Controls Engineer II

Milwaukee Tool•Brookfield, WI

52d•Onsite

About The Position

The Controls Engineer II will collaborate with various Engineering teams to design, model, simulate, and implement innovative control algorithms for our products. You will join a team of passionate control, electronic, firmware and system engineers to deliver the next breakthroughs in battery systems and power tool technology.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
2+ years of related industry work experience.
Working knowledge of model-based control development utilizing design tools such as MATLAB/Simulink.
Working knowledge of closed loop control theory.
Ability to read power electronics schematics and component data sheets.
Excellent problem-solving skills, exercises independent judgement and works well under pressure in a dynamic environment.
Self-motivated, organized, efficient, process oriented with a strong work ethic.
Ability to travel 10% of the time (domestic and international).

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of vector control and pulse width modulation techniques.
Working knowledge of control loop tuning and stability analysis.
Experience developing plant models to simulate physical systems.
Experience with software configuration management tools, defect tracking tools, and peer reviews.
Experience with embedded C/C++, including bare metal programming.
Familiarity with generating embedded code from MATLAB/Simulink.
Familiarity with three phase motor control and/or power control applications.
Familiarity with battery, drive, and motor systems.

Responsibilities

Work to design, model, simulate, and implement advanced control algorithms independently and under the supervision of senior engineers.
Develop, analyze, maintain, and document control system architecture.
Use modeling tools such as MATLAB, Simulink and Stateflow.
Collaborate with Hardware and Firmware Engineers to optimize and implement next-generation control algorithms.
Conduct experiments, perform simulations, and draw concise, logical conclusions by analyzing data.
Use laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, power supplies, electronic loads, and HIL test equipment to validate control algorithms.
Track projects to ensure adherence to schedule and Milwaukee Tool’s processes.
Schedule, develop agendas for, facilitate, and document technical meetings and formal presentations.
Develop and apply manufacturing mindset to designs to effectively and efficiently mass produce power tools.
Acquire knowledge and maintain an understanding of Milwaukee Tool’s development and manufacturing processes.