Vehicle Systems Engineer

Danfoss; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k matching

Annual bonus

Paid vacation

Personal insurance

Job summary

Danfoss in Minneapolis, MN, seeks an Engineer, Systems on our Innovation & Development team to design next‑generation machines for electrification, autonomy, and decarbonization in off‑highway sectors, working across mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and software disciplines.

You’ll develop and validate vehicle control software with MATLAB/Simulink and PLUS+1 GUIDE, test hardware in the lab, translate customer needs into technical requirements, and collaborate with a global team, with up to 20%

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Agricultural, or related Engineering.
• At least 3 years of engineering experience.
• Hands-on with control systems, software, hydraulics, or mechatronics.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop vehicle system architectures, integrating mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and software components.
• Create and validate vehicle control software using MATLAB/Simulink and PLUS+1 GUIDE.
• Test on vehicles and in the lab to validate designs and analyze performance.
• Translate customer needs into technical requirements and select concepts to meet function, safety, and performance.
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to deliver innovative solutions.

Skills

Control systems

Software development

Mechatronics

Hydraulics

Vehicle systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Agricultural, or related Engineering

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

PLUS+1 GUIDE

Job description

The Impact You'll Make

Are you an engineer who is passionate about designing the advanced machines of the future? As a Engineer, Systems on our Innovation & Development team, you will be at the forefront of creating the next-generation technologies that are driving electrification, autonomy, and decarbonization in the off-highway industry.

You will have the unique opportunity to work on projects from the earliest concept stages all the way through to real-world implementation. You will be a key player in solving our customers' most complex challenges, turning innovative ideas into cutting-edge solutions for the construction and agriculture markets.

This is a role for a true systems thinker. You will work across multiple engineering disciplines, collaborating with a global team of experts to design, build, and test the integrated systems that will define the future of mobile machinery. You will also travel domestically, up to 20%, to support projects and customer needs.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Design and develop complete vehicle system architectures, integrating mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and software components into a seamless solution.
• Create and validate vehicle control software using tools like C, Matlab/Simulink, and PLUS+1 GUIDE.
• Get hands-on with real hardware, defining and running tests on vehicles and in the lab to validate your designs and analyze performance.
• Translate customer needs into clear technical requirements, and then evaluate and select the best concepts to meet their needs for function, safety, and performance.
• Act as a key technical partner to our customers, working as part of a multi-disciplinary team to provide exceptional support and deliver innovative solutions.

What We're Looking For

• A Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Agricultural, or a related Engineering field, ideally with at least 3 years’ experience in Engineering
• Hands-on experience with control systems, software development, hydraulics, or mechatronics.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a passion for tackling complex, multi-disciplinary challenges.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with global teams and present technical information clearly.

• Demonstrated skills in time management, prioritizing competing tasks, managing uncertainty, attention to detail, and working with limited supervision.

What You'll Get from Us

• We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.
• You’ll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Your well-being matters to us.
• We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.
• You’ll receive benefits like 401k matching, annual bonus, paid vacation, personal insurance, and more. These vary by country and contract, but they’re worth asking about—we think they’re pretty great.

Our Commitment to Transparency

Salary ranges listed reflect only primary location and currency. For local salary ranges and specific benefits in your preferred hiring location, please ask your Talent Acquisition representative for more information.

The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Any benefits listed do not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.