Embedded Controls Engineer - MI

Post Date

Sep 18, 2023

Location

New Hudson,
Michigan

ZIP/Postal Code

48165
US
Aug 14, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Perm

Category

Software Engineering

Req #

MIC-648881

Pay Rate

$92k - $138k (estimate)

Job Description

Insight Global is looking to hire an Embedded Controls Engineer for Defense projects in New Hudson, MI. This team is responsible for embedded controls software for ground combat vehicles. The ideal candidate will have previous DoD/ground combat vehicle experience and want to work in an R&D environment. This is an onsite role in New Hudson, MI. Candidates must be willing to be onsite on a project needed basis.

Required Skills & Experience

* 5+ years of Embedded C Controls experience (Not PLC)

* Controls experience on mechatronic systems

o Examples:

o Motion control

o Supervisory control

SCADA

High Voltage (HV) system coordination

* Simulink / Stateflow knowledge

* Communication protocol knowledge

o CAN

o Ethernet (TCP/IP, EtherCAT)

o RS422/485

* Linux experience

* Strong background with commissioning new systems (needs to enjoy being hands-on)

* Bachelor's Degree

* Must be a USC -- able to obtain a secret clearance if necessary

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

* DoD background

* Communication protocol knowledge

o Distributed Data Systems (DDS)

o Modbus

* Cyber Security background would be helpful (C5ISR)

* MagicDraw

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.