Senior Embedded Controls Engineer

Cintal, Inc. • Chillicothe, IL

3h • $90,000 - $120,000

About The Position

We are seeking a Senior Embedded Controls Engineer to develop and maintain embedded control software for energy electronics and engine control applications. This role involves designing, coding, testing, and debugging embedded systems, performing software integration and validation, and supporting model-based development using MATLAB/Simulink. The engineer will analyze system requirements, implement solutions, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure product performance and reliability. Responsibilities also include conducting root cause analysis, resolving software issues, and supporting software releases and documentation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Mechatronics, or a related engineering discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in embedded software development for automotive, industrial, or energy electronics applications.
• Strong programming skills in Embedded C/C++.
• Experience in embedded software development, integration, testing, and debugging.
• Knowledge of embedded control systems and real-time software applications.
• Hands-on experience with MATLAB/Simulink and Model-Based Development (MBD).
• Experience with software validation, verification, and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with CAN, J1939, and other embedded communication protocols.
• Understanding of software development lifecycle, requirements management, and version control.
• Ability to perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with automotive, engine controls, or energy electronics systems.
• Knowledge of Model-Based Development (MBD) methodologies and tools.
• Familiarity with CAN/J1939 communication protocols and diagnostics.
• Experience with embedded software architecture and real-time operating systems (RTOS).
• Understanding of software validation, verification, and quality processes.
• Exposure to Agile development methodologies and version control tools.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis skills.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced engineering environment.
• Experience with continuous improvement and process optimization initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain embedded control software for energy electronics and engine control applications.
• Design, code, test, and debug embedded systems using C/C++.
• Perform software integration, validation, and troubleshooting of control systems.
• Support model-based development using MATLAB/Simulink.
• Analyze system requirements and implement embedded software solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to ensure product performance and reliability.
• Conduct root cause analysis and resolve software-related issues during development and testing.
• Support software releases, documentation, and continuous improvement activities.
• Develop, enhance, and maintain embedded software for engine control and energy electronics applications.
• Design, code, integrate, test, and debug embedded systems using C/C++.
• Support model-based software development using MATLAB/Simulink.
• Analyze software requirements and translate them into functional solutions.
• Perform software validation, verification, and troubleshooting activities.
• Collaborate with systems, hardware, and controls engineering teams to deliver high-quality products.
• Investigate and resolve software defects through root cause analysis.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, test reports, and development records.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance software quality, reliability, and performance.
• Participate in software reviews, integration activities, and product development milestones.

Benefits

• 10 paid holidays per year
• 2 weeks of paid time off per year, the current year is pro-rated based on start date
• Access to the company’s medical insurance, including dental and vision
• Eligibility for life insurance and disability coverage for short or long-term disabilities or long- term care needs
• 401 (k) eligibility with employer contribution annually
• Reimbursement for relocation expenses up to a certain amount on a case-by-case basis
• Yearly bonus based on company performance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior