Senior Control Systems Engineer - Test Bench

Location: Columbia

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* Title:

Senior Control Systems Engineer - Test Bench
**** Job Category:
System Engineering & Verification Engineer
**** Job Level: Global Grade 10
**** Working Pattern:
Full-Time
**** Working

Location:

Aiken, S.C.
**** Why join Rolls‐Royce?
** At Rolls‐Royce, we take pride in being a business that has played a pivotal role in shaping the modern world and remain dedicated to driving progress forward; powering, safeguarding, and connecting people across the globe.

Rolls‐Royce has been recognized as the top employer in the
** Engineering & Manufacturing
** category on the prestigious
** Forbes Top Employers for Engineers
** list for 2025. This ranking highlights our commitment to innovation, employee development, and fostering a collaborative environment where engineers can thrive.
** What you will be doing:
*** Data Acquisition System Management:
Lead the implementation, configuration, and maintenance of the iTest data acquisition system for engine testing. Utilize knowledge of engine CAN bus systems for effective data acquisition and diagnostics.
* Data Integrity and Quality:
Ensure the accuracy, reliability, and integrity of data collected from engine test benches.
* Data Analysis and Reporting:
Develop and maintain tools for data analysis and reporting to support engineering and management decisions.
* Software Development and Maintenance:
Write, debug, and optimize VCL scripts and Python programs to enhance data acquisition and processing capabilities.
* System Integration:
Integrate data acquisition systems with other IT infrastructure and ensure seamless data flow across platforms. Understand facility infrastructure and its effect on Test Cell Systems
* Troubleshooting and Support:
Diagnose and resolve issues with data acquisition hardware and software, ensuring minimal downtime.
* Collaboration with Engineering Teams:
Work closely with engineering teams to understand their data requirements and provide tailored data acquisition solutions.
* Documentation and Training:
Create comprehensive documentation for data acquisition processes and provide training to team members.
* Continuous Improvement:
Identify opportunities for improving data acquisition systems and processes, implementing best practices and new technologies.
* Compliance and Safety:
Promote a culture of compliance, adhering to the Rolls‐Royce Global Code of Conduct and ensuring a safe working environment.
* Special Projects:
Undertake special projects as required.
** Who we’re looking for:
** At Rolls‐Royce we put safety first, do the right thing, keep it simple and make a difference. These principles form the behaviors that guide us and are an essential component of our assessment process. They are the fundamental qualities that we seek for all roles.
** Position

Qualifications:

*** Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering and 5 years of industrial controls engineering experience; or 9 years of industrial controls engineering experience.
* ** This position has a traditional work schedule that requires four (4) ten (10) hour days during a Monday through Thursday work schedule, with the eligibility of overtime as business requires.*** “Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S without sponsorship. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.”
** Preferred Requirements:
*** Understanding of Statistical Process Control Systems and ability to interface to controls, automation, Emissions equipment, or Engine Control Units
* Understanding and utilization of process controls, i.e., Process Tuning, Thermocouples, Transducers, Meters, Valves, Sensors, etc....
* Understanding of Engine Control Systems
* Diesel engine testing experience
* Ability to program VCL, Python, Uniplot
* Understanding of Test Automation Protocols, i.e., Ether

CAT, AK Protocol, SCPI, CAN, MODBUS, etc....
* A&D iTest Experience
* SAP experience
* Experience with database management
* Excellent background in controls architecture.
* Excellent background in device and hardware troubleshooting.
* Excellent analytical ability where problems are complex.
* Excellent troubleshooting and…