Mechatronic Systems Innovation Engineer

Innovation. Sustainability. Productivity. This is how we are Breaking New Ground in our mission to sustainably advance the noble work of farmers and builders everywhere. With a growing global population and increased demands on resources, our products are instrumental to feeding and sheltering the world.

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From developing products that run on alternative power to productivity-enhancing precision tech, we are delivering solutions that benefit people – and they are possible thanks to people like you. If the opportunity to build your skills as part of a collaborative, global team excites you, you’re in the right place.

Grow a Career. Build a Future

Be part of this company at the forefront of agriculture and construction, that passionately innovates to drive customer efficiency and success. And we know innovation can’t happen without collaboration. So, everything we do at CNH Industrial is about reaching new heights as one team, always delivering for the good of our customers.

Job Purpose

The Innovation Mechatronic Systems Engineer will work within the Innovation environment to define, develop, prototype, validate and transfer innovative mechatronic solutions for agricultural machinery. The role connects systems engineering, controls, electronics, hydraulics, software, sensors, simulation and vehicle integration to create robust technology concepts that address future platform and customer needs.
The successful candidate will collaborate with product platforms, electrical and software engineering, simulation, test lab, precision technology, autonomy, suppliers and field validation teams to mature technologies from early concept through prototype validation and readiness for product development. Collaborations with Universities and Research Centers are expected to support the early stages of development.

Key Responsibilities

Innovation & Technology Development

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• Lead and execute innovation projects focused on advanced mechatronic systems for agricultural equipment.
  
• Identify, assess and mature emerging technologies in automation, robotics, sensors, electrification, connectivity, artificial intelligence and machine intelligence.
  
• Translate customer needs and future farming workflows into system concepts, architectures and demonstrators.
  
• Contribute to technology roadmaps, feasibility studies and technology readiness level advancement.
  

Mechatronic Systems Engineering

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• Define system requirements, functional specifications, interface documents and validation plans.
  
• Develop integrated system architectures combining sensors, actuators, embedded electronics, software, hydraulics, electro-hydraulics and electrification technologies.
  
• Perform design reviews, technical trade-off analysis, cost/functionality assessments and risk evaluations.
  
• Support FMEA, safety analysis and functional safety activities where applicable.
  

Controls, Software & Simulation

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• Develop control concepts and algorithms for advanced machine functions and automated operations.
  
• Support model-based design, simulation and virtual validation of new mechatronic systems.
  
• Collaborate with software and controls teams to prototype embedded functions and evaluate performance.
  
• Analyze test data and use simulation results to refine system behavior and control strategies.
  

Prototype Validation & Field Testing

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• Support prototype definition, build, instrumentation and commissioning.
  
• Plan and execute laboratory, vehicle and field validation activities.
  
• Troubleshoot issues, identify root causes and define corrective actions.
  
• Capture operator and customer feedback and convert field insights into technical improvements.
  

Collaboration & Technology Transfer

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• Work effectively with multidisciplinary and international teams across engineering, product platforms, suppliers and research partners.
  
• Prepare clear technical documentation, specifications, test reports and management updates.
  
• Support transfer of validated technologies into product development programs.
  
• Mentor interns or junior engineers involved in innovation investigations when required.
  

Experience Required

Education

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• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechatronics, Mechanical, Electrical, Agricultural, Robotics, Control Systems Engineering or equivalent technical discipline.
  

Experience