compliance with product and system requirements.
• Support continuous improvement of systems engineering methods, templates, and best practices.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor"s degree in electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering.
• Experience in Systems Engineering / MBSE (HVAC, automotive/Rail/Aero, or energy systems preferred).
• Experience in systems engineering, lifecycle, functional decomposition, and interface management.
• Experience in authoring and maintaining system-level requirements and specifications.
• Experience with hands-on experience with engineering tools for requirement and documentation management.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Master"s degree in electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.
• Good understanding of embedded control systems, communication protocols (CAN, RS-485, BLE, Ethernet, Wi-Fi), and cloud-connected features.
• Familiarity with HVAC controls, energy management, or smart home systems.
• Exposure to connected product ecosystems, OTA updates, and telemetry frameworks.
• Awareness of INCOSE SE Handbook and ISO 15288 standards.
• Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)

Belcan is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, colour, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.