Systems Engineer

Job Title: Systems Engineer - Remote Control Validation - ONSITE IN CLAYTON, NC

Job Description

This position is for a Remote Control Validation Engineer supporting the Remote Control systems section. The role is part of an engineering team responsible for integrating and validating scalable features on embedded electronic control systems and vision systems for remote-controlled machine applications.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute system-level validation and verification for machines and integrated systems.
• Perform system integration and regression testing across hardware, software, controls, and networks.
• Configure machines for validation, including software flashing and test setup.
• Instrument systems and collect data using sensors, loggers, and diagnostic tools.
• Validate communication interfaces using Vector tools (such as CANoe) and Wireshark.
• Analyze logs and network data; troubleshoot multi-domain system issues.
• Develop and maintain test plans, procedures, and validation documentation.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve defects and validate fixes.
• Apply systems engineering practices to ensure requirements coverage and end-to-end system performance.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience in machine, vehicle, or system validation across multiple applications.
• Hands-on experience with machine setup, configuration, and instrumentation for validation or testing.
• Strong understanding of networking concepts (CAN, Ethernet, TCP/IP, diagnostics, communication protocols).
• Experience using Vector tools (CANoe and others) and Wireshark.
• Experience validating embedded or distributed control systems.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and root cause analysis skills.
• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with off-highway, automotive, autonomous, or industrial machines.
• Experience supporting machine maintenance or test equipment upkeep in a validation environment.
• Exposure to requirements and test management tools (e.g., DOORS, Azure DevOps).
• Experience with HIL, SIL, or automated test frameworks.
• Familiarity with diagnostics, logging, and data analysis tools.
• Experience supporting customer-reported or field-reported issues.

Work Environment

The individual hired for this position will work as part of an engineering team to integrate and validate robust, scalable features on embedded electronic control systems and vision systems for use in remote control machine applications. The team structure consists of 8-10 person System and Software development teams. The work environment includes both office and field (on-machine) settings. Onsite in Clayton, NC!!

This is a Contract position based out of Clayton, NC.

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Clayton,NC.

This position is anticipated to close on May 9, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.