Vehicle Systems Engineer

Danfoss; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 79,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k matching

Annual bonus

Paid vacation

Personal insurance

Job summary

Danfoss is seeking an Engineer, Systems in the Ames/Minneapolis area to lead the design of vehicle system architectures across mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and software domains. The role emphasizes hands-on testing, lab validation, and close collaboration with a global engineering team.

You will develop and validate vehicle control software using C, Matlab/Simulink, and PLUS+1 GUIDE, translating customer needs into robust technical requirements and delivering integrated solutions for

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Agricultural, or related Engineering.
• Experience with control systems, software development, hydraulics or mechatronics.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and ability to collaborate with global teams.
• Willingness to travel domestically up to 20%.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop complete vehicle system architectures, integrating mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and software components.
• Create and validate vehicle control software using C, Matlab/Simulink, and PLUS+1 GUIDE.
• Work with real hardware, defining and running tests on vehicles and in the lab to validate designs.
• Translate customer needs into technical requirements and evaluate concepts to meet function, safety, and performance.
• Act as a key technical partner to customers within a multi-disciplinary team to deliver innovative solutions.

Skills

Vehicle systems

Control systems

Software development

Mechatronics

Hydraulics

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

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

Tools

C

Matlab/Simulink

PLUS+1 GUIDE

Job description

Job Location: Ames, IA, US, Minneapolis, MN, US

Employment Type: Full Time

Segment: Danfoss Power Solutions Segment

Job Category: R&D, Technology and Engineering

Work Location Type: On-site

Annual Salary Range: USD 79,000-115,000

Job Experience Level: Entry level

Vehicle Systems Engineer

Req ID: 52330 Job Location: Ames, IA, US, Minneapolis, MN, US Employment Type: Full Time Segment: Danfoss Power Solutions Segment Job Category: R&D, Technology and Engineering Work Location Type: On-site Annual Salary Range: USD 79,000-115,000 Job Experience Level: Entry level 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, prioritizingcompeting 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.

Want to know more? Please visit our F AQ Pag e .

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.

Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.

Our solutions are used in areas such as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, marine, and on- and off-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for data centers, renewable energy, energy storage, heat recovery, as well as contribute to district energy solutions for cities.

Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned and employs over 39,000 people. We create long-term value for our customers in more than 100 countries with a global footprint of around 100 factories.