Controls Engineer

ROUSH

On-site

Livonia, MI

Full-time

Mid Level

2+ yrs

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ROUSH is hiring a Controls Engineer — a full-time, based in Livonia, MI role. Apply directly on ROUSH's careers page below.

Controls Engineer II

We work alongside the best and brightest to do incredibly cool things you wouldn't believe. At Roush, you're part of building the future. Are you someone that has a passion for providing innovative solutions to complex challenges? Do you want to work someplace where creativity and new ideas are encouraged? If so, then keep reading.

We fuse technology and engineering to provide product development solutions to customers in a diverse range of industries. Widely recognized for providing engineering, testing, prototype, and manufacturing services to the transportation industry, Roush also provides significant support to the aerospace, defense, and theme park industries. With over 2,400 employees in facilities throughout the United States, Europe, Asia, and South America, our unique combination of creativity and tenacity activates big ideas on a global stage. This position is located in Livonia, MI.

Job Summary:

The Controls Engineer II will work alongside other Electronics and Controls Engineers to develop control systems for internal Roush projects and external customers in various industries. The role will develop, modify, or create control systems through the deployment of hardware and/or software. This position is located in Livonia, MI.

As a Controls Engineer II, you will:

Capture and document customer system/hardware/software requirements
Specify, design and develop control system electronics hardware, sensors, and actuators
Design and develop system wiring, including wiring schematics, conductor, connector and terminal selection
Design, develop, and verify software and control algorithms to meet requirements
Develop system plant models for control system development
Perform data analysis and system control tuning/calibration
Perform system testing and troubleshooting, ensuring a control system meets requirements
Effectively interface with co-workers and customers in meetings

To be considered a Controls Engineer II, you will need:

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, mechanical engineering, or computer science
Must be a US citizen or US lawful permanent resident allowing for ITAR compliance
Minimum 2 years of post-graduate working experience in controls (automotive or military vehicle level preferred)
Experience with at least one of the following software languages: MATLAB/Simulink, LabVIEW, C, or C++
Ability to read, understand and create electrical schematics, and a good understanding of electrical and electronics basics
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills, including the ability to write concise technical reports
Initiative to work independently and handle several assignments simultaneously
Able to manage time to ensure projects are completed by deadline
Ability to independently absorb new technical assignments
Must be willing to support limited travel

A successful candidate may also have:

Experience in embedded systems application and its testing
Experience with more than one of the following software languages: MATLAB/Simulink, LabVIEW, C, C++, or Python
Experience with PLC (Allen Bradly, Siemens, etc.) controls and industrial automation
Experience with CANbus, Serial, and Ethernet communications

Our full-time benefits include: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, earned sick time, STD, LTD, 401K, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation, paid holidays, and more.
If you share our passion for providing innovative solutions to complex challenges, we want you on our team.
Please visit our careers page and apply by clicking on this link: https://jobs.roush.com/us/en/
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Roush is an EO employer – Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories
If you need a reasonable accommodation for our employment application process due to disability, please contact Roush Talent Acquisition at (734) 779-7087.