Controls Engineer

Hyster-Yale Group•Berea, KY

24d•Hybrid

About The Position

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc. is hiring an entry-level Controls Engineer at its Berea, Kentucky manufacturing facility. The role supports the development of lift trucks and implementation of robotic technology in current products by creating, modifying, and implementing control solutions across multiple platforms. The engineer works with teams across the organization, including manufacturing, procurement, and test, to help deliver quality trucks. The position designs and develops control systems for powered industrial vehicles and validates them through software-in-loop (SIL), hardware-in-loop (HIL), and in-vehicle testing. It also involves troubleshooting technical issues, performing root-cause analysis, maintaining design and compliance documentation, and collaborating on product development and production processes. The position is permanent and full-time, based at the Berea facility, with a hybrid work option. Travel of 1–10% is required.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Software, Computer, or Electrical Engineering.
Recent graduate or limited professional experience.
Understanding of control system design, architecture, and theory, including electronic hardware, embedded software, and real-time control networks for automotive and industrial applications.
Experience with model-based development using Simulink and creating software to control physical devices.
Basic proficiency in C and C++ programming.
Exposure to development tools such as Git and Azure DevOps, and familiarity with Agile software practices.
Understanding of embedded software and operating system concepts.
Knowledge of industry communication protocols such as J1939 and CAN.
Basic skills in drafting, CAD, design layouts, engineering analysis, and vehicle technology.
Strong problem-solving ability, effective communication, collaboration, adaptability, willingness to learn, and attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

Relevant experience in material handling, automotive, or related industries.
Ability to operate forklift trucks; training is provided if needed.

Responsibilities

Design and develop control systems for powered industrial vehicles to ensure performance and reliability.
Validate control systems through software-in-loop (SIL), hardware-in-loop (HIL), and in-vehicle testing.
Investigate and resolve technical issues through root-cause analysis and continuous improvement.
Create and maintain design, evaluation, and compliance documentation for marketing, manufacturing, and service teams.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support efficient, cost-effective product development and production.