Chief Engineer, Control Systems

Ann Arbor, MI
Full Time
Applications Team
Mid Level

New Eagle is a trusted engineering partner and supplier for electronic systems and control software across diverse sectors like automotive, transportation, defense, industrial, aviation, military, aerospace, and off-highway. Specializing in mechatronic controls, we assist engineering developers in managing project development, supply chain, costs, and outcomes, streamlining operations using custom software and off-the-shelf hardware control solutions. Our versatile engineering teams excel in creating electronic systems for the evolving electronic vehicle propulsion and autonomy markets, guiding projects from concept to production. 

Role Description

As the Chief Engineer, Control Systems on our Commercial Applications team, you will utilize your extensive experience to develop bleeding edge controls software and strategies for diverse projects including off-highway, general automotive, heavy industrial, EV and automation applications using New Eagle’s embedded model based design (eMBD) and calibration tool, Raptor.

You will be on the front lines of change in multiple industries, with opportunities to work on a wide variety of projects for big-name companies and groundbreaking start-ups. Examples of some of our recent projects include:

  • Prototyping an on-highway commercial electric pickup truck
  • Converting gas or diesel vehicles to hybrid electric, from classic roadsters to rock crushers
  • Mining & heavy industrial autonomy applications
  • Developing one of the first HEV boats for commercial production

You will own programs, mentor early-career engineers, interact with customers, and deliver end-to-end automotive controls solutions for customers on a wide variety of applications. 

Location: On-site 4-5 days per week in Ann Arbor, MI
Compensation: Commensurate with Experience, Annual Bonus structure
 

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science – Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Controls Engineering, or related
  • 10+ years of relevant experience
  • Demonstrated experience in controls system development (system-wide)
  • Experience negotiating and defining requirements and scope of engineering projects
  • Proficiency in model-based development using MATLAB, Simulink, Stateflow, Real-Time Workshop, and/or Embedded Coder
  • Experience with Automotive networks such as CAN/LIN


Desired Qualifications

  • Master's Degree
  • Leadership experience
  • Experience with Raptor, Motohawk, openECU, ControlDesk, or EcoCoder
  • Experience with calibration tools like Raptor-Cal, ETAS INCA, ATI Vision, CANape, or MotoTune.
  • Familiarity with commercial software configuration management tools like Subversion, Synergy, ClearCase, or StarTeam
  • High voltage wiring and EV-related design experience
  • ISO 26262 functional safety certification or experience

Nuts & Bolts

In addition to great, hands-on experience in our new Ann Arbor Technology Center, this full-time position allows you to enjoy competitive benefits, including:

  • Health, dental, & vision insurance
  • Generous paid time off
  • 401(k) with Match
  • Life & disability insurance 
  • Bonus opportunities
  • Flexible Schedule

About New Eagle

New Eagle specializes in mechatronic control systems — the electronic brains that drive mechanical systems. While some companies ask us to design and build systems and custom applications from start to finish, others rely on us for expert support and advice. Our professional team provides specialized engineering services to overcome mechatronic control challenges, while our Raptor software tools and secure supply chain offerings provide the resources needed to create scalable systems fast using efficient and reliable embedded model-based development.

We are headquartered just minutes from the heart of downtown Ann Arbor, Michigan. The brand new Ann Arbor campus features a fully-equipped prototype workshop, software lab, distribution center and an open-floorplan office space that fosters a collaborative work environment. Follow us on LinkedIn.

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