Platform Control Lead

About the role

We areseekingan experienced and hands-on Platform Control Lead to lead a team of software/control engineers. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in control theory AI as well as a passion for developing advanced control systems for autonomous vehicles. You willbe responsible forowning the platform control software that translates motion planner trajectories to drive-by-wire commands.

What youll do

Team Leadership:

• Lead mentor and manage a team of controls engineers.

• Foster a collaborative and outcome-focused team environment.

• Oversee project planning execution and delivery within tight timelines.

Control Systems Development:

• Architect and develop control software modules for vehicle actuation systems.

• Implement control algorithms for throttle brake and steering to accurately follow planned trajectories.

• Interface and integrate with body control systems including headlights and fifth-wheel lifts.

Product Mindset:

• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to align engineering efforts with customer value.

• Contribute to product strategy with a focus on maximizing customer satisfaction and usability.

Hands-On Contribution:

• Engage directly in coding testing and debugging.

• Lead by example by staying actively involved in technical challenges.

Innovation and AI Integration:

• Explore and implement AI and machine learning techniques for control model training.

• Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelors orMasters degree in Electrical Engineering Mechanical Engineering Computer Science Robotics Control Systems or a related field.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in control systems engineering.

• Proven leadership experience managing teams of 3 engineers.

• Strong background in control theory and control systems design.

• Proficiencyin programming languages such as C Python and MATLAB/Simulink.

• Experience with vehicle dynamics and actuation systems.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced startup environment is highly preferred.
• Experience with real-world controls experience in automotive aerospace or related field is preferred.
• Familiarity with AI and machine learning techniques for control systems is a plus.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

US Salary Range
$175000$250000

Location

On-Site in Clarksburg MD

Travel up to 25% may be required

The salary range for this role is an estimate and is based on a wide variety of compensation factors. The salary offered to candidates will vary based on a variety of factors including (but not limited to) relevant work experience education specialized training critical expertise training and more. Equity in Forterra is included in most of our full-time high-demand roles and is therefore considered part of Forterras overall compensation addition to base salary and equity Forterra offers competitive benefits for full-time employees including:

• Premium Healthcare Benefits: Three plan options including an HSA-eligible plan with Forterra covering 80% of the plan premium for you and your dependents.
• Basic Life/AD&D short and long-term disability insurance plans 100% covered by Forterra plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents.
• Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a winter break in December.
• Competitive paid time off (PTO) offering 20 days accrued per year.
• A minimum of 7 weeks fully paid parental leave for birth/adoption.
• A $9k annual tuition reimbursement or professional development stipend.
• Fully stocked beverage refrigerators with all the Celsius your little heart desires.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan including traditional Roth 401(k) and after-tax deferral with company match up to 4%.

Your recruiter will be able to share more information about our salary and benefits offering during the hiring process.

Forterra is an equal-opportunity employer providing and promoting equal employment opportunity in accordance with local state and federal laws. Forterrans are unique talented individuals who are united through a shared passion to deliver autonomous systems that enable national resilience and a robust supply chain. All qualified applications will receive equal consideration for employment.