Winterthur Gas & Diesel AG
Winterthur
10 hours ago
Control Engineer - Test engines Software (m/f/d)
- 17 March 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
- Winterthur
Job summary
Join WinGD, a leader in marine engine design, and drive innovation. Experience a dynamic work culture and make a sustainable impact in shipping.
Tasks
- Analyze requirements and develop technical specifications for engines.
- Design control strategies and monitoring algorithms for performance.
- Document test methods and validate control software effectively.
Skills
- MSc in Control Engineering or related field; expertise required.
- Proficient in MATLAB, Simulink, and Stateflow for software design.
- Strong experience in advanced control techniques for systems.
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About the job
Powering transformation for a sustainable future
At WinGD and across the shipping industry we face unprecedented change as we strive to bring greater sustainability into our global business. As marine engine designers our responsibility in this is significant. A career with WinGD has an impact on shaping a better world for tomorrow.
As a leading developer of the two-stroke engines that power merchant shipping, our people drive innovative solutions for our customers on a global scale. Headquartered in Winterthur, Switzerland, since its inception in 1893, WinGD continues the legacy of the Sulzer Corporation through innovation in design.
Our success in this ever evolving, competitive environment is based on the drive, innovation and collaboration of our diverse employee population, over 420 people worldwide, representing over 25 different nationalities. Come, be a part of this change.
WinGD is looking for a
Control Engineer - Test engines Software (m/f/d)
Location: Winterthur
Workload: 100%
Startdate: By agreement
Responsibilities:
- Perform requirement analysis and develop technical specifications
- Define and design control strategies as well as diagnostic and monitoring algorithms
- Implement, verify, troubleshoot, and maintain control software
- Develop, execute, and document test methods and validation procedures for control software
- Regular onsite support at test engines, in Winterthur
- Available to support onsite testing campagn in Asia, twice a year
- Ensure compliance with the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) across the full V-model
- Manage and coordinate subcontractors and suppliers
- Communicate effectively at both detailed technical levels and when presenting results to senior management
Requirements:
- MSc in Control Engineering (or equivalent), preferably with a focus on internal combustion engines or mechanical engineering
- Proven expertise in advanced control techniques
- Demonstrated experience in model-based design of MIMO systems; experience gained in internal combustion engine applications is particularly advantageous
- Experience in developing embedded real-time applications within distributed system architectures
- Strong background in software design and implementation using MATLAB, Simulink, and Stateflow
- Very fluent in English
- German language skills are considered an advantage
Our offer:
- An opportunity to shape the sustainability and environmental impact of the shipping industry. WinGD is on the leading edge of the technology which is shaping the future of the shipping industry
- A dynamic working environment, blending a long history of technology expertise with industry leading innovation across a global network
- Award winning and extraordinary products
- Multi-cultural and interdisciplinary teams offering diverse perspectives and collaborative thinking
- Dynamic and interactive working conditions. WinGD offers a non-hierarchical, agile structure where input and ideas are welcome