Embedded Software Engineer

Gold Group

  • Lichfield, Staffordshire
  • Contract
  • Full-time
  • 14 days ago
Sector: Client Delivery, Technology, Defence, Nuclear, Engineering, Space, Life Sciences Type: Contract
Contact: Jeremy Farley Job Published: about 16 hours agoJob Title: Embedded Software Engineer - PowerLocation: LichfieldTerm: 6 Month InitialIR35: INSIDEHourly Rate: £DOEKey Skills: Embedded Software, Engineering, C++, Python, Microcontrollers, DSPs, MATLAB, Simulink, DOORS, Requirements Management, Aerospace, Electronics, TestingThe Role:Are you an embedded controls specialist with a passion for tackling complex engineering challenges? We're looking for a highly skilled Embedded Software Engineer to join our dynamic project team on a contract basis. You'll be the go-to expert driving the design, implementation, and verification of cutting-edge embedded software applications across multiple high-profile programmes.What are we looking for in our next Embedded Software Engineer?
  • Take the lead as the embedded technical authority within a small but impactful engineering team, developing innovative electrical power systems (with a focus on converters and controllers).
  • Design and develop DSP and microprocessor-based control solutions for power conversion and protection equipment.
  • Work hand-in-hand with systems, hardware, and electronic engineers to refine requirements, define interfaces, and optimise implementation.
  • Build, test, and validate prototypes to ensure robust, compliant, and future-proof solutions.
  • Act as the bridge between stakeholders - collecting, challenging, and clarifying requirements to deliver clear, customer-focused results.
  • Support verification, validation, and qualification testing while ensuring compliance with industry standards.
  • Drive re-use and standardisation across projects, maximising efficiency and value.
Qualifications/Experience:
  • A BEng/MEng or MSc/PhD in Electrical, Electronic, Systems, or Software Engineering.
  • A proven background delivering embedded software/firmware in one or more regulated industries (automotive, aerospace, defence, nuclear, etc.).
  • Proficiency in embedded C/C++ and/or Python for microcontrollers.
  • Strong understanding of embedded systems operation and ideally DSPs.
  • Experience with MATLAB/Simulink code generation would be a plus.
  • A team player mindset, quick to adapt, and eager to solve problems in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
  • Systems testing and validation experience.
  • Familiarity with power systems and related applications.
  • Knowledge of requirements management tools (Jama, DOORS, Polarion).
  • Hands-on experience with Agile practices (sprints, scrums, Jira)
Why Join us?This is your chance to play a pivotal role in developing next-generation power and control systems. You'll work on technically challenging projects, collaborate with world-class engineers, and make a direct impact on industries that demand innovation, safety, and performance.***PLEASE NOTE***Active Security Clearance (SC) or eligibility to gain is required to be considered for this vacancyServices advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business.
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