Sr. Systems Engineer

VDart IncTucson, AZ, United States

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Job Title : Senior Systems Engineer

Location : Tucson, AZ Onsite

Position Overview :

Sr. Systems Engineer to support the development, integration, and validation of electronic control systems for heavy equipment. The role requires expertise in CAN / J1939 communication protocols, model-based design (Matlab / Simulink), CANape tools, and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) systems. The ideal candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure system-level performance, reliability, and compliance with engineering standards.

Key Responsibilities :

Design, develop, and validate electronic control systems for Caterpillar machines.
Utilize Matlab / Simulink to develop system models, perform simulations, and generate embedded control software.
Work with CAN / J1939 communication protocols to integrate and troubleshoot electronic control systems.
Use CANape and related tools for calibration, measurement, and diagnostics of control systems.
Develop and execute HIL (Hardware-in-the-Loop) test cases for system validation and verification.
Collaborate with systems, software, and hardware teams to resolve integration issues.
Support root cause analysis, troubleshooting, and performance optimization of control systems.
Ensure designs meet functional, safety, and regulatory requirements.
Document system requirements, design specifications, and validation results.

Required Qualifications :

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.

Hands-on experience with CAN / J1939 communication protocols in embedded systems.

Proficiency in Matlab / Simulink for model-based design and simulation.

Strong experience with CANape or similar calibration / measurement tools.

Experience developing and running HIL systems for control system validation.

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.

Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications :

Experience in heavy equipment, automotive, or aerospace control systems.

Knowledge of ISO 26262 or functional safety standards.

Familiarity with embedded software development tools and version control.

Exposure to real-time operating systems (RTOS) or microcontroller-based systems.

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Sr System Engineer • Tucson, AZ, United States