Lead Controls Engineer

Insight Global is seeking a Lead Controls/Calibration Test Engineer for a leading power systems and engine manufacturing client. This individual will be deeply involved in hands-on validation, calibration, and troubleshooting of ECM/ECU systems across multiple engine platforms. The role focuses heavily on test cell and lab work, utilizing HIL/SIL simulations and supporting integration of thousands of control parameters. Candidates will collaborate with cross-functional and global teams, contribute to software design reviews, and help ensure system performance and compliance. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys being on the bench, solving complex engineering challenges, and working in a highly collaborative, fast-paced environment with cutting-edge engine technologies.

• Perform hands-on validation, calibration, and troubleshooting on ECM/ECU systems
• Work extensively in test cells, labs, SIL/HIL environments
• Run and participate in controls coordination meetings across teams
• Execute and validate 4,000+ parameters within ECM systems
• Collaborate with global test cell teams (17 total sites) to guide testing
• Support software design reviews (present data, contribute slides, insights)
• Work with engineering documentation and VPI checklists
• Coordinate with subsystem teams to ensure integration alignment
• Perform bench testing, harness validation, and system diagnostics
• Learn and support ~90 system features (with ~10% new development work)
Minimal travel; primarily lab-based with occasional collaboration needs

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• 7–13+ years of hands-on experience (not overly senior/architect level)
• Strong experience with HIL / SIL / simulation testing
• ECU/ECM experience (engine controls environment)
• Proficiency with MATLAB & Simulink (troubleshooting + modeling support)
• Experience with calibration & tuning (tools such as INCA, Calterm, CDM, etc.)
• Hardware & software bench testing experience
• Strong validation & troubleshooting skills
• Engineering degree (Mechanical, Electrical, or related)
Strong communication & collaboration abilities across teams

• Experience with ISO / functional safety standards (e.g., audits, compliance)
• Exposure to controls coordination or leading technical discussions
• Experience working with global teams/test cells
Knowledge of engine subsystems and emissions/catalyst development

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.