Embedded Software Engineer, onsite in Peoria, Illinois - Full-time

Job Title: Embedded Software Engineer, onsite in Peoria, Illinois - Full-time

Salary: $110K per year

Job Description:535679/BRY

• We are seeking a highly motivated Embedded Software Engineer with expertise in Drive-By-Wire (DBW) systems, Embedded C++, CAN communication, MATLAB/Simulink, and Linux/UNIX-based embedded software development to support the development, integration, verification, and validation of autonomous and off-highway vehicle control systems.

• The engineer will contribute to the design, implementation, testing, and troubleshooting of safety-critical software for steering, braking, powertrain, chassis, hoist, truck control, machine automation, and autonomous vehicle applications. The role requires strong hands-on experience with Linux and UNIX environments, embedded software debugging, vehicle communication networks, model-based development, and system integration across MIL, SIL, HIL, and vehicle platforms.

Skills And Expertise

• 3+ years of experience in Embedded Software Development, Drive-By-Wire Systems, Autonomous Systems, Vehicle Controls, Off-Highway Equipment, or similar domains.
• Strong proficiency in C++ software development for embedded real-time systems.
• Strong hands-on experience with Linux and UNIX operating systems.
• Experience in software integration, system validation, and troubleshooting of complex embedded systems.
• Experience working with vehicle communication networks and safety-critical applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Software Development & Integration
• Design, develop, and maintain embedded software for Drive-By-Wire (DBW), Autonomous Hauling, and Machine Control Systems.
• Develop application and middleware software using C++ for real-time embedded control systems.
• Implement and integrate software features for steering, braking, propulsion, chassis, hoist, and vehicle control functionalities.
• Develop and maintain Linux-based software components and services for embedded platforms.
• Support software bring-up, integration, deployment, and troubleshooting on target hardware and vehicle platforms.
• Model-Based Development
• Develop control algorithms and system models using MATLAB, Simulink, and Stateflow.
• Perform model verification, validation, and auto-code generation activities.
• Support Model-in-the-Loop (MIL), Software-in-the-Loop (SIL), and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) testing.
• Ensure compliance with MAAB modeling guidelines and model quality standards.
• Vehicle Communication & Diagnostics
• Design, develop, and validate communication software using CAN, CAN FD, SAE J1939, UDS, and Automotive Ethernet protocols.
• Develop and maintain DBC files and communication databases.
• Analyze network traffic and troubleshoot communication issues using CANoe, CANalyzer, CANape, CAPL, and Wireshark.
• Support diagnostics, calibration, and software download activities.
• Validation & Verification
• Execute MIL, SIL, HIL, System Integration Testing (SIT), regression testing, and vehicle validation activities.
• Develop and maintain automated test frameworks and regression test suites.
• Perform fault-injection, diagnostics validation, fail-safe verification, and communication network testing.
• Analyze test results, perform root-cause analysis, and support issue resolution.
• Linux / UNIX Development & Support
• Develop, build, deploy, and troubleshoot software in Linux and UNIX environments.
• Create and maintain Shell/Bash scripts to automate software deployment, testing, diagnostics, and development workflows.
• Utilize Linux tools for process monitoring, memory analysis, performance tuning, and log analysis.
• Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Linux-based embedded systems and development environments.
• Support cross-compilation, build automation, and software packaging activities.
• Debug networking and communication issues using Linux diagnostic and monitoring tools.
• Debugging & Troubleshooting
• Perform embedded software debugging using Lauterbach TRACE32 and other target debugging tools.
• Investigate software, communication, integration, and performance issues in HIL and vehicle environments.