Senior Controls Engineer - Parallel

Parallel Systems is pioneering autonomous battery-electric rail vehicles designed to transform freight transportation by shifting portions of the $900 billion U.S. trucking industry onto rail. Our innovative technology offers cleaner, safer, and more efficient logistics solutions. Join our dynamic team and help shape a smarter, greener future for global freight.

Senior Controls Engineer

Parallel is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer with deep expertise in control systems development to join our engineering team. This role focuses on designing, developing, and implementing robust software that controls the electrical and mechanical systems on our rail vehicles. The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in control systems theory, experience with real-world hardware integration, and a proven track record of delivering high-quality, real-time control software.

Responsibilities:

Design and implement control algorithms for embedded systems and hardware platforms

Determine sensor and actuator requirements to meet system performance needs

Perform modeling, simulation, and analysis of dynamic systems using tools such as MATLAB/Simulink

Support system integration, bring-up, and debugging of software-hardware interactions, including live testing in the field

Ensure high reliability, safety, and performance in all control software implementations

Contribute to software architecture and long-term technical direction of the software stack

Provide technical leadership and mentorship within the team

Requirements:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Software Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field

5+ years of experience developing control software for embedded systems or hardware platforms

Strong understanding of control theory, including PID, state-space, observers, and system dynamics

Proficiency in C/C++, Python, or similar languages used in embedded systems development

Familiarity with development tools such as MATLAB, Simulink, and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing

Preferred Qualifications:

Hands-on experience with embedded platforms (e.g., ARM Cortex, DSPs, RTOS-based systems)

Exposure to the automotive, aerospace, or robotics industries

Experience developing with Rust, especially in embedded platforms

Experience with sensor fusion, motion control, braking systems, or electric powertrains

Prior ownership of a systems project from design through implementation, testing and deployment in the field

Please note the national salary range listed in the job posting reflects the new hire salary range across levels that would be applicable to the position. Final salary will be commensurate with the candidate’s final level. Also, this range represents base salary only and does not include equity or benefits, if applicable.

$150,000/year to $215,000/year + equity + benefits

$174,000—$220,000 USD

Parallel Systems is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any discriminatory factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. We work to build an inclusive environment in which all people can come to do their best work.

Parallel Systems is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Parallel Systems will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact your recruiter.

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