Simulation (Autonomy) Controls Test Engineer

Hexagon

$131K — $135K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Transportation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in Automotive Engineering or related field required
  • 3 years of relevant experience in a testing or software engineering role
  • Proficiency with TruckSim or CarSIM simulation software
  • Strong background in vehicle controls development and tuning
  • Familiarity with PID, LQR, and MPC control systems
  • Experience in designing comprehensive test plans including automated and manual tests

Responsibilities

  • Support product development for haulage vehicles focusing on motion control
  • Simulate vehicle response using Simulink, TruckSim, and proprietary software
  • Collaborate with the controls team to tune various controllers in simulation
  • Update and verify plant models based on field data
  • Generate and document test plans and reports for simulations
  • Identify and develop automation for simulation and reporting processes

Benefits

  • Telecommuting option within the US
  • Less than 5% travel required for the role
  • Dynamic international work environment
  • Opportunities for professional growth in an innovative company
Full Job Description
Overview

Hexagon Autonomous Solutions is looking for Simulation (Autonomy) Controls Test Engineer to Support the onboard Autonomous Controls Team in product development of haulage vehicles.

 

The Location: Hexagon is a global company with offices around the world. This position is based in Morton, Illinois.  Telecommuting within the US is permitted. Less than 5% domestic and international travel.

Responsibilities

As our Simulation (Autonomy) Controls Test Engineer, you would be responsible for:

 

  • Supporting the onboard Autonomous Controls Team in product development of haulage vehicles in the area of vehicle motion control.
  • Using Simulink, TruckSim, and proprietary software to simulate vehicle response of long-haul heavy vehicles using various controllers.
  • Collaborating with the controls team to tune and modify PID, LQR, MPC, and other controllers using a simulation environment.
  • Updating and verify plant models using data from the field.
  • Generating tests, test plans, and reports of iterative simulations.
  • Identifying opportunities and develop automation for the simulation and report generation environment
Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:                        

  • Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in Automotive Engineering or related field
  • Three (3) years of experience as a Software Engineer, Simulation/Autonomy Controls Test Engineer, or related occupation.
  • Experience with TruckSim or CarSIM;
  • Simulation/Autonomy Controls Test Engineer
  • TruckSim or CarSIM;
  • Experience with vehicle controls development and tuning: PID (Proportional-Integral-Derivative) Controller, LQR (Linear Quadratic Regulator), MPC (Model Predictive Control);
  • Experience designing comprehensive test plans: automated and manual tests
  • Experience with entire control system structure and deep root cause analysis.

 

If you require any special accommodation, please email our team at [email protected] and we will be pleased to follow up with you. Please do not send cover letters or resumes to this address. 

 

Salary: $131,500 - $135,000 per year

 

Apply online at https://hexagon.com/about/careers Or, send resume to:  [email protected]

Ref: 00080318

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