Application Guide
How to Apply for Controls Engineer III
at Oshkosh Corporation
🏢 About Oshkosh Corporation
Oshkosh Corporation stands out as an innovative industrial technology leader focused on enhancing safety and resilience in communities worldwide through specialized vehicles and equipment. Their mission-driven approach combines cutting-edge engineering with real-world impact, making them an attractive employer for engineers who want to see their work directly improve public safety and infrastructure.
About This Role
As a Controls Engineer III at Oshkosh, you'll lead the exploration and implementation of advanced vehicle control strategies for heavy-duty vehicles, bridging virtual simulation environments with real-world testing and production. This role is impactful because you'll be developing control systems that directly enhance vehicle safety and performance in critical applications like defense, fire & emergency, and commercial vehicles.
💡 A Day in the Life
A typical day involves developing control strategies in simulation environments using Mathworks tools, analyzing vehicle system requirements, collaborating with cross-functional teams on control system architecture, and reviewing test data from vehicle validation. You'll balance virtual development work with practical implementation planning for heavy-duty vehicle systems.
🚀 Application Tools
🎯 Who Oshkosh Corporation Is Looking For
- Has 5+ years of hands-on experience with vehicle control systems in automotive or heavy-duty vehicle environments
- Possesses deep practical knowledge of CAN bus architecture and implementation in vehicle systems
- Is proficient with Mathworks/Simulink, dSPACE, Vector tools, and Autosar standards
- Can demonstrate experience transferring control strategies from simulation to physical vehicle testing and production
📝 Tips for Applying to Oshkosh Corporation
Quantify your vehicle control system experience - specify the types of vehicles (heavy-duty, military, emergency) and control systems you've worked on
Highlight specific projects where you used Mathworks/Simulink, dSPACE, or Vector tools for vehicle control development
Demonstrate your CAN bus expertise by mentioning specific protocols, architectures, or troubleshooting experiences
Show how you've transferred control strategies from simulation to physical vehicles in previous roles
Connect your experience to Oshkosh's mission by mentioning safety-critical systems or resilience-focused applications
✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter
['Your experience with heavy-duty or specialized vehicle control systems (not just passenger cars)', 'Specific examples of developing and implementing vehicle control strategies from concept to production', 'How your CAN bus and architecture experience applies to complex vehicle systems', 'Your ability to work in virtual simulation environments and translate findings to physical vehicle testing']
Generate Cover Letter →🔍 Research Before Applying
To stand out, make sure you've researched:
- → Oshkosh's vehicle segments: Defense, Fire & Emergency, Commercial, and Access Equipment
- → Recent Oshkosh innovations like the JLTV (Joint Light Tactical Vehicle) or electric vehicle initiatives
- → The company's focus on safety and resilience in community infrastructure
- → Oshkosh's approach to vehicle electrification and advanced control systems
💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics
Based on this role, you may be asked about:
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Focusing only on passenger automotive experience without heavy-duty vehicle context
- Vague descriptions of CAN bus experience without specific protocols or implementation details
- Failing to demonstrate the simulation-to-physical vehicle transfer process in your experience
📅 Application Timeline
This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.
Typical hiring timeline:
Application Review
1-2 weeks
Initial Screening
Phone call or written assessment
Interviews
1-2 rounds, usually virtual
Offer
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