Senior Controls Engineer
Core
Lead technical contributor for the Trip Optimizer Energy Management/Cruise Control system for heavy haul freight locomotives, combining hands-on controls development with technical leadership.
Role type
Senior Controls Design Engineer (Lead IC)
Builds
Control strategies, estimation methods, and performance analysis for freight train cruise control and train handling applications.
Domain
Rail transportation / Heavy haul freight / Vehicle dynamics
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
Model-based control system design, MATLAB/Simulink, feedback control systems, dynamic system modeling, root-cause analysis, field data analysis, technical leadership, mentoring
Preferred skills
Locomotive systems knowledge, train operations, vehicle dynamics, rail transportation systems, optimization, robotics, autonomous systems
Technologies
MATLAB, Simulink, Portable Test Unit (PTU)
Responsibilities
Lead design of train control algorithms and system functionality; Develop, implement, and validate control system solutions; Coordinate technical activities and establish priorities; Analyze field performance data and drive corrective actions; Provide technical guidance and mentorship to other engineers; Contribute to the long-term technical roadmap.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities
