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Job Summary Industry: Automotive / Manufacturing / Aerospace & Defense Contract Duration: 12 months Estimated Start Date: September 7, 2026 Estimated End Date: September 6, 2027 Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Systems Engineer to support the development, integration, validation, and deployment of autonomous machine technologies. This role will work closely with product development, systems integration, software, hardware, and validation teams to deliver reliable autonomous solutions for heavy equipment applications. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience supporting autonomous systems from product development through customer deployment, with a strong understanding of hardware/software integration, system-level requirements, validation, and troubleshooting. Experience with construction or mining equipment, particularly Articulated Dump Trucks, Hydraulic Excavators, and Wheel Loaders, is highly preferred. location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania job type: Contract salary: $45.13 - 48.13 per hour work hours: 7am to 3pm education: Bachelors Responsibilities Support the design, development, integration, testing, and deployment of autonomous machine systems. Collaborate with software, hardware, systems integration, and validation teams throughout the product development lifecycle. Integrate and validate software and hardware solutions both in laboratory environments and on-machine . Translate complex customer and product requirements into clear, achievable system and technical requirements. Develop and document system requirements, functional specifications, design decisions, and success criteria. Perform system-level troubleshooting and identify software, hardware, communication, and integration issues. Support autonomous products through design, implementation, customer rollout, and ongoing production support. Evaluate system performance and recommend technical changes or improvements. Communicate technical concepts, system architecture, design tradeoffs, risks, and recommendations to engineering teams and stakeholders. Use data and technical evidence to support engineering recommendations and drive stakeholder alignment. Coordinate with project teams to define scope, technical limitations, timelines, and implementation requirements. Stay current on developments and emerging technologies within autonomous systems, construction, and mining industries. Qualifications Proven experience as a Systems Engineer supporting product development teams focused on autonomous machines or autonomous systems. Experience integrating software and hardware to deliver production-level autonomous solutions. Experience collaborating with systems integration and validation teams during engineering product development. Hands-on experience validating software and hardware solutions in both lab and on-machine environments. Experience with systems integration using CAN and Ethernet communications. Strong understanding of autonomous systems and centralized control system architectures. Experience supporting production products through design, implementation, customer rollout, and support. Ability to decompose complex customer requirements into actionable system and technical requirements. Strong troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and problem-solving capabilities. Knowledge of the full product/software development lifecycle, including requirements gathering, functional specifications, development, testing, validation, and delivery. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to document complex technical designs and requirements. Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across multidisciplinary engineering teams. Highly Preferred Experience Knowledge and hands-on experience with construction or mining equipment, including: Articulated Dump Trucks Hydraulic Excavators Wheel Loaders Experience with Cat Command autonomous systems or similar autonomous heavy-equipment platforms. Strong working knowledge of the Caterpillar Command ecosystem within mining or construction environments. Experience with autonomous off-highway vehicles, robotics, heavy equipment, mining technology, or related machine-control systems. Key Skills Autonomous Systems Systems Engineering Hardware/Software Integration Systems Integration & Validation CAN Bus Ethernet Heavy Equipment / Construction Equipment Mining Technology System Requirements & Requirements Decomposition Verification & Validation On-Machine Testing Troubleshooting & Root-Cause Analysis Product Development Technical Documentation Cross-Functional Engineering Collaboration Skills data-driven,Ethernet,computer science,software development lifecycle,systems analysis,systems engineer,integration of software,systems integration,Verbal and written communication skills,Communicating,decision making,interpersonal skills,Soft Skills,leadership,persuade,problem solving skills,Ability to work independently,Able to work independently,part of a team,credibility,active listening,Autonomous Systems,construction,Construction Equipment,Dump Trucks,Excavators,authoring,control system,customer service,design proposals,functional specification,Hydraulic,mathematical analysis,mentoring skills,Influencing,performance feedback,product development,Effective Communications,testing,Wheel Loaders Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status. At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days. Any consideration of a background check would be an individualized assessment based on the applicant or employee's specific record and the duties and requirements of the specific job.
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