Senior Technical Lead - Embedded Systems

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities Systems Architecture & Concept Development Define and develop full‑machine system architectures, including electronic, hydraulic, mechanical, and operator‑interaction domains.Lead functional decomposition and allocation of behaviours across ECUs, sensors, actuators, and subsystems.Drive early‑stage concept modelling and architecture selection using model‑based systems engineering (MBSE) methodologies.Requirements Engineering & Traceability Own end‑to‑end requirements flow-down using tools such as JAMA, from stakeholder needs to verified system-level functionality.Define system-level requirements, interface specifications, and operational scenarios for machine features and safety-related functions.Ensure robust requirements traceability across software, hardware, and mechanical domains.Model‑Based Development & System Simulation Develop system‑level behavioural models (plant and control interaction) to support concept evaluation, performance prediction, and system validation.Use tools such as MATLAB/Simulink or SysML‑based modelling environments for architecture modelling and behavioural definition.Guide and review model‑based control software development, ensuring alignment with system intent.System Integration, Test Strategy & Verification Define system integration strategies using SIL, HIL, bench tests, and machine testing.Lead system‑level issue diagnosis using CAN tools (e.g., CANalyzer, vehicle logging systems) and structured problem‑solving techniques.Ensure alignment between virtual validation and physical machine behaviour across development phases.Functional Safety & Compliance Develop system safety concepts and functional safety architectures in accordance with standards such as ISO 13849, ISO 19014, or adjacent standards (ISO 25119, ISO 26262).Support hazard analyses, DFMEAs, risk assessments, and safety case documentation.Mentor teams in safety‑related design principles and validation practices.Technical Leadership & Collaboration Provide technical leadership across electrical, software, systems, hydraulic, and mechanical engineering teams.Lead design reviews and drive multidisciplinary decision-making.Promote best practices for systems engineering, MBSE adoption, development workflows, and architecture governance.Coach and mentor engineers in requirements engineering, modelling, and systematic debugging.Required Skills & Experience Technical Expertise Deep experience in systems engineering within off‑highway, automotive, aerospace, industrial, robotics, or other complex mechatronic domains.Strong proficiency in model‑based development, using MATLAB/Simulink or SysML to define system behaviour and architecture.Hands‑on experience with requirements management tools such as JAMA and issue‑tracking tools like JIRA.Proficient with CAN tools (e.g., CANalyzer, CANoe) and logging/diagnostic workflows.Strong understanding of ECU architectures, distributed control systems, sensors/actuators, powertrain systems, and safety features.Domain Knowledge Understanding of off‑highway machinery such as hydraulics, propulsion, driveline, work functions, and operator control systems.Appreciation of environmental and reliability challenges (vibration, thermal stress, contamination, EMC).Leadership & Soft Skills Demonstrated ability to lead technical direction, influence designs, and align cross‑functional teams.Excellent communication skills with a structured, systems‑thinking mindset.Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, especially in ambiguous system‑level issues.Ability to mentor and uplift engineering teams in systems engineering best practices.Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have)Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Systems Enginee

Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities Systems Architecture & Concept Development Define and develop full‑machine system architectures, including electronic, hydraulic, mechanical, and operator‑interaction domains.Lead functional decomposition and allocation of behaviours across ECUs, sensors, actuators, and subsystems.Drive early‑stage concept modelling and architecture selection using model‑based systems engineering (MBSE) methodologies.Requirements Engineering & Traceability Own end‑to‑end requirements flow-down using tools such as JAMA, from stakeholder needs to verified system-level functionality.Define system-level requirements, interface specifications, and operational scenarios for machine features and safety-related functions.Ensure robust requirements traceability across software, hardware, and mechanical domains.Model‑Based Development & System Simulation Develop system‑level behavioural models (plant and control interaction) to support concept evaluation, performance prediction, and system validation.Use tools such as MATLAB/Simulink or SysML‑based modelling environments for architecture modelling and behavioural definition.Guide and review model‑based control software development, ensuring alignment with system intent.System Integration, Test Strategy & Verification Define system integration strategies using SIL, HIL, bench tests, and machine testing.Lead system‑level issue diagnosis using CAN tools (e.g., CANalyzer, vehicle logging systems) and structured problem‑solving techniques.Ensure alignment between virtual validation and physical machine behaviour across development phases.Functional Safety & Compliance Develop system safety concepts and functional safety architectures in accordance with standards such as ISO 13849, ISO 19014, or adjacent standards (ISO 25119, ISO 26262).Support hazard analyses, DFMEAs, risk assessments, and safety case documentation.Mentor teams in safety‑related design principles and validation practices.Technical Leadership & Collaboration Provide technical leadership across electrical, software, systems, hydraulic, and mechanical engineering teams.Lead design reviews and drive multidisciplinary decision-making.Promote best practices for systems engineering, MBSE adoption, development workflows, and architecture governance.Coach and mentor engineers in requirements engineering, modelling, and systematic debugging.Required Skills & Experience Technical Expertise Deep experience in systems engineering within off‑highway, automotive, aerospace, industrial, robotics, or other complex mechatronic domains.Strong proficiency in model‑based development, using MATLAB/Simulink or SysML to define system behaviour and architecture.Hands‑on experience with requirements management tools such as JAMA and issue‑tracking tools like JIRA.Proficient with CAN tools (e.g., CANalyzer, CANoe) and logging/diagnostic workflows.Strong understanding of ECU architectures, distributed control systems, sensors/actuators, powertrain systems, and safety features.Domain Knowledge Understanding of off‑highway machinery such as hydraulics, propulsion, driveline, work functions, and operator control systems.Appreciation of environmental and reliability challenges (vibration, thermal stress, contamination, EMC).Leadership & Soft Skills Demonstrated ability to lead technical direction, influence designs, and align cross‑functional teams.Excellent communication skills with a structured, systems‑thinking mindset.Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, especially in ambiguous system‑level issues.Ability to mentor and uplift engineering teams in systems engineering best practices.Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have)Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Systems Enginee

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