Allison Transmission · 3 months ago
Engineer, Embedded Controls Software
Indianapolis, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expAllison Transmission is a leader in powertrain technology, dedicated to powering progress for over a century. The Engineer, Embedded Controls Software role involves designing, implementing, and testing embedded software controls for innovative powertrain applications, ensuring reliable propulsion solutions for customers.
AutomotiveIndustrial ManufacturingManufacturing
Responsibilities
Design, develop, test and document embedded control system software for Powertrain applications, focused primarily in vehicle communication protocol, messaging, and diagnostics
Perform functional and unit testing, system validation, automated testing, and requirement to test traceability
Work with/in cross-functional engineering teams of Systems, Algorithm, Calibration and Validation engineers to develop existing and new products
Perform functional and unit testing, system validation, automated testing, and requirement to test traceability
Implement embedded software to meet functional requirements
Analyze software behavior to find root cause for unexpected or unacceptable operation
Describe & present work results to peers and managers as needed
Archive work products to document process compliance and for future maintenance needs
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
BS in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Computer Science
2-5 years of software engineering experience developing C and C++ real-time embedded controls
Vehicle communication protocol development experience – CAN/J1939, PTCAN, GMLAN, UDS, OBD2, etc
Experience using Visual Studio or VS Code Integrated Development Environment (IDE)
Experience with GitHub for software version control & change management
Familiarity with CAN Gateway concepts and implementation strategies
Preferred
Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Computer Science, or related field
Experience with software quality processes & tools, such as CMMI, SPICE, Autosar
Familiarity with the comm component of the AutoSar specification
Simulink/StateFlow/MathWorks software or model development
Benefits
Choice of medical plans with prescription coverage
Employer HSA contribution
Dental & Vision Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Short & Long-Term Disability
Other voluntary benefits including: Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Identity Theft Protection and Pet Insurance
401K with generous Company match & contribution
Accrued Paid Time Off
12 Paid Holidays
8 hours paid volunteer time per year
Robust employee wellness program
Tuition assistance program & Dependent scholarship program
On-site blood drives
Voluntary employee groups open to all who wish to participate, including: Global Women’s Network, Emerging Professionals ERG, Multicultural ERG, Veterans ERG, Toastmasters Club, and more.
Company
Allison Transmission
Allison Transmission is a leading designer and manufacturer of vehicle propulsion solutions for commercial and defense vehicles, the largest global manufacturer of medium- and heavy-duty fully automatic transmissions, and a leader in electrified propulsion systems that Improve the Way the World Works.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2022 (5)
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2020 (4)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$500M2025-11-04Post Ipo Debt· $500M
2012-03-15IPO
2007-06-28Acquired
Leadership Team
David Graziosi
Chair, President and Chief Executive Officer
Fred Bohley
President and BU Leader, Allison Transmission and Allison Chief Operating Officer
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