Danfoss

Job Description

Do you want to shape the future of intelligent machine control

At Danfoss Power Solutions, we’re looking for a System & Control Engineer to develop, integrate, and validate cutting-edge electric & electrohydraulic steering systems for off-highway machinery. This is your opportunity to translate real-world customer needs into advanced, high-performing solutions — all while working in a global, cross-functional team committed to innovation and sustainability.

Job Responsibilities

As our new System & Control Engineer, you’ll take part in the full development cycle — from initial concept to final validation — of advanced electrohydraulic steering systems. You’ll collaborate closely with internal teams, customers, and external partners to develop intelligent steering functions that meet demanding functional safety requirements

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Translating customer requirements into technical concepts, system architectures, and functional safety specifications
• Developing model-based control systems using MATLAB/Simulink
• Performing integration and validation testing in internal and external labs
• Supporting customers with troubleshooting and application design to optimize system performance
• Leading proof-of-concept development for new electric & electrohydraulic steering technologies
• Collaborating with universities and external partners on modeling and simulation to enhance product capabilities
• Contributing to quality claim analysis and continuous improvement initiative

What Success Looks Like

• Electric & Electrohydraulic steering products and systems that meet or exceed customer expectations
• High-performing steering functions with best-in-class functional safety
• Strong collaboration and fast response times with customers and internal teams
• Simulation models that enable faster development and system optimization

Background & Skills

To thrive in this role, you’ll bring curiosity, collaboration, and a structured engineering mindset. Ideally, you have:

• A B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Electronics, Software, or Mechatronics Engineering
• Experience in product development (new graduates are also encouraged to apply)
• Knowledge of control engineering — both theoretical and practical
• Experience with MATLAB/Simulink and model-based system design
• Familiarity with functional safety standards such as ISO 26262 or IEC 61508 (a plus)
• Understanding of hydraulic systems and off-highway applications (a plus)
• Strong communication skills in English, both written and verbal

For job-specific enquiries, please contact Rasmus Grosser, Sr. Manager Engineering: RGrosser@danfoss.com

For general questions about working at Danfoss or the recruitment process, please contact Recruiter Bjørn Jepsen: bjorn.jepsen@danfoss.com

Please apply as soon as possible. We review applications on an ongoing basis and will close the position once the right candidate is found.

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Employee Benefits

We are excited to offer you the following benefits with your employment:

• Bonus system
• Paid vacation
• Flexible working hours
• Possibility to work remotely
• Pension plan
• Personal insurance
• Communication package
• Opportunity to join Employee Resource Groups
• State of the art virtual work environment
• Employee Referral Program

This list does not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.

Danfoss – Engineering Tomorrow

At Danfoss, we are engineering solutions that allow the world to use resources in smarter ways - driving the sustainable transformation of tomorrow. No transformation has ever been started without a group of passionate, dedicated and empowered people. We believe that innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives, reflecting the world in which we do business. To make sure the mix of people works, we strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are. It is a strong priority within Danfoss to improve the health, working environment and safety of our employees.

Following our founder’s mindset “action speaks louder than words”, we set ourselves ambitious targets to protect the environment by embarking on a plan to become CO2 neutral latest by 2030.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.