Job Description

The Senior Controls Engineer is responsible for the design, development, integration, calibration, and validation of electronic control systems for Cummins products, with a focus on aftertreatment control systems. This role translates product and customer requirements into software and control system solutions using model-based development methodologies while ensuring robust system performance, product quality, and regulatory compliance. The position provides technical leadership on complex engineering projects, supports continuous improvement of development processes, and collaborates with global cross-functional teams throughout the software development lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement embedded control software for Cummins products using Model-Based Development (MBD) methodologies with MATLAB/Simulink.
• Translate customer, product, and system requirements into software, control algorithms, and electronic system requirements.
• Design, develop, calibrate, integrate, and validate aftertreatment control system features and software functions.
• Develop system models, perform simulations, and evaluate control strategies to optimize product performance, emissions compliance, reliability, and quality.
• Perform software development activities throughout the complete Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), including requirements analysis, design, implementation, verification, validation, release, and maintenance.
• Investigate complex electronic and control system issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement robust corrective actions.
• Develop and execute Design Verification Plans and Reports (DVP&R), calibration plans, and validation activities.
• Perform Model-in-the-Loop (MIL), Software-in-the-Loop (SIL), ECU-level testing, and support test cell validation activities.
• Support software integration activities including AUTOSAR or Semi-AUTOSAR compliant ECU architectures and object code integration.
• Develop and maintain system specifications, technical documentation, calibration data, and engineering records.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Product Engineering, Systems Engineering, Manufacturing, Validation, Calibration, Software, Suppliers, and Customers to deliver high-quality engineering solutions.
• Evaluate simulation, analytical, and physical test results to verify system capability and validate product requirements.
• Support product issue resolution by conducting troubleshooting, data analysis, and implementing long-term corrective actions.
• Lead or independently execute complex engineering assignments, subsystem development, or business-critical technical projects.
• Review engineering deliverables produced by less experienced engineers to ensure compliance with engineering standards, quality, and reusability.
• Drive continuous improvement of engineering processes, development tools, and best practices.
• Provide technical guidance, mentoring, and knowledge sharing to junior engineers and project teams.
• Ensure engineering activities comply with Cummins development processes, quality standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Engineering, or another relevant STEM discipline.
• Master's degree in a relevant engineering discipline is preferred for select roles.
• Ability to obtain licenses required for export control or regulatory compliance, where applicable.

Skills

Required Skills

• Strong experience with Model-Based Development (MBD) using MATLAB/Simulink
• Fundamental knowledge of C Programming for embedded software development.
• Strong understanding of Aftertreatment Control Systems and emission control technologies.
• Knowledge of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)
• Knowledge of electronic control systems, embedded software, and mechatronic system development.
• Strong understanding of system requirements engineering, product verification, and validation methodologies.
• Experience with product function modeling, simulation, and control system analysis.
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and technical problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively within global cross-functional engineering teams.

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of Cummins VPI (Value Package Introduction) Process
• Familiarity with Cummins Software Architecture
• Experience with Design Change Request (DCR) processes.
• Experience performing MIL, SIL, and ECU-level testing
• Knowledge of Engine Test Cell testing methodologies.
• Experience with AUTOSAR or Semi-AUTOSAR compliant ECU software integration.
• Knowledge of calibration tools, simulation tools, and embedded software development environments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Experience

• Significant experience in embedded controls, electronic systems development, or automotive software engineering within the automotive, commercial vehicle, off-highway, or related industries.
• Experience developing embedded control software using MATLAB/Simulink and Model-Based Development techniques.
• Experience with aftertreatment controls, engine control systems, or related powertrain control applications.
• Experience in software integration, system calibration, verification, validation, and troubleshooting.
• Demonstrated expertise in product requirements engineering, systems engineering, and control algorithm development.
• Experience leading technical projects or serving as a senior technical contributor on complex engineering programs.
• Experience reviewing technical work, mentoring engineers, and driving engineering quality improvements.
• Exposure to AUTOSAR architecture, embedded C development, software testing, and product release processes is preferred.
• Proven ability to solve complex technical problems, make sound engineering decisions, and deliver high-quality engineering solutions in a cross-functional environment.

Cummins is an equal opportunity employer. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, sex, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, or other status protected by law.