Control Systems Engineer

SC Solutions, Inc. (SC), an affiliate company of Structural Integrity Associates, Inc., is seeking to hire a Control Systems Engineer for our Portland, OR office.

As a member of our Control Engineering team, you will be part of an experienced multidisciplinary group providing feedback control solutions to our customers in real-time, model-based control systems. You will contribute to analysis, simulation, design, and implementation of such high-performance control systems.

Our primary application is in process equipment control in semiconductor and advanced materials fabrication, but we also serve other industries such as aerospace, energy, and transportation. We also perform cutting-edge federally funded research (e.g., in quantum control) where we have a strong record of collaboration with the academic research community and National Labs.

SC provides a stimulating environment for professional growth through its involvement in a wide range of control and modeling applications. Aided by your enthusiasm and willingness to continually explore and learn new areas, your work at SC will help develop your analytical skills and independent engineering judgment, as well as being a team player as you navigate challenging control problems. You will have the opportunity to develop new lines of business by writing proposals and by developing industry contacts. We maintain a collegial and flexible work environment which has led to our excellent employee retention record.


Primary Responsibilities:
Conduct multi-input multi-output (MIMO) control design, simulations, data analysis and algorithm development, and controller implementation for a wide range of systems.  Responsibilities include:

• Performing data analysis and signal processing to condition data.
• Developing models in MATLAB/Simulink and running simulations with them to match customer data.
• Performing MIMO model-based control design using MATLAB/Simulink and tools developed in-house.
• Performing software development tasks such as algorithm development, coding and debugging, implementation on hardware platforms, and simple graphical user interface (GUI) design.
• Performing engineering analyses, writing reports, and preparing presentations for clients.
• Assisting in project delivery, technical task management, project management, and proposal writing.

Requirements:

• Master’s degree (PhD preferred) in Aeronautics and Astronautics, Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering, or related engineering field.
• 0-2 years' experience with advanced multivariable (MIMO) control design techniques through internship, research or graduate projects.
• Proficiency in the use of scripting tools for engineering computations, such as MATLAB/Simulink, and software development in C, C++, C# or Python.
• Good technical writing and verbal communication skills.
• Strong planning and organizational skills are needed to complete assignments within budget and schedule to the satisfaction of clients.
• Willingness to travel occasionally to client sites.
• Experience with real-time and embedded systems is a plus.

Pay Range: 
The expected salary range for this role in Portland, OR is $85,500 - $106,900. Exact pay will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

About SC Solutions: SC Solutions Control Engineering provides custom process control and modeling solutions to semiconductor manufacturing, advanced materials manufacturing, energy, aerospace, and defense industries. SC Solutions is a high-technology company and provides excellent salary/benefits and the opportunity to develop your career with outstanding professionals. In Jan. 2024, SC Solutions was acquired by SI Solutions. This strategic relationship will allow us to grow our Model-based Control business and expand our services for many years to come. Please visit our website to learn more.

About our Portland Office: Located in ‘Silicon Forest’, the high-tech industrial area in Portland, Oregon, SC Solutions’ Portland office is in the Durham Office Center, centrally located near Bridgeport Village just off Interstate I-5.  Since establishing a presence in the Portland area in 2005, SC Solutions has organically expanded in the area. SC views Oregon as a strategic location for continued growth and success in the future.

Why Work at SC Solutions?
SC Solutions offers a competitive salary and performance-based bonus program. Our retirement benefits include a Traditional 401k, Roth 401k, and an employer match. To help employees maintain a work-life balance, SC Solutions also offers various paid time off including vacation, floating holidays, sick time, and parental leave.

Our employees also enjoy a comprehensive benefits program that includes the following:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life Insurance and AD&D
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Health Savings Account with employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Account for health care and dependent care
• ID theft protection and credit monitoring

SC Solutions is an equal opportunity employer.

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Candidate information may be verified during the hiring process. Inaccurate, deceptive, or mass-generated applications may be disqualified from consideration.