Systems Engineer III

SCIGON; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 94,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

SCIGON is seeking a Systems Engineer III (Electronic) to design and develop advanced electronic control systems for connected consumer and industrial products, including IoT-enabled solutions. This role provides technical leadership across hardware, software, and verification activities throughout the product lifecycle.

You will define architectures, collaborate with cross-functional teams, perform V&V, and support manufacturing and training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering with 5+ years of embedded control systems experience.
• Experience with embedded microprocessor-based control systems.
• Experience with functional safety standards (IEC 61508, ISO 26262) and/or product certification (UL).
• Experience with requirements management, traceability, and test case development.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams including product management and hardware/software teams.

Responsibilities

• Define and develop advanced control architectures for electronic and connected products.
• Provide technical leadership in controls engineering for product teams.
• Develop and improve systems engineering processes and quality standards.
• Collaborate to extend system architectures and electronic controller designs.
• Develop concepts, create models/prototypes, and conduct performance tests.
• Work with software, hardware, testing, and product teams across the lifecycle.
• Perform verification and validation activities for product development and launch readiness.
• Support manufacturing teams and suppliers with test procedures and documentation.
• Train customers and teams on product controllers as needed.

Skills

Problem-solving

Cross-functional teamwork

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Systems, Electrical, Computer, Mechanical, or related)

Master's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Systems Engineer III (Electronic)

Salary: $93,750-$125,000

The Systems Engineer III (Electronic) is responsible for developing advanced electronic control systems for connected consumer and industrial products. This position will also contribute to the development of IoT-enabled and connected device solutions that enhance product performance, functionality, and overall customer experience. As a key member of the engineering team, this role provides technical leadership in the design, integration, and validation of advanced control systems and technologies throughout the

What You'll Do

• Define and develop advanced control architectures and system requirements for electronic and connected products.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance in controls engineering for product development teams.
• Participate in the development and continuous improvement of systems engineering processes, methodologies, and quality standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and extend system architectures and electronic controller designs.
• Develop design concepts, create models and prototypes, and conduct performance testing to evaluate feasibility and effectiveness.
• Work closely with software, hardware, testing, and product development teams throughout the entire product lifecycle to ensure systems engineering deliverables are planned, documented, and completed.
• Define and perform verification and validation activities supporting product development and launch readiness.
• Support manufacturing engineering teams and suppliers through the development of test procedures, control specifications, and supporting documentation.
• Partner with customer support and training teams to provide product and controller training as needed.

What You Need

• Innovative, solution-oriented mindset with strong problem-solving and creative thinking capabilities.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Systems, Electrical, Computer, Mechanical, or a related discipline).
• 5+ years of experience developing embedded microprocessor-based control systems.
• Strong technical aptitude and systems-level thinking.
• Experience working effectively with cross-functional teams, including product management, engineering, business stakeholders, and external subject matter experts.
• Experience architecting and developing electronic control systems for appliances, industrial equipment, HVAC systems, consumer products, or similar embedded applications.
• Experience with requirements management, requirements traceability, and test case development and execution.
• Experience with functional safety standards (e.g., IEC 61508, ISO 26262) and/or product certification requirements (e.g., UL 60730, UL 60335, etc.).
• Experience performing product- and component-level Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA).
• Experience supporting real-time embedded systems throughout the complete product lifecycle.
• Knowledge of one or more communication technologies, including Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, cellular communications, Ethernet, and IoT frameworks.
• Passion for developing innovative, customer-facing products and services.
• Strong written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant engineering and business applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Engineering or a related field.
• Experience in HVAC, water heating, appliance manufacturing, or other relevant industries.
• Experience with gas-powered products or systems.
• Electronics design and/or manufacturing experience.
• Embedded firmware and software development experience.
• Quality engineering and reliability engineering experience.
• Automated testing and test development experience.