Control Systems Engineer V

About Oshkosh AeroTech, an Oshkosh company

Oshkosh AeroTech is a leading provider of aviation ground support products, gate equipment and airport services to commercial airlines, airports, air-freight carriers, ground handling and military customers. Oshkosh AeroTech offers products that make a difference in people’s lives by supporting those in our communities who do some of the toughest work. They own many of the most trusted brands in the air transportation industry, including LEKTRO®, JetAire®, JetPower®, AmpTekÔ, Jetway®, and more.

The Control Systems Engineer V will design, code, tests, debug and document new electrical control system hardware and software for mobile equipment. Collect and process design criteria for large scale design projects. Independently lead cross functional research and development and design teams for major product development projects. Assure all project design criteria is met. Lead and present complex design reviews to all level of management as well as internal and external customers. Represent GSE as an expert in existing and emerging technology. Perform product failure analyses, report findings, and develop and implement purposed solutions.

YOUR IMPACT:  

• Conceive, design, check, validate, and test complex electrical and software control systems for heavy mobile equipment
• Utilize expert knowledge to lead and implement innovative, practical, and safe designs and solutions to complex issues
• Evaluate competing and new technologies to develop new designs and concepts
• Provide expert knowledge of industry and regulatory design and safety requirements
• Produce designs in compliance with such requirements
• Lead in-house and independent certification processes to confirm compliance with such requirements
• Provide strong leadership to multidiscipline design teams. Become a respected mentor and coach for team members
• Maintain schedule attainment goals, accuracy goals, and cost containment targets for large scale projects with multiple design segments
• Become a respected and trusted resource for the Sales and Marketing team
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers to influence purchase decisions
• Represent GSE throughout the industry to protect our interests, convey our expertise, and advance the industry knowledge base
• Ability to apply knowledge from all disciplines of engineering (mechanical, electrical, hydraulics, and software) to the design and control of complex mobile equipment systems
• Expert application of engineering skills within their degree discipline
• Utilization of Siemens NX and Teamcenter to create and revise 2D and 3D models and drawings
• Perform product validation, manufacturing, and test duties for extended periods of time as required by business needs or training purposes
• Lead software standards committee focused on standardizing and improving software development processes and procedures
• Other duties as required

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Accredited Bachelor's degree in mechanical/electrical Engineering or related field with eight (8) or more years of related experience.

• CoDeSys experience

STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Understanding of hydraulic systems

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CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Internal Contacts: Contact with peers and others involving explanation of information (these contacts may be within or outside department or division), and the gathering of factual information; may include the communication of sensitive or confidential information.

• External Contacts: Limited external contact to gather information, answer queries, or ask assistance.

• Communication Skills: Read, write and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos; Read and interpret safety rules, operating/maintenance instructions and procedure manuals; Write routine reports, correspondence and speak effectively before both internal and external groups; Read, analyze and interpret business manuals, technical procedures and/or government regulations: Read, analyze and interpret scientific and technical journals, financial reports and legal documents.

• Decision-Making: Significant responsibility for decisions and final results, affecting more than one function or a function with multiple unites. Substantial analysis is required and many factors must be weighted before a decision can be reached. 

• Complexity, Judgment and Problem Solving: Work requires the ability to plan and perform work in light of new or constantly changing problems, work from broad instruction, and deal with complex factors not easily evaluated. Decisions require considerable judgment, initiative and ingenuity in areas there is little precedent.

• Supervisory/Managerial: General instructing, scheduling, and reviewing the work of others performing the same or directly related work. Acts as “lead worker”.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Physical Demands: Frequent: Standing, Walking/Running, Sitting, Reaching, Hearing, Talking, Visual, Typing; Occasional: Driving, Fine Dexterity, Manual Dexterity; Upper Extremity Repetitive Motion; Seldom: Lifting/Carrying 25lbs., Pushing/Pulling 25llbs.

• Non-Physical Demands: Frequent: Analysis/Reasoning, Communication/Interpretation, Math/Mental Computation, Reading, Sustained Mental Activity (i.e. auditing, problem solving, grant writing, composing reports), Writing.

• Environmental Demands: Frequent: Work Alone, Frequent Task Changes, Tedious/Exacting Work; Occasional: High Volume Public Contact.

• Work Schedule: Routine shift hours. Infrequent overtime, weekend, or shift rotation.

• Demands/Deadlines: High volume and variable work demands and deadlines impose strain on routine basis or considerable stress intermittently; OR regular direct contacts with distressed individuals within the immediate work environment; and/or exposure to demands and pressures from persons other than immediate supervisor.

Pay Range:

$101,100.00 - $166,700.00

The above pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target pay for the position across all U.S. locations. Within this range, individual pay is determined by various factors, including the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's experience, education and skills, as well as the equity of pay among team members in similar positions. Beyond offering a competitive total rewards package, we prioritize a people-first culture and offer various opportunities to support team member growth and success.

Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability for any part of the employment process, please contact us at [email protected].

Oshkosh Corporation is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. This company will provide equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Information collected regarding categories as provided by law will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.

Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.

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