Principal Model Based Design Engineer

Principal Model Based Design Engineer –  Hybrid This is a hybrid position that requires onsite work three per week at our Towson, MD campus Towson, MD, United States     Come build something that matters.    It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a relentless pursuit of excellence. People who care about making things better For Those Who Make The World™. Sound like you? Join our top-notch team of approximately 43,500 diverse and high-performing professionals globally who are making their mark on some of the world’s most beloved brands, including DEWALT®, BLACK+DECKER®, CRAFTSMAN®, STANLEY®, CUB CADET®, and HUSTLER®.  The Job:     The Principal Model Based Controls Engineer leads the design, development, simulation, and implementation of advanced control systems using model-based engineering tools such as MATLAB/Simulink. This central role collaborates and provides technical leadership and governance support across all strategic business units across Stanley Back & Decker. As a Principal Model Based Design Engineer, you’ll be part of our Tools and Outdoor Team working as a hybrid employee.  You’ll get to:      Lead the strategy and governance model for design, modeling, and simulation of control systems using model-based engineering tools (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink). Lead new initiatives around advanced workflows including advanced control algorithms for complex systems (e.g., automotive, HVAC, robotics, or industrial automation). Oversee Model-in-the-Loop (MIL), Software-in-the-Loop (SIL), and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) testing methods to verify and validate control strategies. Guide architecture design and embedded software development for control systems. Ensure seamless integration of control solutions with broader system modeling and simulation. Plan and conduct non-advocate design reviews to validate solutions and enforce quality standards. Mentor and train engineers, promoting best practices in model-based design and controls engineering. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and research institutions to drive technology advancements. Document control strategies, simulation results, and validation processes. Support certification and regulatory compliance for global deployment. The Person:     You love to learn and grow and be acknowledged for your valuable contributions. You’re not intimidated by innovation. Wouldn’t it be great if you could do your job and do a world of good? In fact, you embrace it. You also have:    Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Control Systems, or a related field (PhD preferred). 10+ years of experience in control systems development, with significant expertise in model-based design. Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink and model-based development methodologies. Proven experience with various control methods (i.e. PID, MIMO, Non-Linear, MPC). Experience with MIL, SIL, and HIL testing environments. Experience with field-oriented control methods for brushless motor control highly preferred. Strong background in embedded software development and system integration a plus. Demonstrated leadership, mentoring, and communication skills. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management abilities. The Details: You’ll receive a competitive salary and a great benefits plan, including:  Medical, dental, life, vision, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement in addition to programs & benefits in support of your well-being.  Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.  And More: We want our company to be a place you’ll want to be – and stay. Being part of our team means you’ll get to:   Grow: Be part of our global company with 20+ brands to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.   Learn: Have access to a wealth of learning resources, including our digital learning