Project Engineer - Control Systems

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Mount Pleasant, WI, USA
In-Office
Mid level
Industrial • Manufacturing
The Role
Leads embedded control system projects from requirements through production, including electronic hardware design, PCB layouts, embedded software and hardware coordination, testing, validation, integration, and release. Coordinates cross-functional and global engineering teams, resolves complex technical issues, maintains technical documentation, and serves as a control systems subject matter expert. Requires domestic and international travel up to 10%.
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Project Engineer - Control SystemsDrive Innovation. Power Performance. Shape the Future.

At Twin Disc, we engineer the systems that keep industries moving. As a global leader in power transmission technology, Twin Disc designs and manufactures advanced drivetrain and control solutions serving the marine, off-highway, and industrial markets worldwide.

We are seeking a Project Engineer - Control Systems to join our innovative engineering team. This role is ideal for an engineer who thrives on solving complex technical challenges, leading cross-functional projects, and developing next-generation control technologies that power mission-critical applications around the globe.

What You'll Do

As a Project Engineer - Control Systems, you'll lead the development and integration of embedded control technologies from concept through production.

Project Leadership
  • Manage control system projects through requirements definition, design, testing, validation, and product release.
  • Lead cross-functional engineering teams to achieve technical, cost, quality, and schedule objectives.
  • Coordinate activities across Twin Disc global engineering organizations and external development partners.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives and new technology implementation.
Control Systems Design & Development
  • Lead the design and review of electronic control hardware, including schematics and PCB layouts.
  • Coordinate embedded software and hardware development activities.
  • Develop and maintain technical documentation, design specifications, validation plans, and compliance records.
  • Support system integration and performance verification activities.
Technical Expertise
  • Serve as a subject matter expert for control system applications and product support.
  • Investigate and resolve complex technical issues through root cause analysis.
  • Collaborate with internal teams and customers to improve product performance and reliability.
  • Monitor emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices to drive future innovation.
What You'll BringEducation
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
Experience
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in embedded control systems development.
  • Experience within vehicle, powertrain, heavy equipment, marine, or industrial control applications preferred.
  • Proven success leading engineering projects and working within multidisciplinary teams.
Technical Skills
  • Strong knowledge of embedded systems architecture and control systems design.
  • Programming experience with:
    • Embedded C
    • C#
    • VB.Net
  • Experience using:
    • Altium Designer
    • LabView
    • MATLAB
    • Version control systems
  • Familiarity with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems; SmarTeam experience preferred.
  • Understanding of electronics design, validation testing, and system integration.
Additional Qualifications
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical capabilities.
  • Ability to travel up to 10% domestically and internationally.
  • Valid passport required.
Why Join Twin Disc?

At Twin Disc, you'll work alongside talented professionals who are passionate about engineering, innovation, and continuous improvement. We offer an environment where your ideas are valued and your contributions have a direct impact on products used around the world.

Total Rewards Package
  • Flexible work schedule supporting work-life balance
  • Competitive salary and annual incentive opportunities
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Industry-leading 401(k) match
  • Generous paid time off and holiday shutdown
  • Wellness Program
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Professional growth and development opportunities
  • Exposure to global engineering teams and advanced technologies
Build What's Next

If you're ready to apply your expertise in controls engineering to challenging, real-world applications and help shape the future of power transmission technology, we encourage you to apply today.

Twin Disc is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable law.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline
  • At least 3 years of experience in embedded control systems development
  • Experience leading engineering projects and working within multidisciplinary teams
  • Experience with embedded systems architecture and control systems design
  • Programming experience with Embedded C, C#, and VB.Net
  • Experience with Altium Designer, LabVIEW, MATLAB, and version control systems
  • Familiarity with Product Lifecycle Management systems
  • Experience in vehicle, powertrain, heavy equipment, marine, or industrial control applications
  • SmarTeam experience
  • Understanding of electronics design, validation testing, and system integration
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical capabilities
  • Ability to travel up to 10% domestically and internationally
  • Valid passport
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The Company
HQ: Racine, WI
445 Employees
Year Founded: 1918

What We Do

For over 100 years Twin Disc has been developing, engineering, manufacturing and distributing power transmission products that put horsepower to work. Twin Disc products are installed in the drivelines and powertrains of farm tractors, road pavers, cranes, mining trucks, oil rigs, logging equipment, firefighting and rescue vehicles, pleasure craft, fishing and work boats, pumps, turbines. They manage and control the horsepower generated by internal combustion engines and electric motors. They help feed us, provide natural resources, build our cities and homes, transport us, defend us and influence our lives daily in many unnoticed but critical ways.

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