Engineer 2, Controls Vehicle - HIL 

LOCATION: Avon / Ohio (US-OH), United States | BRAND: Bendix | REQUISITION ID: 9058 | JOB GRADE: 15  

| ON-SITE/REMOTE: Hybrid 

Want to help shape tomorrow?  At Bendix we’ve been doing it for 90 years…setting the standard with advanced dynamic solutions that drive improved commercial vehicle performance and safety.  We’re part of the Knorr-Bremse Group, the global leader in braking technologies. As part of our team, you’ll collaborate with a world of talented and dedicated colleagues whose sense of purpose complements your own. You’ll find rewarding opportunities, diverse experiences, partnerships, and an unwavering commitment to ethics and integrity. Innovation is part of our DNA. Achievement drives our culture. Learn more today! www.bendix.com/careers

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Position Title:              Engineer 2, Controls Vehicle (HIL)

Reports To:                 Engineering Manager            

Date Last Revised:     November 29, 2025

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for supporting the application of Electronic Controls Systems on Commercial Vehicles.  This is accomplished by developing test plans that involve vehicle testing and Hardware in the Loop (HIL) simulation. Provide customer deliverable of detailed reports certifying vehicle safety, and regulatory compliance.

Essential Functions:

• Develop and execute technical plans (analysis, simulation, vehicle test) to validate system installation and parameter tuning.
• Support vehicle testing and customer demos for algorithm specific development and testing.
• Provide technical support in troubleshooting escalated field issues.
• Analyze and document results from simulation experiments.
• Apply vehicle knowledge to improve vehicle simulation tools including both non-real time and Hardware in the Loop (HIL) simulation
• Benchmark competitive systems
• Interface with Software Developers, Systems Engineers, and customers to create and revise control system requirements.

Knowledge:

• The in-depth knowledge of vehicle control algorithms and their application to commercial vehicles.
• Strong technical knowledge and project management knowledge and organizational skills.
• Must know how to build customer relationship skills.
• Applied knowledge of vehicle dynamics with preference in commercial vehicles
• In-depth knowledge of brake systems or other advanced pneumatic based control systems.
• Six Sigma or statistical tool usage for troubleshooting
• Knowledge of vehicle communications protocols such as J1939 or Power Line Communications (PLC).
• Familiar in the use of Matlab/Simulink, ASCET or similar control system development tools
• Familiar with Vector tools such as CANalyzer, CANape software as well as VN1630/40a or VX1135 hardware.
• Familiar with TruckSim/dSPACE ASM, vehicle model parametrization simulation.
• Familiar with dSPACE, ETAS or other Hardware in the Loop simulation interface hardware.

Experience:

• 2-5+ years of experience, preferably in the automotive or commercial vehicle industry

Skills:

• Ideal candidate is able to lead a team of people to achieve project milestones or implement customer requirements.  
• Able to handle multiple conflicting priorities and interface with sales, marketing, and engineering.
• Ability to work in a cross-functional team in a dynamic working environment including international team members.
• Familiar with product quality tools such as design and system FMEA & DVP&R
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills in a team environment.
• Ability to effectively communicate with others, within and with diverse cultures, both independently and within teams and with cross-functional teams in coordinating and prioritizing development

Education:

• Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Systems Engineering required.  
• Focus on Control systems preferred.

Travel & Job Requirements:

• Estimated 25% travel (test track, winter test, customer locations, internationally), including supporting multi-week testing off site.

Position Requirements: 

The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Please note: At this time,  we are not able to offer immigration sponsorship for new hires. All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future employment-based visa sponsorship.

What does Bendix have to offer you? 
- Work/life balance that includes Paid Vacation & Holiday Paid Time Off 
- 401k Plan with Company matching 
- Retirement Savings Plan
- Educational Assistance Program (Tuition Reimbursement)
- Wellness Program and incentives
- Hybrid Work policy
- On-Site Fitness Center
- On-Site Cafeteria with Healthy menu options
- Health and Welfare Insurance Benefits that start on your 1st day of employment:

Company-Paid Benefits:
- Basic Life Insurance
- Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
- Short Term Disability
- Business Travel Accident Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Voluntary Employee-Paid Benefits:
- Medical and Prescription insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Supplemental Life Insurance Plans
- Supplemental AD&D insurance for Employee and Family
- Long Term Disability
- Accident Plan
- Critical Illness Plan
- Hospital Indemnity Plan
- Legal
- Identity Theft and Fraud Protection 

Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

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