Systems Engineer

Ingersoll-Rand; Davidson (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care options including medical and prescription plans

Dental and vision coverage

Wellness programs

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Employee stock grant

Job summary

Ingersoll-Rand is seeking a Systems Engineer in Davidson, NC. This role serves as the technical owner of embedded controller hardware and platform systems to support industrial products.

The ideal candidate will translate product requirements into system-level definitions, collaborate with global teams, and maintain requirements traceability throughout the product lifecycle. A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 5+ years of experience are required.

The salary range for this position is $85,000 – $100,000, and a comprehensive benefits package is offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in systems, controls, or embedded engineering.

Responsibilities

• Translate product and platform requirements into clear, testable system-level definitions.
• Own system design of controller hardware, including I/O, communication interfaces, and machine integration.
• Define system interface requirements and constraints (timing, power, safety, thermal) across subsystems.
• Maintain end-to-end requirements traceability from concept through validation and release.
• Identify risks, integration issues, and system-level challenges early in the design process.
• Collaborate with Test and QA teams to define validation criteria and verify system readiness.
• Use field data and system telemetry to validate design performance and drive continuous improvement.
• Partner with global engineering, product, and cross-functional teams to support development and execution.

Skills

Strong understanding of embedded controller systems and hardware platforms

Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (CAN, RS485, SPI/I2C)

Experience with system requirements development and traceability tools (ALM/PLM)

Familiarity with regulatory and safety standards (UL, IEC, ISO, EMI/EMC)

Ability to translate complex technical concepts across multidisciplinary teams

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field

Job description

Ingersoll Rand is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.

Job Title

Systems Engineer

Location

Davidson, NC or Quincy, IL

About Us

Imagine a company with technology leadership of over 160 years, yet it operates with the energy of a startup. Ingersoll Rand has dedicated itself to Making Life Better for its employees, customers, shareholders, and planet. We produce innovative and mission-critical flow creation and life science technologies – from compressors to precision handling of liquids, gases, and power – to increase industrial productivity, efficiency, and sustainability. Supported by over 80+ brands, our products are used in various end-markets including life sciences, food and beverage, clean energy, industrial manufacturing, infrastructure, and more. Across the globe, we’re driving growth with an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset. Learn more at irco.com and join us to own your future.

Job Overview

We are seeking a Systems Engineer to serve as the technical owner of embedded controller hardware and platform systems that support Ingersoll Rand’s industrial products. This role focuses on defining, validating, and ensuring system-level performance across hardware, firmware, and software while partnering with global engineering and product teams.

Responsibilities

• Translate product and platform requirements into clear, testable system-level definitions
• Own system design of controller hardware, including I/O, communication interfaces, and machine integration
• Define system interface requirements and constraints (timing, power, safety, thermal) across subsystems
• Maintain end-to-end requirements traceability from concept through validation and release
• Identify risks, integration issues, and system-level challenges early in the design process
• Collaborate with Test and QA teams to define validation criteria and verify system readiness
• Use field data and system telemetry to validate design performance and drive continuous improvement
• Partner with global engineering, product, and cross-functional teams to support development and execution.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in systems, controls, or embedded engineering

Core Competencies

• Strong understanding of embedded controller systems and hardware platforms
• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (CAN, RS485, SPI/I2C)
• Experience with system requirements development and traceability tools (ALM/PLM)
• Familiarity with regulatory and safety standards (UL, IEC, ISO, EMI/EMC)
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts across multidisciplinary teams

Preferences

• Experience with embedded systems (microcontrollers, RTOS, embedded Linux)
• Familiarity with model‑based systems engineering or hardware‑in‑the‑loop testing
• Exposure to power electronics, motor controls, or drive systems
• Experience with system‑level risk analysis (DFMEA, hazard analysis)
• Experience working across hardware, firmware, and software integration in product development environments
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across global teams and stakeholders
• Experience supporting product testing, validation, and issue resolution

Travel & Work Arrangements/Requirements

• Standard hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (flexibility required for early meetings with global teams)
• Up to 10–15 % travel (primarily domestic).

Pay Range

The pay range for this role is $85,000 – $100,000. The pay range considers a wide range of factors that include a candidate’s skills, experience, training, and geographic location.

What we Offer

At Ingersoll Rand, we embrace a culture of personal ownership — taking responsibility for our company, our communities, and our environment, as well as our individual health and well-being. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to empower you with the tools and support necessary to take charge of your health, ensuring that together, we can continue to make life better. Our range of benefits includes health care options like medical and prescription plans, dental and vision coverage, as well as wellness programs. Additionally, we provide life insurance, a robust 401(k) plan, paid time off, and even an employee stock grant, among other offerings. These benefits are our commitment to you, so you can be your best at work and beyond.

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