Embedded Software Engineer III

Job Title: Systems Engineer III – Autonomous Systems

Location: Mossville / Peoria, IL
Work Arrangement: Onsite, 5 days per week
Duration: 12 Months Contract
Schedule: First Shift
Experience: 5–7 Years
Start Date: November 30, 2026

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Systems Engineer to support the development, integration, testing, and validation of autonomous machine systems for heavy equipment applications. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience integrating hardware and software systems, troubleshooting machine-level issues, and collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Integrate autonomous system solutions with machine platforms and onboard electronic systems.

• Install, configure, and test autonomy hardware on heavy equipment.

• Flash software onto machines and validate system functionality.

• Perform on-machine commissioning, system integration, functional testing, and validation.

• Monitor and analyze CAN bus and Ethernet traffic to validate system communications and data.

• Troubleshoot connectivity, sensor, wiring harness, electrical, positioning, and time synchronization issues.

• Collaborate with product development, systems integration, and validation teams to resolve technical issues.

• Translate customer requirements into system-level technical requirements.

• Support prototype builds, machine updates, and autonomy demonstrations.

• Document system architecture, design decisions, test results, requirements, and success criteria.

• Communicate system readiness, technical risks, and design trade-offs to stakeholders.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.

• 5–7 years of relevant professional engineering experience; internships do not count toward the requirement.

• Proven experience in systems engineering, product development, and hardware/software integration.

• Hands-on experience with autonomous systems, robotics, or machine automation.

• Knowledge of sensors and positioning technologies, including cameras, LiDAR, radar, GNSS, and IMU.

• Experience with CAN bus, Ethernet, and ROS2.

• Understanding of onboard electrical systems, wiring, and harnessing best practices.

• Experience with system integration, testing, validation, and troubleshooting in lab and real-world environments.

• Strong communication, documentation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a cross-functional engineering environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with construction or mining equipment, such as excavators, wheel loaders, or articulated dump trucks.

• Experience with autonomous heavy machinery or industrial robotics.

• Familiarity with centralized control system architectures.

• Knowledge of C++ and autonomous software development is beneficial but not required.

Work Environment:

• Full-time onsite work in Mossville or Peoria, Illinois.

• Hands-on engineering activities in laboratory, office, and machine environments.

• Domestic travel may be required, up to 25%.

• Applicable export-control eligibility requirements must be met.

Important: This is a systems integration and autonomy hardware role, not a dedicated embedded software development position.