Electronics and Software Controls Engineer
Livonia, MI
Company builds prototype vehicles
Livonia, MI
Pay Rate: Up to $50/hour
Hours: 8am-5pm
***Opportunity to move into full time upon completion of contract***
Electronics and Software Controls Engineer
This is a Day-Shift position located in Livonia, MI
We are seeking an Electronics and Software Controls Engineer to develop, modify, or create control systems for a variety of projects (in various industries) through the deployment of hardware and/or software.
Responsibilities
- 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
Qualifications
- Must be a US citizen or US lawful permanent resident allowing for ITAR compliance
- A bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, mechanical engineering, or computer science
- Minimum 2 years of post-graduate working experience in controls (automotive or military vehicle level preferred)
- Experience in embedded systems application and its testing
- Experience with MATLAB/Simulink, LabVIEW, C, C++, Python software languages
- Experience with CANbus, Serial, and Ethernet communications
- 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 – may require overtime
- Ability to absorb new technical assignments on your own
- Must be willing to support limited travel
