Danfoss

Senior Systems Engineer

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8 hours ago
Minneapolis, MN, USASenior

Responsibilities

  • Architect and develop autonomous control systems for off-highway vehicles using ROS2 and robotics frameworks.
  • Design and optimize C and C++ algorithms for sensor fusion, path planning, and vehicle navigation.
  • Integrate LiDAR, cameras, and GNSS/GPS sensor data into perception and navigation systems.
  • Travel to customer sites to deploy, fine-tune, validate, and integrate autonomous systems.
  • Develop embedded control solutions using Danfoss PLUS+1 GUIDE, CAN bus, and vehicle communication protocols.
  • Test, analyze, and improve control algorithms to ensure system reliability, performance, and safety.
  • Support compliance with functional safety standards including ISO 13849/25119.

Requirements

  • Proven experience architecting and implementing autonomous navigation and control systems using ROS2.
  • Strong proficiency in C and C++ and experience developing complex, performance-critical algorithms in Linux.
  • Understanding of vehicle dynamics, control systems, hydraulics, electronic microcontrollers, and CAN bus protocols.
  • Hands-on experience with perception and navigation sensors including LiDAR, cameras, and GNSS/GPS.
  • Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, communicate effectively, and collaborate with customers during onsite implementations.
  • Knowledge of agricultural, construction, or mining equipment and off-highway operating environments.
  • Understanding of and willingness to develop safety-critical autonomous systems according to functional safety standards.

Benefits

  • Promotion from within, mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.
  • Flexible work environment with autonomy and support for work-life balance.
  • Inclusive workplace focused on respect and belonging.
  • Benefits may include an annual bonus, paid vacation, and personal insurance, varying by country and contract.

Tech Stack

Categories

EmbeddedRobotics
Danfoss

About Danfoss

10,000+ employees

Danfoss designs and manufactures components and systems for refrigeration, HVAC, motor control, power conversion, hydraulics, and district energy used by OEMs, builders, and utilities. The family-owned company, founded in 1933 and headquartered in Nordborg, Denmark, sells compressors, valves, sensors, drives, and power solutions worldwide. Its products support electrification and energy efficiency across industrial machinery, automotive and marine equipment, and city heating and cooling infrastructure.

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