Controls Engineer 2

Location: Chillicothe, IL • Contract • 40 hours per week

About the role

Seeking a Controls Engineer 2 to support the calibration, design, analysis, and validation of engine control systems in both simulation and real-engine environments. This role is ideal for an engineer with a strong foundation in feedback controls, MATLAB/Simulink, and root cause problem solving who enjoys hands-on testing and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate engine control systems in simulation and on-engine test environments.
• Analyze engine performance data and present findings to technical teams.
• Design, test, evaluate, modify, and calibrate control systems and related instruments.
• Perform control system design and analysis using MATLAB/Simulink.
• Troubleshoot hardware and process issues using structured root cause analysis methodologies.
• Support electrical and control system development while adhering to project schedules, safety objectives, and engineering requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; applicable graduate-level education may be considered equivalent experience.
• Experience with feedback control of dynamic systems.
• Proficiency in control systems design and analysis using MATLAB/Simulink.
• Strong problem-solving skills utilizing root cause analysis techniques.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience with engine controls calibration and validation.
• Internship or professional experience related to engine controls systems.
• Experience working in laboratory, test cell, or engine development environments.

Why This Role?

• Gain end-to-end engine controls experience across the full lifecycle of advanced control systems.
• Work directly with engine hardware in a hands-on laboratory and test cell environment.
• Collaborate with experienced technical leaders and a global engineering team while growing your controls expertise.

Work Environment

• Primarily on-site in a technical engineering and test cell environment.
• Mix of desk-based engineering work and hands-on engine testing activities.
• Collaborative team structure consisting of a Program Lead, Technical Lead, and Controls Engineer.

Schedule

On-site, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (hours may shift based on test cell timing; maximum 8 hours per day).

Pay

$42.00 - $50.00/hour

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• PTO
• 401K