Lead Control System Engineer

3 weeks ago


Chennai, India Angel and Genie Full time

Job Description :We are seeking a talented Control Systems Engineer with a strong foundation in control theory and software development. The ideal candidate will be responsible for modelling, designing, and implementing real-time control systems in embedded and high-level environments. You'll work closely with hardware, firmware, and systems teams to build high-performance, reliable, and scalable control applications for [product type, e.g., motion systems, robotic arms, power electronics].Key Responsibilities :- Design, develop, and tune closed-loop control algorithms (PID, state-space, adaptive, etc.) for realtime embedded systems.- Develop control software in C/C++, Python, or MATLAB/Simulink for deployment on microcontrollers or embedded Linux platforms.- Simulate and validate control models using MATLAB/Simulink or equivalent tools before deployment.- Integrate control systems with sensors, actuators, and real-time data acquisition systems.- Collaborate with embedded software and hardware teams to implement control logic on target hardware.- Perform system identification, modelling, and plant parameter estimation.- Optimize software and control performance for latency, stability, and robustness.- Participate in code reviews, test strategy development, and system debugging.- Document algorithms, interfaces, and tuning processes thoroughly.Required Qualifications :- Bachelors or Masters degree in Control Systems, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.- 10+ years of experience in control systems engineering with embedded or real-time systems.- Strong understanding of control theory (PID, LQR, observers, Kalman filters, etc.- Proficiency in programming languages: C/C++, MATLAB/Simulink, and Python.- Hands-on experience with embedded systems (e.g., ARM Cortex-M/R, DSPs, FPGAs).- Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) or bare-metal systems.Preferred Qualifications :- Experience with model-based design (MBD) workflows and auto-code generation using Simulink.- Familiarity with signal processing, estimation, and sensor fusion.- Experience with control systems in robotics, automotive (e.g., motor control, chassis control), or power electronics.- Understanding of CAN, SPI, I2C, and other real-time communication protocols.- Exposure to version control systems (Git), CI/CD pipelines, and test automation.- Familiarity with safety-critical software standards (e.g., ISO 26262, DO-178C) is a plus.Soft Skills :- Strong analytical and mathematical skills.- Effective communication and documentation skills.- Collaborative mindset with cross-functional teams.- Ability to balance theoretical and practical engineering approaches.Tools Technologies :- MATLAB/Simulink, Control System Toolbox.- Embedded C/C++, Python.- RTOS platforms (e.g., FreeRTOS, Zephyr).- Version control (Git), JIRA, Confluence.- Hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) simulation platforms. (ref:hirist.tech)



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