Validation Controls Engineer

Cintal, Inc.; Washington; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Paid time off (PTO)

Health insurance (medical, dental, and

Vision

Life & disability insurance

401(k) with employer contribution

Relocation reimbursement

Yearly bonus

Job summary

Cintal, Inc. is seeking a Controls Engineer to perform machine controls validation and testing, collect performance data, and troubleshoot CAN, Ethernet, and control systems on heavy/off-highway equipment.

The role supports software flashing, calibration, and system integration in field and lab environments. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or a related field and at least 1 year of experience in controls engineering or testing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or a related Engineering field.
• 1+ years of experience in Controls Engineering, Validation, or Testing.
• Experience with machine controls, CAN communication, and Ethernet networks.
• Familiarity with software flashing, calibration, and system integration.
• Experience with data collection, troubleshooting, and validation testing.
• Exposure to heavy equipment, automotive, or off-highway machines is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform machine controls validation and testing.
• Collect, analyze, and report machine performance data.
• Troubleshoot control systems, CAN, and Ethernet communication issues.
• Support software flashing, calibration, and system integration activities.
• Conduct field testing on heavy/off-highway equipment.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to resolve technical issues and improve machine performance.

Skills

Machine controls

CAN communication

Ethernet networks

Data collection

Troubleshooting

Software flashing/calibration

System integration

Reading schematics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or related Engineering

Tools

CAN tools

Diagnostics tools

Job description

BENEFITS:

• 10 paid holidays per year
• 2 weeks of paid time off per year, the current year is pro-rated based on start date
• Access to the company’s medical insurance, including dental and vision
• Eligibility for life insurance and disability coverage for short or long-term disabilities or long- term care needs
• 401 (k) eligibility with employer contribution annually
• Reimbursement for relocation expenses up to a certain amount on a case-by-case basis
• Yearly bonus based on company performance

JOB DESCRIPTION/TYPICAL TASK BREAKDOWN:

• Perform machine controls validation and testing activities.
• Collect and analyze machine performance data.
• Troubleshoot CAN, Ethernet, and control system issues.
• Support software flashing, calibration, and system integration.
• Conduct field testing on off-highway/heavy equipment.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to resolve technical issues and improve system performance.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform machine controls validation and testing.
• Collect, analyze, and report machine performance data.
• Troubleshoot control systems, CAN, and Ethernet communication issues.
• Support software flashing, calibration, and system integration activities.
• Conduct field testing on heavy/off-highway equipment.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to resolve technical issues and improve machine performance.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or a related Engineering field.
• 1+ years of experience in Controls Engineering, Validation, or Testing.
• Experience with machine controls, CAN communication, and Ethernet networks.
• Familiarity with software flashing, calibration, and system integration.
• Experience with data collection, troubleshooting, and validation testing.
• Exposure to heavy equipment, automotive, or off-highway machines is preferred.

REQUIRED TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• Knowledge of machine controls systems and validation testing.
• Experience with CAN, J1939, and Ethernet communication protocols.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical, electronic, and control systems.
• Experience with data acquisition, analysis, and reporting tools.
• Software flashing, calibration, and system integration experience.
• Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and technical documentation.

DESIRED SKILLS:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Experience with validation, testing, and data analysis.
• Familiarity with heavy equipment or off-highway vehicle systems.
• Knowledge of control systems, CAN tools, and diagnostics.
• Ability to work independently in field and lab environments.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and global team. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. We are pleased to offer visa sponsorship for eligible and qualified individuals.

Cintal provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Equal employment opportunities apply to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.