Main characteristics
- Location
- Northampton, Northamptonshire
- Company
- Arden White Limited
- Employment type
- Contract
- Category
- Engineering
Job summary
Software Controls EngineerThe Software Controls Engineer role in Calibration and Controls is responsible for Identifying, Specifying, Developing, Testing, Calibrating and Reviewing ideas that will lead to either performance or reliability improvement on the Power Unit.
A performance improvement could:-
* Be any feature that results in a track performance gain such as fuel consumption, heat rejection, drivability
* Involve working in close cooperation with Product Engineering (Electronics) to develop a system
* Be any feature that allows operational "ease of use".
* As a Software Controls Engineer in Performance and Controls, responsibility for developing and maintaining our SiL, HiL and Test systems is also required in order to ensure robust and reliable operation of the PU systems on rigs, dynos or at the track.
THEREFORE WE NEED YOU TO...
Be skilled at...
* Delivering solutions of the highest standard on fast paced and technically challenging projects.
Have experience of...
* Minimum of 3 year in a software development environment, preferably Automotive.
* Specifying, Developing and overseeing control system tests including validation tests on various platforms (HiL, Rig, Dyno etc.)
* Documenting and develop specifications and procedures.
* Hardware Schematic Review of Electro/Mechanical systems
Demonstrate knowledge of...
* Knowledge of the full software lifecycle including requirements, design, code and test.
* Managing applications for high performance power unit electronic systems (ECUs, calibration tools, version control etc.)
* Understanding of Internal combustion engine and Hybrid powertrain operation and control.
* Knowledge of automotive communication protocols (e.g. CAN, Flexray, Ethernet)
* Use of calibration, diagnostic and measurement tools such as System Monitor, CANalyzer, ATLAS.
Hold these qualifications...
Essential
* BEng/BSc qualified (2:1 minimum) in Degree level or higher in software or engineering related discipline.
* Software design and development experience using one or more of the following tools/languages.
* MATLAB/Simulink
* C/C++
* Visual Studio
* Assembler
* ARM or PowerPC Microcontroller
Desirable
3+ years post graduate experience in challenging, and relevant engineering environment
Chartered Engineer Professional Registration
Be...
* Be highly self-motivated, proactive and have good organisation skills
* Be creative, innovative and inquisitive
* Have close attention to detail, and be driven to deliver engineering of the highest quality
* Have an ability to work to strict deadlines
* Have excellent problem solving skills
* Have good verbal and written communication skills
* Be a team player, promoting a diverse culture of collaboration
* Demonstrate pragmatism, accountability and credibility
* Be flexible in the approach toward working hours
Success in this role will be if you... (Deliverables)
Develop Software Control Systems for power unit functions.
Managing calibrations for Power unit electronic systems.
Specifying, Developing and overseeing control system tests.
Support and champion software development best practice.
Provide rapid root cause failure analysis solutions to the business
Applications:
Please apply with updated CV and details of current rate/salary and notice period. If you are shortlisted, you will be contacted prior to submission.
Please note, these positions CANNOT support sponsorship
If this role is not for you, but you know some who may be interested, please forward this email on to them. We offer a referral scheme.
Arden White is an equal opportunities employer. If you have any specific requirements or require assistance or reasonable adjustments to be made for you during the selection process due to disability or long-term health condition, we will do our best to assist you
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