Overnight Autonomous Systems Engineer Jobs in Illinois

Diversified Services Network, Inc. (DSN) is seeking a full-time Systems Engineer (Autonomous Machines) to join our team in Mossville, IL. We offer full benefits, PTO, 401k, and more! If you're looking to grow your career within an extremely reputable, stable Fortune 100 company - let's talk!

Position Overview

The Systems Engineer - Autonomous Machines will help define the requirements and architecture for bringing an autonomous machine system together, with a primary focus on developing system integration requirements for multiple systems within an autonomous machine on the Loading, Dozing & Compaction Application Team. These systems can include a variety of onboard electronic systems as well as process and people interactions. The ideal candidate is highly detail-oriented, collaborates well with and through others, and is capable of making and communicating sound decisions around the trade-offs between time, resources, and quality.

Key Responsibilities

Apply new autonomous system solutions and technologies to semi- or fully autonomous systems

Decompose customer requirements into system-level requirements, including both hardware and software

Manage system-level requirements and related features within DevOps

Collaborate closely with machine system teams to determine the best approach for delivering autonomous features, including component selection and system integration

Ensure clear documentation and requirements traceability

Serve as a subject matter expert for surface loading autonomous machine solutions

Communicate system readiness and technical risk to stakeholders

Work as part of an engineering team to design, develop, integrate, and test robust, scalable features on embedded electronic control systems and vision systems for autonomous machine applications

Team & Work Environment

Collaborate with a local team of 3-6 engineers, with the opportunity to work alongside other US-based teams

Split time between an office setting and an on-site proving ground (approximately 20%)

Personal protective equipment (PPE) will be provided for work at the proving ground

Requirements

Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field and 5-7 years of relevant experience is required OR

Master's degree with 5+ years of experience

Key Qualifications

Proven experience as a Systems Engineer supporting the development of autonomous machines, including the integration of software and hardware to deliver autonomous solutions

Experience collaborating with systems integration and validation teams throughout product development, including validating software and hardware in both lab and machine environments

Knowledge of construction equipment such as articulated dump trucks, hydraulic excavators, and wheel loaders

Proven ability to support production products through design, implementation, customer rollout, and ongoing support

Ability to decompose complex customer requirements into achievable technical requirements

Experience with autonomous systems and centralized command/control system architecture

Experience with systems integration over CAN and Ethernet

Experience in the construction or mining industry preferred but not required

Master's degree in an autonomy-related field a plus

Communication & Collaboration

Skilled at communicating complex technical concepts and design trade-offs to team members and stakeholders at multiple levels

Committed to thorough documentation of designs, requirements, and success criteria to ensure team alignment

Clearly communicates project goals, keeps leadership informed of progress, and shares relevant updates with external partners

Uses data-driven arguments, active listening, and tailored messaging to build consensus and influence decision-making

Builds credibility and a strong reputation as a subject-matter expert through consistent, high-quality work

Stays current on advancements in autonomy and related industries to inform design decisions

Comfortable working both independently and as part of a collaborative team

Benefits

• 401(k)

• Dental insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid Holidays

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Salary expectations: $80,000-85,000 annually