Electrical Controls Engineer jobs in Schenectady, NY

Overview

My client is currently seeking applications for a Controls Engineer for my Galway, Ireland based client. This Controls Engineer will work as a member of the Systems Architecture Design & Controls Team supporting development of Products. This role will support the execution of embedded controls development projects, working with hardware, software, validation test and system integration functions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Computer Science required. Other technical degrees may be considered with relevant work experience.
• At least 4 years experience in controls, electronics, systems or software engineering is required.

Key Competencies:

• Experience with model based design processes and modeling & simulation of complex systems.
• Understanding of control system design.
• Classical control knowledge is preferred (PID control, linear control, digital filtering).
• Proficiency with Simulink and Stateflow is preferred.
• Understanding of optimization techniques is preferred.
• Experience in automating processes is preferred.
• Knowledge of MAAB, J-MAAB, IEC 62304 standards or equivalents is a plus.
• Knowledge in Refrigeration, HVAC, or Thermodynamics is a plus.
• Knowledge in compressors, engines or power electronics is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop controller models for system level control algorithms that provide superior performance, enhance reliability and diagnostics.
• Execute model-in-the-loop simulations to verify control behavior and performance.
• Support system and sub-system level integration testing to ensure control system behavior meets functional and non-functional requirements. Review and analyze system test data.
• Work with software development teams to integrate model-generated software into application software.
• Adhere to model development standards and processes.
• Collaborate with System integration teams.
• Demonstrates ability to work in team environment and collaborate with teams in multiple locations
• 5% travel anticipated.