Mechatronics Engineer

Job Summary

In this role, you will be a valuable part of our engineering team, ensuring our Research & Development projects are met in a timely fashion while observing the highest standards of safety and quality.

Mechatronics Engineer

Full-Time

Exempt

Engineering

Manufacturing, Ridgeland, SC

In this role, you will be a valuable part of our engineering team, ensuring our Research & Development projects are met in a timely fashion while observing the highest standards of safety and quality.

• Perform tasks assigned by engineering management and/or senior mechatronics engineers.
• Develop new or improved controls and mechatronic components and systems for application in the terminal tractor product lines which include diesel, gas and BEV.
• Verification that controls, and mechatronic components and systems meet specified technical customer demands, product safety, and legislation requirements.
• Assist with analysis and approval of controls, and mechatronic component and system parts, sub-assembly and sub-component purchase drawings to ensure they meet all applicable standards.
• Assist with selection of design solutions, materials, and components for inclusion in controls, and mechatronic components and system under development.
• Develop control models and perform simulations – Simulation In the Loop, Hardware In the Loop, Rapid Prototyping for Automatic Control, Desktop simulations etc.
• Assist in testing and validating of designs.
• Develop functional diagrams to support development of controls systems and troubleshooting.
• Assist in current production issue resolutions.
• Work with Engine system integration and Engine development teams to test and validate control strategies for vehicle integration.
• Work with other departments and suppliers to build and procure components needed for prototype and production builds.

• Knowledge of software platforms such as Crank Storyboard, C++ or other programming languages.
• Knowledge of MATLAB/Simulink with embedded code exposure
• Direct-to-Flash methodology for creating experimental flash files
• Knowledge of Hardware-In-Loop testing
• Experience with design and calibration of closed loop system controls
• Simulink, Python and/or other programming experience
• Experience with J1939 communications
• Experience with Vector analysis tools such as CANCapture and CANalyzer
• Experience with Creo + and Creo Schematic along with Windchill software platforms
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

• Bachelor of Science degree in electrical engineering.
• Master’s degree in electrical engineering preferred.
• Minimum 3 years’ work-related experience.
• Experience in vehicle control system development.
• Experience in supporting manufacturing environment.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proven self-starter with strong technical leadership skills
• Ability to communicate technical information effectively with team members and others in work group, as well as employees in other units, customers, and suppliers.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite software including Word, Excel, and Power Point
• Requires effective oral and written communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills, Ability to commit to flexible schedule.
• Must be able to participate in Lean principles and continuous improvement activities.

• This position primarily operates in an office environment but may also require work in warehouse settings.
• PPE is required per company procedures and includes safety shoes, safety glasses and safety vest.

Walking, sitting, standing, crouching, and lifting up to 50lbs.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees and their families that includes health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance. 401K, vacation and paid holidays. TICO is a Drug-Free Workplace