Principal Engineer - Software

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJob Description: The Principal Engineer - Software develops embedded software for various on-vehicle applications. The Sr. Software Engineer shall be able to create vehicle level designs and provide feedback on System Requirements. Will lead the implementation and integration of embedded software written in C/C , Matlab autogenerated. Responsibilities: Responsible for completion of a project or part of a project of moderate complexity on time.May be responsible for overall project schedule and budget.May be responsible for managing multiple priorities.Performs more complex engineering calculations, investigations, and tasks as assigned according to Client, as well as general industry, engineering standards and processes.Responsible for preparation and delivery of plans, designs, computation methods, and/or reporting.Collaborate as needed with other engineering or business support disciplines internally as well as suppliers externally.May have exposure to the external customers and/or industry organizations.Provide guidance or mentorship to entry level engineers working on common projects.Research, create, and update standard engineering methodology and procedures - best practices, etc. Conduct independent research and development on new technologies and establish requirements (resources, equipment, estimates, test plans, and milestones) according to the needs of a project related to real-time operating system (RTOS), Autosar, embedded systems, open-source tools, Internet of Things (IOT), edge computing and architecture virtualization. Carry out the technical aspects of advanced vehicle system controls research and development in the aspect of implementation using embedded software tools, version control and configuration management, verification and validation, DevOps and CI/CD software. Work with internal and external project teams on advanced control development efforts independently with minimum supervision using embedded software and model-based development tool suites.Assist developing or integrating control strategies and implementation in a virtual simulation environment using modeling tools (such as AMESIM, Matlab/Simulink/Stateflow etc.) or hardware-in-the-loop simulators and transferring simulated strategies to vehicle testing and eventual production implementation. Lead or direct feasibility studies and project estimates (manpower, budget development, and timelines etc.) on proposed projects. Lead or direct proposal development with regards to acquiring appropriate funding for various advanced control development efforts. Provide insight to engineering design teams and mentoring to low level engineers as needed based on expertise. Design, implement and document real-time embedded software written in C/C , Matlab autogenerated.Support supervisor, engineers, and other departments to execute job assignments.Responsible for the design and implementation of software to meet various requirements which include: functionality, memory utilization, performance and maintainability.Read and create software designs in UML.Provide technical assistance for prototype, pilot and production software.Follow good software practices including the use of version control, change control and issue tracking software.Follow a CMMI level 3 process as part of developing software.Provide support to programs to include travel to off-site locations as necessary to accomplish assigned engineering tasks.Participate in project time estimation, technical proposals and decision analysis.Other duties as assigned.Regular attendance is required. Education: Accredited Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field with five (5) or more years of related experience.Accredited Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer or Electrical Engineering Preferred. Preferred: Familiarity with JavaScript, JSON, Python, and SQL database in addition to embedded C/C . Working Conditions:Physical Demands: Frequent: Standing, Walking/Running, Sitting, Reaching, Hearing, Talking, Visual, Typing; Occasional: Driving, Fine Dexterity, Manual Dexterity; Upper Extremity Repetitive Motion; Seldom: Lifting/Carrying 25lbs., Pushing/Pulling 25llbs.Non-Physical Demands: Frequent: Analysis/Reasoning, Communication/Interpretation, Math/Mental Computation, Reading, Sustained Mental Activity (i.e. auditing, problem solving, grant writing, composing reports), Writing.Environmental Demands: Frequent: Work Alone, Frequent Task Changes, Tedious/Exacting Work; Occasional: High Volume Public Contact.Work Schedule: Routine shift hours. Infrequent overtime, weekend, or shift rotation.Demands/Deadlines: High volume and variable work demands and deadlines impose strain on routine basis or considerable stress intermittently; OR regular direct contacts with distressed individuals within the immediate work environment; and/or exposure to demands and pressures from persons other than immediate supervisor.We offer attractive, competitive compensation and benefits including, medical, dental, 401k, short-term disability, AD&D, tuition reimbursement, and more. If you take pride in your work and are committed to personal and professional success, let's talk. Please visit to learn more.Zobility is RGBSI's workforce management and staffing division. RGBSI is a multi-national corporation headquartered in Troy, MI with branches throughout the USA, Canada, Germany, and India.