Req ID: 50216
Job Location: Ames, IA, US
Employment Type: Full Time
Segment: Danfoss Power Solutions Segment
Job Category: R&D, Technology and Engineering
Work Location Type: On-site
Job Title: Senior Engineer, Systems
Job Description:
The Impact You'll MakeAre you passionate about designing advanced vehicle and machine systems? Do you enjoy turning innovative concepts into real-world solutions? Danfoss Power Solutions is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to help develop next-generation technologies that drive electrification, decarbonization, autonomy, and productivity across mobile machinery applications.
As part of our high-performing Solutions Innovation & Development team, you'll work from concept through launch, collaborating with global experts to solve complex customer challenges and deliver cutting-edge solutions that fuel business growth.
What You'll Be DoingIn this role, you will:
- Design and develop vehicle system architectures that address customer needs and application challenges.
- Evaluate solution concepts from functional, safety, performance, and cost perspectives.
- Develop control strategies and system-level designs utilizing hydraulics, electronics, software, and mechatronics.
- Create and validate vehicle software using C, MATLAB/Simulink, model-based development tools, and PLUS+14 GUIDE.
- Model and simulate vehicle systems, subsystems, and components.
- Generate technical documentation, engineering reports, white papers, presentations, and publications.
- Collaborate across Danfoss teams globally to accelerate innovation and project success.
- Support the development of compelling technical value propositions for customers and stakeholders.
What We're Looking ForRequired Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Agricultural, or related Engineering field.
- Minimum 3-5 years of experience in systems, controls, software, hydraulics, mechatronics, electronics, or related disciplines.
- Working knowledge of hydraulic, electronic, software, or mechatronic systems.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to travel up to 20%.
Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Engineering or a fluid power-related discipline.
- Experience with programming, dynamic simulation, and model-based software development.
- Knowledge of machine control systems, data acquisition, and industrial/mobile communication protocols.
- Hands-on experience designing, operating, or testing construction, agriculture, or industrial equipment.
- Familiarity with functional safety principles and practices.
- Knowledge of Danfoss products and business tools such as SAP, Salesforce, or Teamcenter.
- IFPS certification or equivalent fluid power expertise
What Makes You Successful
- Collaborative and relationship-oriented.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, innovative environment.
- Effective communicator across teams, disciplines, and cultures.
- Hands-on, detail-oriented, and driven to solve complex technical challenges.
- Adaptable and responsive to changing priorities.
- Thrives in a global, matrixed organization.
What You'll Get from Us- We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.
- You'll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Your well-being matters to us.
- We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.
- You'll receive benefits like 13th salary, annual bonus, paid vacation, pension plans, personal insurance, and more. These vary by country and contract, but they're worth asking about-we think they're pretty great.
Ready to Make a Difference?If this role excites you, we'd love to hear from you! Apply now to start the conversation and learn more about where your career can go with us.
