Transmission Software Controls Engineer

Responsible for the development and ownership of multiple automatic transmission software features. This role manages requirements, coordinates validation activities, supports issue resolution, and ensures high-quality software delivery following established development and quality processes. Key Responsibilities

• Own and manage multiple automatic transmission software features/components
• Gather, manage, and track requirements and change requests
• Coordinate validation activities with HIL and calibration teams
• Act as the single point of contact (SPOC) for issue triage and resolution
• Develop and maintain software releases, including all required documentation (test reports, DVMs, calibration guides, etc.)
• Model feature functions using MATLAB/Simulink/Stateflow and auto-generate production-ready C code
• Develop and execute unit tests to verify software functionality against requirements
• Utilize JIRA for issue tracking, requirements management, and documentation
• Create interface specifications across cross-functional systems and teams
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize solutions for complexity, tuneability, and testability in alignment with Ford software guidelines

Do you have experience in Software engineering?, Do you have a Bachelor’s degree?, + 4+ years developing automatic transmission controls using C, MATLAB/Simulink, and Stateflow

• Technical Skills: *

• Automatic transmission systems (design or calibration experience preferred)
• Agile software development methodologies (1+ year)
• Software testing and validation (2+ years), including coverage metrics (MC/DC, decision, line coverage)
• MATLAB and MATLAB modeling (2+ years)
• Simulink (2+ years; modeling, design, and simulation)
• Software development lifecycle tools (e.g., ClearCase, GitHub)
• C programming (2+ years)

• Education: *

• Bachelor’s Degree, * Experience developing powertrain controls (engine or transmission) within Ford’s software environment
• Familiarity with automotive calibration tools (ATI Vision, Vector CANoe)
• Experience leveraging AI tools (e.g., Copilot) to support engineering tasks and productivity

Additional Information

• Hybrid schedule: 4 days onsite per week
• Strong cross-functional collaboration and communication skills required

3.73.7 out of 5 stars Livonia, MI Hybrid work $35.65 - $44.00 an hour - Contract, Pulled from the full job description

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance

• Paid holidays, As a Transmission Software Controls Engineer with Bartech Staffing, you will be working through an established and respected staffing organization with over 40 years of serving as a trusted partner to our client companies. We provide our talent with personal, responsive attention, and will assign an employee care representative to answer any questions or concerns that you might have. Depending upon the client, the assignment, and your performance, you can find potential opportunities for direct employment. At Impellam Group, we offer a competitive compensation package with benefits including:

• Medical, dental, and vision

• 401(k) plan with employee contribution opportunities

• Paid time off, including holidays

• 529 college savings program

Bartech Staffing is a leading engineering, technical and professional staffing firm, and our clients include some of the nation’s biggest companies. We are powered by Impellam Group, a connected group providing global workforce and specialist recruitment solutions. Our client has engaged us to assist them in hiring a contract Transmission Software Controls Engineer. If you are interested in an opportunity to get your foot in the door with leading company, we want to talk with you!