Vehicle Systems Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 29, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 25, 2026. Danfoss scores A on the Alion truth index.
The Impact You'll Make
Are you an engineer who is passionate about designing the advanced machines of the future? As a Engineer, Systems on our Innovation & Development team, you will be at the forefront of creating the next-generation technologies that are driving electrification, autonomy, and decarbonization in the off-highway industry.
You will have the unique opportunity to work on projects from the earliest concept stages all the way through to real-world implementation. You will be a key player in solving our customers' most complex challenges, turning innovative ideas into cutting-edge solutions for the construction and agriculture markets.
This is a role for a true systems thinker. You will work across multiple engineering disciplines, collaborating with a global team of experts to design, build, and test the integrated systems that will define the future of mobile machinery. You will also travel domestically, up to 20%, to support projects and customer needs.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Design and develop complete vehicle system architectures, integrating mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and software components into a seamless solution.
- Create and validate vehicle control software using tools like C, Matlab/Simulink, and PLUS+1 GUIDE.
- Get hands-on with real hardware, defining and running tests on vehicles and in the lab to validate your designs and analyze performance.
- Translate customer needs into clear technical requirements, and then evaluate and select the best concepts to meet their needs for function, safety, and performance.
- Act as a key technical partner to our customers, working as part of a multi-disciplinary team to provide exceptional support and deliver innovative solutions.
What We're Looking For
- A Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Agricultural, or a related Engineering field, ideally with at least 3 years’ experience in Engineering
- Hands-on experience with control systems, software development, hydraulics, or mechatronics.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a passion for tackling complex, multi-disciplinary challenges.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with global teams and present technical information clearly.
- Demonstrated skills in time management, prioritizing competing tasks, managing uncertainty, attention to detail, and working with limited supervision.
What You'll Get from Us
- We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.
- You’ll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Your well-being matters to us.
- We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.
- You’ll receive benefits like 401k matching, annual bonus, paid vacation, personal insurance, and more. These vary by country and contract, but they’re worth asking about-we think they’re pretty great.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If this role excites you, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to start the conversation and learn more about where your career can go with us.
Our Commitment to Transparency
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The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Any benefits listed do not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.
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