About McNeilus, an Oshkosh Company
McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing Inc. is committed to serving everyday heroes and is an industry leading designer and manufacturer of refuse truck bodies. McNeilus produces a complete line of high-performance rear load, front load, and automated side load refuse bodies to augment any refuse collection fleet. Our team members are critical in our mission of supporting waste warriors and keeping communities safe and clean.
It’s a great time to join our growing advanced technology team as a Senior Controls Systems Engineer working on heavy-duty industrial trucks. This role is responsible for advanced vehicle control systems research, development, verification and validation, testing, and production implementation. The role utilizes essential educational background and/or work-related experience, along with strong time management, communication, and critical thinking skills. The individual will follow the direction of their leader efficiently and provide feedback on technical hurdles and progress. Tasks will be completed with some guidance and according to a mutually agreed-upon schedule between the individual and the leader. Strong motivation to learn new technologies and skills in advanced control systems is essential.
YOUR IMPACT:
Responsible for advanced vehicle control systems and telematics research, development, verification and validation, testing, and production implementation.
Responsible for working on several advanced technology development programs, including autonomy, active safety, electrification, and advanced connectivity.
Establish requirements, including resources, equipment, estimates, test plans, and milestones, according to the needs of a project.
Responsible for developing advanced control systems strategies in a virtual simulation environment using modeling tools or bench test vehicle simulators and transferring simulated strategies to vehicle testing and eventual production implementation.
Work with internal and external project teams, including vendors, industry consortiums, and universities, on advanced technology development programs under the guidance of a supervisor.
Assist with feasibility studies and project estimates, including manpower, budget development, and timelines, for proposed projects.
Support proposal development related to acquiring appropriate funding for various advanced technology development efforts.
Provide support and insight to engineering design teams.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering and 3+ years of related experience; OR
Master’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering and 1+ years of related experience.
STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS:
Automotive or heavy-duty vehicle background with vehicle telematics experience.
Work experience with automotive or heavy-duty vehicle CAN bus and architecture.
Work experience in embedded software development using C/C++, C#, or Python is a plus.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
The following represents general working conditions for this role. Specific conditions may vary depending on business needs and individual circumstances.
This role combines office-based administrative duties with physical activity in field or production environments.
In the office setting, tasks may require extended computer use, sitting, and attending meetings.
Field or floor work may involve walking across various terrains or shop floors, standing, moderate lifting (up to 50 pounds), climbing stairs, and exposure to varying temperatures or noise levels.
Must be able to shift focus between detailed cognitive work and occasional physical tasks as needed.
Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities to support performance across both office and field responsibilities.
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Pay Range:
$73,200.00 - $117,800.00The above pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target pay for the position across all U.S. locations. Within this range, individual pay is determined by various factors, including the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's experience, education and skills, as well as the equity of pay among team members in similar positions. Beyond offering a competitive total rewards package, we prioritize a people-first culture and offer various opportunities to support team member growth and success.
Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability for any part of the employment process, please contact us at [email protected].
Oshkosh Corporation is a merit-based Equal Opportunity Employer. Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.
Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.
Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering and 3+ years of related experience
- Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering and 1+ years of related experience
- Automotive or heavy-duty vehicle background with vehicle telematics experience
- Experience with automotive or heavy-duty vehicle CAN bus and architecture
- Embedded software development experience using C/C++, C#, or Python
Oshkosh Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Oshkosh Corporation and has not been reviewed or approved by Oshkosh Corporation.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as broad, including medical, dental, and vision options alongside disability and life insurance. Voluntary add-ons such as accident/critical illness coverage, pet insurance, and an employee assistance program further expand coverage breadth.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs include a 401(k) with employer matching and an employee stock purchase plan, alongside performance bonuses. Profit sharing and legacy pension arrangements are also referenced, suggesting multiple pathways for long-term financial support.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing and lifestyle supports include flexible work schedules, some remote work options, fitness stipends, and wellness programs. Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support add value that complements cash compensation.
Oshkosh Corporation Insights
What We Do
Oshkosh Corporation is an industrial technology company that builds some of the industry’s toughest specialty trucks and access equipment. We serve our everyday heroes – soldiers, firefighters, people working at great height, environmental and refuse workers – through incredible technology. And with a portfolio of leading brands, we can uniquely take innovation from one brand and apply it across our portfolio.
Why Work With Us
We make equipment that moves the world forward. With ~15,000 team members united under our People First culture, a career at Oshkosh is an opportunity to do more than just impact industries -- it's an opportunity to make a difference in the world around you, protecting those who protect us.
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