Software Engineer - Mobile Machinery Control Systems at Elgin Sweeper in Elgin, Illinois

Job Description:

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

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  Lead Software Development: Perform the development and coordination of software products and their structure for mobile machinery control systems, ensuring timely delivery and quality of software releases.


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  Software Logic Development: Create and document software logic, working closely with design and systems engineers to meet functional specifications or customer requirements.


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  Control Logic Programming: Analyze control logic for electromechanical systems, ensuring all software functionality meets design and performance standards.


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  HMI & Diagnostics Programming: Develop and program Human-Machine Interface (HMI) and diagnostics solutions to enhance user interaction and troubleshooting capabilities.


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  Testing and Validation: Create and execute system-level development and validation test plans, develop test procedures/scripts, and assist in performing verification testing to ensure software quality and reliability.


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  Technical Leadership: Serve as the primary technical lead for software functional changes and manage the change management processes.


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  Functional Specification Definition: Define and document software technical and functional requirements to ensure clarity in product development.


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  Engineering Change Management: Prepare, review, and complete engineering change packages, providing feedback and markups to ensure all changes align with technical specifications.


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  Technology Research and Recommendations: Research emerging technologies to identify and provide recommendations for potential improvements and enhancements.


• Perform other duties, assignments, and special projects as required.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Bachelor’s Degree in Controls, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Aerospace, Automotive, or Computer Engineering with a minor in Electrical Engineering required.


• Master’s Degree preferred.


• Minimum seven (7) years’ experience required.


• Proficiency working with I/O language, controllers, controls logic design, and protocols such as CAN J1939 and Ethernet.


• Proficiency in at least one model-based controls development environment using a tool such as Codesys, IQAN, Matlab, Simulink, Raptor or equivalent.

Required Skills

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  Controls Development:  Proficiency in at least one controls development environment such as CODESYS, MATLAB, Simulink, IQAN or Raptor.


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  Software Configuration Management:  Hands-on experience with commercial software version control tools such as GIT or equivalent platforms.


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  Human-Machine Interface (HMI) Design:  Experience in designing and programming HMI for operator and diagnostic serviceability interaction.


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  Control Systems Design:  Deep understanding of control theory and its application to automotive, industrial, or agricultural applications.


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  Safety and Reliability Analysis:  Knowledge of system safety analysis methodologies, including Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA).


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  Testing and Validation:
  
  • Proficiency in developing and executing system-level test plans and functional validation procedures.
  
  • Familiarity with hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) or software-in-the-loop (SIL) testing environments.


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  Electrical Circuit Design and Analysis:  Strong background in electrical circuit design and/or analysis.


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  Electromechanical and EV Systems:  Understanding of electromechanical systems, with electric vehicle systems being a plus.

Preferred Skills and Competencies:

• CODESYS 3.5 (IEC 611313) and GIT experience.


• Function block diagram and structured text experience.


• Software Development Professional Certification or equivalent.


• Functional Safety training or certification (e.g., ISO 26262).


• Project management principles training or certification.


• High-voltage system wiring and design experience.

SPONSORSHIP IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR THIS POSTION

Anticipated Salary Range: $77,998 - $133,710

Benefits of Employment

In addition to excellent career growth opportunities, Federal Signal Corporation offers a wide array of benefits including: annual bonus potential, insurance (life, medical, dental, vision), paid holidays, paid vacation, 401(k) with matching contributions and tuition reimbursement. We provide our employees with a smoke-free, drug-free workplace.

About Us

Sold and serviced through a network of more than 100 dealer locations worldwide, Elgin Sweeper products are the sweepers of choice for a variety of general street maintenance, special industrial and airport applications. With more than 100 years of experience, Elgin Sweeper offers municipalities, contractors and industries the most sweeper options in the country, using the latest sweeping technologies—mechanical, pure vacuum, regenerative air, alternative fuel and waterless dust control. Elgin Sweeper is a subsidiary of Federal Signal Corporation’s Environmental Solutions Group. For more information, visit www.elginsweeper.com.

Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) builds and delivers equipment of unmatched quality that moves material, cleans infrastructure, and protects the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1901, Federal Signal is a leading global designer and manufacturer of products and total solutions that serve municipal, governmental, industrial and commercial customers. Headquartered in Downers Grove, IL, with manufacturing facilities worldwide, the Company operates two groups: Environmental Solutions and Safety and Security Systems. For more information on Federal Signal, visit: www.federalsignal.com.

The Company is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category, characteristic, or trait under applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resources at HR@federalsignal.com. All other applications must be submitted online.

Education

Required

• Bachelor of Engineering or better

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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