Electrical, Controls & Firmware Engineer

Our client, a leading innovator in the mobile machinery sector, is looking to strengthen their R&D team with a highly skilled Electrical, Controls & Firmware Engineer . The successful candidate will report to the Technical Director and independently manage the development of complex electromechanical and hydraulic control projects, from concept through to final validation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement control loops for electromechanical and hydraulic systems.
• Evaluate and select appropriate electrical components for off-road machinery.
• Develop embedded software and firmware to manage vehicle controllers.
• Collaborate closely with engineering teams to integrate complex systems seamlessly.

Technical Skills & Requirements:

• Proven experience (7+ years) in embedded software development and control system design for mobile machinery.
• Deep knowledge of CAN bus communication networks (J1939, CANopen, telematics, diagnostics, CCP/XCP) and analysis tools (CANalyzer, PCAN view).
• Strong understanding of diesel engines, driveline, and hydraulic system theory.
• Proficiency in embedded programming languages (C, C++, Codesys (ST/LD/FBD/SFC), Python).
• Experience with embedded microprocessor architectures (I/O configuration, RAM, Flash, EEPROM, bootloader).
• Knowledge of high-quality software development methodologies (MISRA guidelines, Doxygen documentation).
• Familiarity with Functional Safety (ISO/SAE 21434, IEC 61508) and Cybersecurity (HARA, HSM, encryption).
• Competence in modeling and simulating electrical systems, and controlling mechanical and hydraulic systems.
• Skilled in electronic debugging tools (multimeters, oscilloscopes).
• Knowledge of test-driven development and automated testing practices (unit testing).

Requirements & Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Electrical, Electronic, Mechatronics, Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience (experienced Technical Diploma holders will also be considered).
• At least 7 years’ experience developing control software for mobile machinery, ideally in agriculture, construction, earth-moving, lifting machinery, or industrial vehicle equipment.
• Proficient in English (spoken and written).

Personal Attributes:

• Results-oriented and deadline-driven.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proactive, autonomous, and capable of managing projects independently.