Embedded Controls Engineer

Description

Job Title: Embedded Controls Engineer

 Location: Mossville, IL

 Employment Type: Contract

About Us:

 DMV IT Service LLC is a trusted IT consulting firm, established in 2020. We specialize in optimizing IT infrastructure, providing expert guidance, and supporting workforce needs with top-tier staffing services. Our expertise spans system administration, cybersecurity, networking, and IT operations. We empower our clients to achieve their technology goals with a client-focused approach that includes online training and job placements, fostering long-term IT success.

Job Purpose:

We are looking for an Embedded Software & Controls Engineer to contribute to the full lifecycle of software and hardware development for engine-based products. This role will be responsible for interpreting requirements, designing embedded software, supporting electronic hardware integration, and validating systems. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with control strategies, software modeling, and technical documentation within automotive or mechanical systems environments.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

• Participate in the software development cycle on a recurring 3-month schedule, covering requirements analysis, design, implementation, and validation.
• Translate control strategy concepts and model inputs into detailed software requirement documents and contribute to design specifications.
• Assist in drafting and executing validation protocols to ensure robust and accurate embedded system performance.
• Collaborate closely with system engineers to define and document electronic hardware requirements on a 6–12-month planning basis.
• Troubleshoot embedded software issues and contribute to root cause analysis and resolution.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Proficient in MATLAB, with the ability to interpret and explain model behavior and system functionality.
• Strong experience in control systems software and embedded programming.
• Skilled in developing and managing MATLAB-based models for control algorithms.
• Demonstrated ability to produce clear and precise technical documentation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft 365 tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).
• Strong organization and collaboration capabilities.

Desired Qualifications:

• Knowledge of internal combustion engine design and its integration with embedded systems.
• Familiarity with automotive industry standards and validation processes.

Education & Experience:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field is required.
• 2–4 years of professional experience in embedded software development or software controls is required.
• A Master’s degree with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience will also be considered.
• Associate or 2-year degrees are not accepted for this role.