We are looking for a talented Embedded Software Systems Engineer to join our team specializing in Engineering for our Cummins Inc. facility in Shoreview, MN.
In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:
Develop and deliver high-quality software that is embedded within Cummins products, enabling performance across a wide range of customer applications.
Translate stakeholder needs into clear software requirements and technical specifications that drive product functionality and value.
Design, implement, test, and release software solutions that directly control and enhance product operation.
Investigate and resolve complex software issues by identifying root causes and implementing effective, timely solutions.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver verified software features, components, and builds aligned with product expectations.
Influence software architecture, design, and testing decisions to improve overall product quality, performance, and reliability.
Lead or contribute to projects with varying levels of complexity, driving execution while managing ambiguity and delivering results.
Support continuous improvement by advancing software development processes, tools, and best practices across teams and business units.
This role emphasizes strong systems thinking, including the ability to connect requirements, architecture, implementation, and validation into cohesive system-level behavior.
To be successful in this role, you will need the following:
Expertise in software design, verification, and validation, with a focus on delivering reliable, high-quality product software.
Strong systems thinking and requirements engineering skills to translate complex stakeholder needs into actionable solutions.
Ability to analyze and mitigate product failure modes using modeling, simulation, and data-driven decision-making.
Excellent communication, decision-making, and relationship-building skills to drive results and navigate complex challenges effectively.
Education, Licenses, Certifications:
College, university, or equivalent Bachelor's degree in Engineering or appropriate STEM field is required.
Post-graduate (Master's) degree relevant to this discipline area may be required for select roles.
This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.
Experience:
Prior Senior or Lead Engineer equivalent work experience in a relevant discipline area is required with a demonstrated track record of technical problem solving and quality decision making. Knowledge of MS Office tools is preferred.
Preferred Core Responsibilities and Activities:
Facilitate technical design discussions and drive alignment across architecture, embedded software, controls, and validation teams
Lead system-level integration across hardware, software, and communication networks, ensuring seamless interoperability
Define and maintain system interfaces, data flows, and communication protocols across distributed control systems
Support the development and integration of control features for power generation, grid, and distributed energy applications
Align system designs with communication architectures, including Ethernet-based, distributed, and industrial communication networks and protocols (ex. OPC-UA, DDS, IEC61850)
Develop and maintain system architecture artifacts, including diagrams, interface definitions, and technical decision documentation
Support system-level debugging and integration analysis across embedded software, operating system behavior, communication networks, and hardware interactions
Contribute to validation strategies, including lab testing, hardware-in-the-loop (HIL), and networked system verification environments
Apply systems thinking to evaluate end-to-end behavior, design trade-offs, and overall system performance
Collaborate cross-functionally to influence technical decisions and ensure high-quality, scalable system design
Apply working experience with Embedded Linux systems, including system architecture, processes, networking, and runtime behavior, along with familiarity with RTOS-based platforms
Utilize preferred knowledge of communication networks, model-based design, and validation environments to enhance system capability and reliability
Experience with model-based design or simulation tools (e.g., Simulink or equivalent) and their application in system or control software development
Exposure to networked test environments, including hardware-in-the-loop (HIL), integration labs, or system-level validation setups
Experience participating in or facilitating architecture and design reviews across multi-team environments
Familiarity with requirements management and traceability tools and collaboration platforms (e.g., Jira, Confluence)
Please note that the salary range provided is a good faith estimate on the applicable range. The final salary offer will be determined after considering relevant factors, including a candidate’s qualifications and experience, where appropriate.
Job Engineering
Organization Cummins Inc.
Role Category On-site with Flexibility
Job Type Exempt - Experienced
Min Salary $111010
Max Salary $150190
ReqID 2431693
Relocation Package Yes
100% On-Site No
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As Cummins continues to grow, you'll be provided with continuous learning opportunities, supportive benefits and a culture that values your wellbeing, safety and work-life balance. Here, you'll have the power to determine your future with innovative technology, a focus on sustainability and with a company positioned for long-term growth.
Benefits overview
Benefits and perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Cummins and the country where you work.
Financial wellness
As a Cummins employee your retirement savings plan / pension plan / superannuation will power your path to retirement and improve your financial future.
Health & wellness
Your wellbeing is important to us. You and your family will be cared for through comprehensive health care benefits.
Diversity & inclusion
We celebrate diverse perspectives and you will be part of building a more diverse workforce to enhance our competitive position and enrich our culture.
Work-life flexibility
Your energy and commitment will be recognized through paid vacation and holidays, parental leave, adoption assistance, flexible work environments and more.
Continuing education
Whether starting or completing a degree, you will be supported by tuition reimbursement opportunities or full funding.
Paid incentive
You will receive annual merit and profit sharing based on individual and company performance.
Every employee, every community
You are empowered to volunteer at least four hours per year on company time, to give back to the communities where you work and live.
Development and growth
You will learn and grow through training and hands-on experience in an environment that values curiosity and developing talent for the future.