Embedded Controls Software Engineer (MATLAB, Simulink) - 3617553

Job Title:

Embedded Controls Software Engineer (MATLAB, Simulink)

Type of Position:

This is a long-term contract role with real potential for conversion to a direct, permanent position for the right person. The contract structure gives both sides time to confirm a strong fit, and a candidate who does excellent work and meshes well with the team has a genuine path to being brought on full-time. Conversion can't be guaranteed up front, but a candidate who performs well in the role has a good chance of being converted.

Candidate Requirements:

This role is open to U.S. Citizens and lawful permanent residents (Green Card holders). Candidates who hold work authorization through F1-CPT, F1-OPT, H-1B, TN, or other temporary visa classifications are not eligible for this role. Offers may be contingent upon successfully completing a background check and drug screening, which may include testing for cannabis. There are no exceptions to this requirement, including for medical marijuana cardholders.

Job Location:

Madison Heights, MI (on site at Navistar Defense). 

Compensation:

$48.00/hr to $53.33/hr to start (this will go up over time). Overtime will be paid at 1.5x for any time worked over 40 hours. 

Benefits:

• Available (health insurance, dental, vision, 401k, etc) – benefits will begin the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment. 
• This role will have 7 paid holidays and 10 days PTO (which accrue over time). When converting to direct here, there will be significantly more PTO.

About Us:

HRU Technical Resources has partnered with an engineering services company that supports the transportation and mobility industry across powertrain and vehicle development, electrification, controls, and embedded software, helping manufacturers bring advanced, high-reliability vehicle technology from concept to production. This role places you onsite at Navistar Defense, supporting a production program in the defense vehicle space.

Job Description:

We are seeking a Controls / Software Development Engineer to support the development and productionization of Drive-by-Wire control systems. The candidate will be responsible for developing control algorithms and embedded software, building Simulink models, and supporting code generation and integration on embedded controllers. This role focuses on hands-on implementation of real-time control for steering, braking, and propulsion systems.

This role supports a production program to deploy a Drive-by-Wire (DbW) solution on embedded vehicle controllers for a high-reliability vehicle application. The system is developed using a model-based design approach (MATLAB/Simulink) with auto-generated code deployed to production ECUs.

Essential Duties / Responsibilities:

• Develop control algorithms using MATLAB/Simulink (model-based design).
• Build and maintain Simulink models for Drive-by-Wire functions.
• Generate and integrate embedded C code into production ECUs.
• Implement and tune closed-loop control strategies (PID, feedforward, etc.).
• Support definition and integration of interfaces across sensors, ECUs, and actuators.
• Ensure real-time performance, stability, and robustness of control software.
• Support MIL / SIL / PIL / HIL validation activities and vehicle testing.
• Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve control and embedded software issues.
• Collaborate with hardware, systems, and validation teams for integration and testing.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• 4 to 8 years of experience in automotive embedded control systems or software development.
• Strong hands-on experience with MATLAB / Simulink, model-based development, and code generation.
• Strong foundation in control systems and basic vehicle dynamics.
• Experience with the following: Embedded C / C++, Real-time ECU development, CAN / LIN communication

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with steer-by-wire, brake-by-wire, or actuator control systems.
• Experience with Embedded Coder or AUTOSAR-based workflows.
• Experience with HIL tools (dSPACE, NI, etc.).
• Familiarity with calibration and diagnostics tools (INCA, CANape).
• Exposure to functional safety concepts (ISO 26262).
• Experience with defense, off-highway, or heavy-duty vehicle platforms.

Work Environment, Other Info:

• 1st (day) shift position, standard office hours.
• There may be occasional (but not frequent) overtime. Any OT (over 40 hours) will be paid at 1.5x.
• An offer may be contingent on passing a background check and drug screen (drug screen would include Cannabis – no exceptions, eg: for a medical card).
• At HRU, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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