Control System Engineering Intern

Trimble Inc.

The Role

Overview

Develop and test control algorithms for autonomous agricultural vehicles using MATLAB/Simulink and C/C++.

Key Responsibilities

  • control testing
  • algorithm development
  • model development
  • real-time deployment

Tasks

-Perform on-machine control system testing at our test site. -Design, development, and productisation of state estimation and/or control algorithms -Development, characterisation, and validation of non-linear vehicle dynamics plant models and sensor models -Deploying and profiling algorithm performance on real-time hardware/operating systems

Requirements

  • matlab
  • simulink
  • c++
  • python
  • control theory
  • machine learning

What You Bring

-Strong understanding of statistics -Proficient with Matlab & Simulink and/or C/C++, Python -Proficiency in production-grade C/C++ software development -Experience with test, verification, validation, and productisation of algorithms -Practical estimation experience, specifically in the Agriculture industry, including on ground experience with Tractors, Combines, Harvesters, etc -Experience with Systems Identification, SimMechanics, Simscape, and Robotics Toolboxes -Autonomous/Semi-autonomous vehicle control -Currently pursing a Masters degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with an emphasis on Control Systems and Control Theory -Machine Learning concepts -Understanding of non-linear vehicle dynamics and control theory -Advanced degrees are highly desirable -Experience with requirements decomposition and management tools. -Data analysis and visualization -GNSS+IMU based navigation -Familiarity with sensor fusion techniques and filter design, such as Extended Kalman Filters and Unscented Kalman Filters for pose estimation -Utilising your experience with sensor fusion and filter design (e.g UKF, EKF) for odometry/pose estimation -Experience in control systems and state estimation for dynamic physical systems, such as ground vehicles -Familiar with C/C++ programming languages and compilation process -Working with Matlab/Simulink and model-based design (MBD) -HIL and SIL testing -Simulink auto-code generation

The Company

About Trimble Inc.

-Offers integrated solutions across construction, agriculture, and transportation. -Cutting-edge technology streamlines workflows and improves efficiency. -Provides both hardware and software solutions, focusing on automation, geospatial data, and real-time analytics. -Notable projects include smart city infrastructure, autonomous vehicles, and precision farming systems. -Played a key role in developing GPS technology and transforming resource management. -Solutions help achieve higher productivity, safety, and sustainability.

Sector Specialisms

Construction

Geospatial

Engineering and Construction

Field Solutions

Mobile Solutions

Advanced Devices

Transportation and Logistics

Field Service Management

Telecommunications

Utilities

Construction Logistics

Forestry

Aerial Survey

Civil Construction

Earthworks

Mining

Military and Defense

Automotive

Telecommunications

Mapping and Navigation

Surveying

Mobile Mapping

Enterprise

Water Resources

Infrastructure

Buildings