Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Job Role : Senior Embedded Software Engineer
Contract Inside IR35
Peterborough, UK

This position offers the opportunity to work on a number of fast-moving programmes, applying cutting-edge technology to improve the sustainability of engine and hybrid power systems deployed in industrial / off-highway applications.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Work with process partner teams (primarily Industrial Power Systems Division) to gather and develop requirements for the advanced diesel engines and hybrid power systems being developed for future, more sustainable, low carbon power systems.
Create control algorithms / software models using Matlab, Simulink and Stateflow to meet diesel engine and / or hybrid power system software requirements.
Conduct control system tuning / calibration activities on test bench and / or on test bed / machine to achieve desired system performance.
Conduct sub-system FMEAs, documenting potential failure modes, identifying and completing design and validation actions and managing subsequent updates.
Plan and execute verification and validation testing for electronics / control system software in SiL, HiL or on-test bed or development machines.
Troubleshoot and resolve electronics / control system issues encountered during engine or power system running.

KEY COMPETENCIES: 
Customer focus
Innovation
Initiating action
Good problem-solving, analysis and decision-making skills
High work standards
Good planning and organisational skills
Strong communication skills

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Essential:
Strong technical background (good technical degree preferred in mechanical, electronic, electrical, control systems or automotive engineering) though other qualifications / experience will be considered.
Significant, demonstrable experience of using Mathworks tools (Matlab, Simulink and Stateflow) for model-based software design and development to create embedded software. This should have been gained in a diesel engine or hybrid power systems development environment.
Ability to translate and develop customer requirements and objectives into production-ready software models.
Knowledge of software FMEA and validation plan creation.
Excellent communications skills
Strong customer focus
There is specific need for diesel engine control system experience. 
Candidates need to be able to code an algorithms. into embedded software and then test in hardware-in-the-loop. 

Desirable:
Good understanding of the off-highway industry, ideally gained through direct involvement in the development of powertrain, hydraulics or other control systems
Experience of control software processes and tools.
Experience of HiL test equipment and the ability to programme automated tests.
Knowledge of software version control systems, ideally GiT or Clearcase.
Knowledge of / prior experience of developing software to meet functional safety requirements.