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1mo ago

Senior Control Systems Engineer

Vector Controls Inc Newton, MA

Newton, MA

1mo ago Closed

$150k - $170k/yr Full time Electrical Engineering Senior Control Systems

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Sep 9, 2026).

Job Description

Vector Controls Inc is seeking a Senior Control Systems Engineer to deliver control solutions for marine propulsion products. The role is hands-on, combining modeling, simulation, algorithm development, and validation through laboratory testing and sea trials. Work onsite in Newton, MA with a compensation range of $150,000 - $170,000 per year, supported by benefits including 401(k), health and dental insurance, paid time off, and a retirement plan.

Responsibilities

Design, analyze, and develop control systems for complex electro-mechanical applications.
Develop control strategies for propulsion, steering, and vessel control systems, including gearboxes, waterjets, throttles, trim tabs, bow thrusters, hydraulic systems, and other marine actuators.
Characterize and model dynamic system behavior using engineering analysis, simulation, and experimental testing to support controller design and validation.
Prototype and evaluate control algorithms using simulation and desktop software prior to production implementation.
Partner with embedded software engineers to transition control algorithms into production firmware.
Implement classical and modern control algorithms, including PID, feedforward, gain scheduling, state-space, observer-based methods, and other techniques suited to the application.
Support hardware integration, laboratory testing, system tuning, and sea trials.
Create test plans and validation procedures to verify controller performance, robustness, and fault tolerance across expected operating conditions.
Investigate field performance, resolve control-related issues, and improve system behavior and reliability over time.
Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, software, and systems engineers across the product development lifecycle.
Produce engineering documentation including design analyses, technical specifications, validation reports, and interface documentation.

Requirements

B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Robotics, Mechatronics, or a related engineering discipline.
Demonstrated experience designing and implementing control systems for real-world electro-mechanical applications.
Ability to develop mathematical and simulation-based models of dynamic systems and apply first-principles engineering to practical control problems.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
Comfort working with hardware during system integration, testing, and validation.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Technologies

MATLAB / Simulink
Python
C/C++
PID, feedforward, gain scheduling, state-space, observer-based
Kalman filtering
CAN, CANopen, J1939, NMEA 2000
Oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, data acquisition equipment

Preferred Qualifications

M.S. or Ph.D. with a focus on Controls, Dynamic Systems, Robotics, or a related field is highly desirable.

Preferred Technical Experience

Modern control methods (state-space, observers, Kalman filtering)
System identification and dynamic system modeling
Stability and frequency-domain analysis
Motion control, servo systems, and actuator control
Controller tuning, validation, and performance optimization
Experience implementing or supporting control algorithms in embedded systems is a plus
Sensors and instrumentation
Electric motors, servo systems, and hydraulic actuators
CAN, CANopen, J1939, NMEA 2000, or similar industrial communication networks
Oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and data acquisition equipment
Hardware integration and laboratory testing

Benefits

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan

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1mo ago

Staff Software Engineer - AI Trainer

DataAnnotation Newton, MA 🇺🇸 Remote

Newton, MA

1mo ago Closed

$50 - $100/hr Contract Ai Trainer Ai Training Artificial Intelligence

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Aug 16, 2026).

Job Description

DataAnnotation offers a fully remote role with flexible scheduling and hourly pay. As a Staff Software Engineer - AI Trainer, you will design and solve coding problems to train AI systems, craft clear code snippets with explanations, and assess AI-generated code. This position provides remote work across eligible regions, autonomy over project choices, and potential higher bonus rates on certain projects.

Responsibilities

Design and solve varied coding problems used to train AI models.
Produce clear, high quality code examples with detailed explanations.
Evaluate AI-generated code for accuracy, performance, and readability.
Provide actionable feedback that informs the next generation of AI systems.

Requirements

Fluency in English at native or bilingual level.
Proficiency in at least one of these languages or frameworks: JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, C, C#, C++, React, Go, Java, Kotlin, or Swift.
Excellent writing and grammar skills.
Bachelor's degree (completed or in progress).
Previous experience as a Software Developer, Coder, Software Engineer, or Programmer is preferred.

Technologies

JavaScript
TypeScript
Python
C
C#
C++
React
Go
Java
Kotlin
Swift

Benefits

Fully remote: work from anywhere in the US, Canada, UK, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand.
Flexible schedule: choose projects and working times, on your own computer from home.
Competitive pay: hourly rates up to 100 USD or more, with opportunities for higher bonus rates on select projects.
Impact: contribute to shaping the future of AI technologies.

Notes

Payment is made via PayPal.
We will never ask for any money from you.
PayPal will handle any currency conversions from USD.
This job is only available to residents of the US, Canada, UK, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand.
Those located outside of these countries will not see work or assessments available on our site at this time.

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Senior Control Systems Engineer

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