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Control Systems Engineer - Entry Level

Horstman Inc

Sterling Heights, MI

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SKILLS
Algorithms, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), Change Control, Communication Skills, Configuration Management, Control Systems, Cross-Functional, Customer Support/Service, Data Management, Design Services, Documentation, Electrical Engineering, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Engineering, Ethernet, Human Resources, Input/Output, Microprocessor Architecture, Military/DoD Standards, PTC Creo, Problem Solving Skills, Process Development, Realtime Operating System, Regulations, Requirements Validation/Verification, Safety Compliance, Safety Process, Safety/Work Safety, Software Engineering, SolidWorks, Systems Analysis, Systems Engineering, Team Player, Test Design, Test Plan/Schedule, Testing, Time Management, United States Department of Defense (DoD), United States Military, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Sterling Heights, MI
POSTED
Today
Job Title: Control Systems Engineer - Entry Level Department: 400 Reports To: VP Engineering FLSA: Exempt Prepared By: Human Resources Control Systems Engineer The Control Systems Engineer supports the design, development, and testing of control systems used in regulated U.S. defense programs. This role works as part of a cross functional engineering team to help deliver reliable and compliant control solutions. KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Technical Responsibilities • Assist in designing and implementing control algorithms and system level control functions. • Support development of embedded control architectures, including processors, I/O, diagnostics, and communication networks (CAN, J1939, Ethernet). • Contribute to creating and maintaining engineering documentation such as requirements, design descriptions, and test results. • Participate in system modeling, analysis, and verification activities. • Follow established engineering processes, tools, and configuration management practices. Compliance & Safety • Support compliance with U.S. Department of Defense requirements, MIL STD practices, and export control regulations (ITAR/EAR). • Assist with system safety tasks, hazard reviews, and documentation. • Follow company health, safety, and regulatory procedures. Program Support • Contribute to meeting project schedules, deliverables, and engineering milestones. • Support coordination with internal teams, customers, and suppliers as needed for technical discussions. • Assist in tracking technical risks, action items, and project status updates. • Help prepare documentation and input for design reviews and project reporting. • Follow program processes for handling controlled technical information and configuration managed data. • Occasional travel required for installation and testing support at customer facilities and US military proving grounds. Core Competencies • Knowledge of control systems, real time embedded software, and related engineering principles. • Ability to work within defense compliant engineering processes and documentation requirements. • Understanding systems engineering concepts such as requirements, verification, and configuration control. • Strong teamwork, communication, and problem solving skills. Education & Experience Required: • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field. • CAD (Solidworks and/or Creo) design experience a plus. Experience Level - Entry • Typically, 0-2 years of relevant engineering experience. • Prior exposure to embedded control systems or defense related projects is beneficial.

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