Systems Engineer job description

Job brief

We are looking for a detail-oriented Systems Engineer to join our engineering organization and take ownership of our next-generation infrastructure projects. In this role, you will lead the architectural design, performance testing, and lifecycle management of high-impact systems that drive our business performance. You will partner with our procurement, field engineering, and R&D teams to translate technical requirements into robust, sustainable solutions. If you are passionate about complex problem-solving and optimizing multi-layered engineering architectures, we invite you to help us build the future of our operations.

What is a Systems Engineer?

A Systems Engineer is a multidisciplinary technical expert who applies rigorous systems thinking to design, integrate, and manage complex engineering systems throughout their entire lifecycle. By leveraging methodologies like MBSE (Model-Based Systems Engineering) and frameworks like INCOSE, a Systems Engineer bridges the gap between high-level business requirements and granular technical execution. Their expertise ensures that hardware, software, and operational processes work in harmony to maintain system integrity, scalability, and performance in mission-critical environments.

What does a Systems Engineer do?

On a daily basis, a Systems Engineer performs requirements analysis, develops architectural models using tools like SysML or Enterprise Architect, and validates system performance against stringent safety and regulatory standards. They coordinate with cross-functional departments including hardware design, software development, and quality assurance to resolve integration bottlenecks and mitigate technical risks. Beyond design, they document system configurations, conduct rigorous root-cause analysis on failures, and oversee the transition from development to operational deployment.

Key responsibilities

• Architect and document end-to-end system designs using Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) principles to ensure technical alignment across all subsystems.
• Execute rigorous verification and validation (V&V) testing programs to ensure systems meet predefined safety, reliability, and performance specifications.
• Analyze complex system performance data using tools like MATLAB or Simulink to identify latency, bottlenecks, and opportunities for process optimization.
• Manage the full product lifecycle by coordinating with procurement, vendors, and regulatory bodies to ensure compliance with ISO/AS9100 or relevant safety standards.
• Develop detailed technical documentation including system requirements specifications (SRS), interface control documents (ICD), and risk assessment registers.
• Perform root-cause failure analysis (RCFA) on production systems, implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence and improve long-term system availability.
• Facilitate cross-departmental design reviews with electrical, mechanical, and software engineers to ensure seamless system integration and modularity.
• Oversee the configuration management process, ensuring all changes to hardware or software baselines are tracked, tested, and validated per corporate protocols.

Requirements and skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline with 3+ years of professional engineering experience.
• Demonstrated expertise in systems modeling tools such as Sparx Enterprise Architect, MagicDraw, or Cameo Systems Modeler.
• Hands-on experience with technical analysis and simulation software including MATLAB, Simulink, or ANSYS for performance modeling.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies like Agile/Scrum or Waterfall as applied to large-scale engineering system delivery.
• Professional certification such as INCOSE CSEP or ASEP is highly preferred to demonstrate a commitment to systems engineering standards.
• Proven ability to translate high-level stakeholder requirements into detailed technical specifications for non-technical business executives and project sponsors.
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance and quality assurance frameworks such as ISO 9001, Six Sigma, or industry-specific safety standards.
• Advanced proficiency in interpreting complex CAD models, piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&ID), and electrical schematics for system-level integration.

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