Controls Engineer

OVERVIEW:
Apply engineering experience to develop and test embedded systems within automotive, military, medical, aerospace and motorsports industries. Support and develop such systems across Pratt & Miller’s programs and customer’s projects. Roles and responsibilities may encompass every level of system development from conceptualization and concept proof, through testing and validation, to product commercialization.

As a relatively small engineering company, project topics and scope of work can vary widely depending on customer needs and market conditions. An open mind to new challenges and a desire to constantly learn is a must for any candidate. The following section describes the skills that are valuable for the types of projects awarded to our group. A candidate is not expected to be an expert in all these areas, but be comfortable working in and among them.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Typical responsibilities include but are not limited to the following items:

  • Controls Development
  • Define controls architecture, platform and functionality
  • Create control algorithms for specific systems in a Simulink environment
  • Develop and test controls performance through modeling, bench and vehicle testing.
  • Integration and build of prototype systems in development vehicles
  • System Simulation and Modeling
  • Formulate multi-domain models of mechanical, hydraulic, and electronic systems
  • Identify important performance metrics and system specifications from model results
  • Model correlation and validation to test data
  • Use models to develop and test controls algorithms
  • System Testing and Data Acquisition
  • Develop test plans and requirements
  • Specify instrumentation and data acquisition system
  • Perform test procedures; troubleshoot test environment and instrumentation issues
  • Process and analyze test data; test report generation
  • Provide analysis, insight, and feedback for development
  • System Hardware Specification
  • Communicate to design staff mechanical requirements of system
  • Identify controller hardware to meet I/O and computational requirements
  • Communicate wiring and connector requirements to support harness builds
  • Select sensors, actuators, and other sourced hardware

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
In addition to the responsibilities mentioned above, tasks relating to the following area will be assigned as required.

  • Interaction with current & potential customers regarding Pratt & Miller systems
  • Planning & program management on internal and customer projects
  • Education / training
  • Provide feedback on product needs and processes

Pratt and Miller Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.