Senior Control Systems Engineer

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Where is the work:

What’s in it for you:

Join Thermo King as a Senior Control Systems Engineer where you will provide global system engineering leadership on system controller developments of transport refrigeration units and auxiliary power units! The role will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that the development team has clear requirements and provide oversight on the development specifications and architecture we provide to our global development teams.  A successful candidate will also collaborate with the product and platform management group, software and hardware teams as well as third parties to define and deliver product developments.

The ideal Senior Control Systems Engineer candidate will take an active role in the product development process to ensure successful performance and quality of products for our customers and will have experience working in a technical development environment with both Phase Gate and Agile development methodologies.  The candidate must have demonstrated ability to actively listen, integrate input from diverse sources and successfully translate these requirements into cohesive design and specifications.

What you will do:

• Provide global control system engineering support of transport refrigeration units and auxiliary power units.
• Coordinates internal and external efforts for electronics and software design projects to ensure that product and customer requirements are captured, designs and specifications are documented, necessary milestones are identified and project schedules are met.
• Partner with product management, project management and platform teams to ensure that new products perform as required.
• Develop and improve information communication process flow and tools throughout the new product development process.
• Lead the assurance that technical performance meets system platform requirements.
• Develop cross-functional leadership and beneficial relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead lifecycle projects as required to update product performance.
• Conduct feasibility studies and ideation events with cross-functional teams for refrigeration technology
• Identify new technologies and products that can be applied to refrigeration systems
• Maintain & develop product development tools to improve development, testing, and troubleshooting
• Work closely with development teams to ensure development integrates key FMEA and Design for Service and Testability.

What you will bring:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering or related technical field with 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Preferred experience as a system engineer.

• An understanding of refrigeration, transportation, off-road agricultural, construction or HVAC equipment is preferred.
• Qualified candidates will be motivational thought leaders, driven individuals, and possess exceptional business acumen, coupled with strong working knowledge of hardware and software controller implementations.
• Hands-on experience with the embedded controller development lifecycle i.e. requirements, design, implementation, integration testing, deployment and post production support is a plus.
• Ability to quickly prioritize issues/requests and be capable of personally diving deep when required to deliver solutions within an accelerated timeframe.
• Experience with designing and supporting controller solutions.
• Experience with Agile in a product development culture and practices.
• Experience working with offshore development groups.

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Incentive Eligible:

Sales Commission Eligible:

Disclaimer: We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience,  travel requirements, and union designation.   Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country.  Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.

Thrive at work and at home:

• Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!
• Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
• 401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution = up to 8% company contribution.
• Paid time off includes 15 vacation days, 9 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
• Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.

Disclaimer:  Benefit offerings may vary depending on Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations.

Safety Sensitive Role:

The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.