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Taylor Power Systems · 3 months ago

Vehicle Controls Engineer (CODESYS)

Louisville, MS, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$90K/yr - $120K/yr

5+ years exp

Taylor Machine Works, Inc. is a family-owned company specializing in the design and manufacture of heavy offroad equipment. The Vehicle Controls Engineer will lead the development of CODESYS programming for vehicle control systems, ensuring seamless integration and compliance with safety standards while providing technical leadership and support to the engineering team.

IndustrialMachinery ManufacturingManufacturing

Responsibilities

Reports directly to the Chief Engineer and provides regular updates on controls development projects

Collaborates with the Engineering Support Department (hydraulics, testing, and electronics support teams) to ensure seamless integration of control systems into vehicles

Leads the development of CODESYS programming for all new vehicle control systems, including drivetrain, hydraulics, and operator interface functions

Converts existing Parker IQAN programs to CODESYS, ensuring functionality is maintained or improved during migration

Designs, develops, and validates control software architecture for forklifts and other heavy mobile equipment

Creates and maintains CAN bus communication strategies (e.g., J1939, ISOBUS) for integration across vehicle subsystems

Integrates sensors, HMIs, operator controls, and electronic modules into complete vehicle systems

Performs system testing, calibration, and troubleshooting in lab and field environments

Develops and maintains documentation, including requirements, architecture, coding standards, and test plans

Ensures compliance with functional safety standards (ISO 13849, ISO 25119, or related mobile standards)

Works with suppliers and vendors to specify and validate hardware components compatible with CODESYS-based controls

Provides technical leadership and training to engineers and technicians unfamiliar with CODESYS

Supports the Chief Engineer in R&D project planning, scheduling, and execution

Stays informed of emerging technologies in vehicle electrification, telematics, and automation for future product development

Qualification

CODESYS programmingIEC 61131-3 languagesCAN bus protocolsFunctional safety standardsHMI systems designHydraulic systems integrationMobile equipment R&DTrainingProject managementEffective communicationMentoringProblem-solving mindset

Required

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field (Master's preferred)

Minimum 5 years of experience in electronic vehicle control systems within the off-highway, heavy equipment, or industrial vehicle industry (e.g., forklifts, construction equipment, agricultural machinery, material handling equipment)

Demonstrated hands-on experience with CODESYS programming environment for mobile machinery or industrial automation

Proficiency in IEC 61131-3 programming languages (Structured Text, Ladder Diagram, Function Block Diagram)

Strong understanding of CAN bus communication protocols (J1939, CANopen, ISOBUS) and related diagnostic tools

Experience designing and implementing HMI systems, display interfaces, and operator controls

Familiarity with hydraulic and electro-hydraulic systems integration and tuning control loops

Ability to perform system-level troubleshooting of hardware/software integration on vehicles

Understanding of functional safety standards (ISO 13849, ISO 25119, or ISO 26262) as applied to mobile equipment

Background in mobile equipment R&D with emphasis on control system development

Knowledge of vehicle electrical architecture design, wiring schematics, and harnessing

Awareness of emerging technologies in electrification, telematics, and automation

Strong project management and documentation skills; ability to manage requirements, timelines, and deliverables

Effective communicator with cross-functional teams (design engineering, manufacturing, testing, suppliers)

Ability to train and mentor team members new to CODESYS-based development

Problem-solving mindset with the ability to bridge the gap between proprietary and open software environments

Willingness to travel occasionally for supplier coordination, testing, or field validation

Authorized to work in the U.S. (if applicable)

Preferred

Prior experience with proprietary vehicle control platforms (such as Parker IQAN) strongly preferred, with proven ability to migrate or transition to open-architecture systems