Embedded Software Engineer 2

Role: Embedded Software Engineer 2 Location: Mossville, IL Let s create our future together at The AES Group! About The AES Group The AES Group is a premier technology and engineering consulting company that has been bringing businesses and talent together for over 20 years to deliver innovative solutions that have the greatest positive impact on society. AES has helped over 40 business enterprises, including Fortune 500 companies, engage their customers, empower their employees, and transform their business operations with the power of cloud, data, AI, engineering, and other emerging technologies.

Position Summary We are seeking an Embedded Software Engineer 2 to support the development and maintenance of software for autonomy and remote-control systems used on large track-type tractors (LTTT).

This role will focus on software maintenance and Command for Dozing (CfD) development workstreams, contributing to the continued development and expansion of autonomous and remote-control capabilities across construction equipment.

The engineer will develop application-level software in C++ , troubleshoot software issues, perform testing, and collaborate with software developers and systems engineers to deliver reliable software releases.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and troubleshoot C++ application-level software for remote-control and autonomous dozing systems.
• Support software maintenance and Command for Dozing (CfD) development.
• Implement embedded software functionality based on system requirements and project specifications.
• Perform unit testing and Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) testing to validate software functionality.
• Analyze and resolve software defects and system integration issues.
• Use network analysis tools to troubleshoot communication issues between embedded systems.
• Collaborate with software developers, systems engineers, the Domain Architect, and the Technology Project Manager to deliver software releases.
• Support software validation and troubleshooting activities at U.S. proving grounds as needed.
• Contribute to the ongoing development of autonomy and automation capabilities for construction equipment.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
• At least 2 years of professional software development experience.
• Demonstrated, hands-on C++ programming experience in a professional role.
• Experience or knowledge of embedded software development and the software development lifecycle.
• Understanding of software testing, debugging, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation, schematics, and component datasheets.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Willingness to work fully on-site in Mossville, IL.

Required Technical Skills

• C++ Programming: Demonstrated experience developing software in a professional environment.
• Embedded Software Development: Understanding of embedded systems and application-level software.
• Unit Testing and SIL Testing: Experience validating software functionality.
• Network Troubleshooting: Familiarity with Wireshark or similar Ethernet analysis tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with robotics, autonomy, or automation systems.
• Familiarity with construction equipment or heavy machinery.
• Experience using CAN bus analysis tools such as CANalyzer or CANape.
• Exposure to remote-control systems, machine control, or autonomous equipment.
• Experience with software integration, system-level testing, and debugging.