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System Integration and Test Engineer - (phone number removed) - £28.54/hr (Umbrella Rate - Inside IR35) Step into a brilliant opportunity as a System Integration and Test Engineer, where your work directly shapes reliable vehicle systems and delivers confidence in every build. This System Integration and Test Engineer role sits within a fast-moving automotive engineering environment, giving you hands-on time on real rigs and vehicles, plus the chance to build robust manual and automated test coverage for interior experience features. What You Will Do: - Create high-quality manual and automated feature and system-level test cases for Interior Experience features, using clear feature and system documentation. - Apply strong test techniques to ensure test cases are thorough, maintainable, and meet agreed quality standards. - Execute feature-level tests on vehicles and system-level tests on Hardware-in-the-Loop and Vehicle-in-the-Loop rigs. - Produce professional test execution reports, keeping stakeholders informed with clear outcomes. - Support defect management and root cause analysis, helping teams move quickly from issue to resolution. - Work closely with system engineers and system leads to maintain traceability from requirements through to test cases. What You Will Bring: - Automotive system integration and integration testing experience, ideally within systems engineering programmes. - Familiarity with Systems Engineering V-Model approaches, especially requirements-based testing and design verification and validation. - Understanding of systems engineering tools, processes, and practices used to plan, execute, and evidence testing. - Experience building or working within simulation environments, such as dSPACE and Simulink. - Clear communication skills, with the ability to explain complex engineering topics to a variety of audiences. This System Integration and Test Engineer position plays a key role in ensuring engineering requirements can be validated effectively, supporting delivery of dependable systems and quality assurance across the Body and Exteriors team. With testing firmly in focus, the work helps the engineering organisation maintain momentum, improve outcomes, and strengthen confidence in every stage of development. Location: The System Integration and Test Engineer role is based in Gaydon. Interested?: If you are excited by System Integration and Test Engineer work that blends requirements-based rig testing, automation, and practical problem-solving, apply now and take the next step in your automotive engineering career. Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

System Test & Verification Engineer (Hardware-in-the-Loop) Location: Bristol On site 3 Days per Week Salary: £60,000 £75,000 + Bonus & Benefits (depending on experience) Note : All applicants must be able to work in the UK without the need for VISA Sponsorship now, or in the future Summary : On behalf of a client in Bristol, we are looking for a Hardware-in-the-Loop (HiL) Test Engineer to support the development and validation of safety-critical embedded systems where reliability, performance, and quality are paramount They will take ownership of test strategy and execution for both legacy and new product developments, designing test cases, generating scenarios, and performing automated and manual testing to ensure solutions meet defined requirements. Key Responsibilities : Developing, implementing, and maintaining Hardware-in-the-Loop Simulation (HiLS) environments to support the testing of hardware and firmware for safety-critical systems. Creating and executing robust test plans, procedures, and automated test cases to verify and validate product requirements. Integrating physical hardware with virtual models and simulation platforms to create realistic testing environments. Designing test scenarios that replicate real-world operating conditions and potential failure modes. Supporting product verification and validation activities throughout the development lifecycle. Analysing test results, investigating failures, and working closely with engineering teams to identify root causes and implement corrective actions. Producing clear technical reports and documentation to support design reviews, regulatory compliance, and product sign-off. Contributing to reliability engineering activities, including risk assessments, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), and continuous improvement initiatives. Ensuring full traceability between requirements, test coverage, and validation outcomes. Experience Required : Proven experience working with Hardware-in-the-Loop Simulation (HiLS) platforms such as Speedgoat, dSPACE, National Instruments (NI), or similar. Experience using MATLAB/Simulink and/or LabVIEW. Strong Python scripting and test automation experience. Good understanding of embedded systems, control systems, and system integration. Experience working within structured development and testing environments, ideally involving safety-critical or high-reliability products. Experience using Git or similar version control systems. Benefits Package Competitive pension scheme (up to 7% employer matched) Discretionary annual bonus (typically around 10%) 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays Private medical healthcare Hybrid working and flexitime Annual wellness checks Retail vouchers If you re interested in learning more about this opportunity, please apply with your latest CV.

A leading manufacturer of Semiconductor Tools is now looking for Product Support Manager to provide software support to both customers across the EMEAI and also Process and Service Engineers in the field. This role provides a vital link between Field based Engineers and the Software Engineering team, driving the swift resolution of complex challenges while fostering continuous improvement through effective training, knowledge sharing, and valuable customer feedback. You will provide advanced software expertise and rapid escalation support to Customer Service Engineers in the field, ensuring timely resolution of complex technical issues, maximising customer uptime and feeding systemic improvement back into Product and Engineering teams. Your contribution will reduce customer downtime, enhance customer trust, protect revenue, improve Customer Service Engineer capability and confidence and accelerate feedback loops from the field. Where required, you will visit customer sites and / or Field based teams, to ensure swift resolution of any issues, and build stronger relationships with customers. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Software Service Engineer / Manager to take the next step in their career and deliver results for customers and my client. In addition to a modern working environment, competitive salary and hybrid working, my client offers a flexible range of benefits. Experience: To succeed in this role, you should have previous experience working within semiconductor or advanced manufacturing, coupled with experience with complex systems, log analysis and diagnostics, and software-hardware integration. You should also have in depth knowledge of Windows Software and experience working on real-time control systems. You should also be familiar with some or all of the following: remote diagnostic tools and service environments, C#, .NET Core and WPF framework, C++, C, SQL (MySQL), and PLC programming; Azure DevOps for task tracking and GitHub for version control & CI/CD pipelines; network protocols, TCP/IP, UDP, Modbus, EtherCAT etc. Qualifications: Apprenticeship and/or Degree in Software, Computing or a related field. Additional Information: Candidates MUST be eligible to live and work in the UK without requiring sponsorship. Copies of Passport and Visa will be requested for verification. Salary: c 40-50k plus benefits Job Term : Permanent, Full Time, Hybrid Skills: Software, Customer Service, Applications, Customer Support, Training, Semiconductor, C#, C, .NET, SQL, PLC

Our client has an opportunity for a Senior Engineer- Hardware in the Loop to join them on a contract basis for 6 months with possible extension. Role : Senior Engineer- Hardware in the Loop Location : Stevenage, fully onsite Hourly Rate : 55 per hour via Umbrella, inside IR35 Clearance : SC required before starting What you'll be doing: As a HWIL engineer, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining new and existing RF equipment and working with multi-disciplinary teams to combine RF, electronics engineering and software development to produce new capabilities that enable HWIL to run new simulations - Produce new RF targets for missiles to track, simulated ECM. testing, root cause analysis, design, development, integration. You will be able to adapt to new engineering situations and be comfortable in abstracting detail in order to understand the simulation and missile's behaviour Requirements : Radio Frequency design or testing System performance analysis Interface debugging and system integration System design for real-time applications If you are interested in applying for this position and you meet the requirements, please apply! Line Up Aviation has carved its own place in the recruitment of Aviation and Aerospace personnel all over the world for more than 30 years. We work with some of the industry's best known companies who demand the highest standard of applicants. " on Twitter for all of our latest vacancies, news and pictures from our busy UK Head Office. Interact with us using the tag at anytime! Thank you for your follow!"

Simulation Systems Engineer Location: Hertfordshire Type: Full-time Permanent - Hybrid work available Important requirement: SC eligibility About the Role Matchtech are working closely with an innovative organisation within the defence and security sector, who are seeking a Simulation Systems Engineer to join a highly skilled Hardware-in-the-Loop (HWIL) team. This role offers the opportunity to work on advanced simulation technologies in a collaborative and supportive environment, contributing to cutting-edge engineering solutions. Key Responsibilities Maintain and optimise simulation environments, ensuring systems and control equipment remain operational and fit for purpose Support the upkeep of multi-axis hydraulic motion simulators and antenna positioning systems Carry out both planned preventative maintenance and reactive fault resolution Perform hands-on engineering tasks in a practical, workshop-based environment Interpret complex systems, applying engineering judgement to troubleshoot and improve performance Work flexibly across a range of technical challenges, developing broad, transferable skills Contribute ideas and improvements to enhance team performance and operational efficiency Skills & Experience Knowledge of hydraulic systems Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical engineering drawings Experience with CAD tools (CREO desirable) Practical workshop experience using hand and powered tools Strong coordination and manual dexterity for hands-on technical work Comfortable working at height when required Understanding of control systems theory Confident using IT systems, including Management Information Systems (MIS) Able to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team Qualifications Degree (2:1 or above preferred) in one of the following: Mechanical Engineering Mechatronics / Robotics Aeronautical Engineering Electronic Engineering (Equivalent experience will also be considered) What's on Offer Performance-related bonus (up to 2,500) Pension contributions up to 14% Paid overtime opportunities Flexible leave, including up to 15 additional days Flexible working arrangements Enhanced family leave (up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave) On-site facilities including subsidised meals and free parking Inclusive Recruitment Statement Our client is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. Applications are welcomed from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. Selection decisions are based on skills, qualifications, and experience relevant to the role. Apply If you are motivated by complex engineering challenges and want to develop your career within an innovative simulation environment, we encourage you to apply. Join a team where your expertise will help shape advanced defence technologies.

The Opportunity Are you an experienced Software Engineer with a passion for building high-performance, real-time systems? We are looking for a proactive and technically capable engineer to join a highly skilled development team responsible for designing, developing, integrating, and verifying advanced test and data capture systems. This is a hands-on role offering the opportunity to work on technically complex projects, developing software solutions that support the testing and validation of sophisticated, mission-critical technologies. You'll be part of a collaborative team of software and systems engineers tackling challenging engineering problems using modern development practices and cutting-edge technologies. This role offers excellent opportunities for professional growth across a broad range of products, platforms, and technologies. What You'll Be Doing As a Senior Software Engineer, you will play a key role in the development of real-time software solutions operating within Linux environments. Key responsibilities include: Designing and developing real-time test and data capture software using C++ on Linux. Integrating high-speed SFPDP cards into multi-channel data processing environments. Architecting, developing, and maintaining scalable multi-threaded applications. Implementing data sequencing, synchronisation, capture, and replay functionality. Collaborating with hardware teams to ensure accurate timing and seamless hardware/software integration. Leading and supporting integration, verification, and testing activities at both component and system level. Performing performance analysis, debugging, troubleshooting, and optimisation of real-time systems. Producing technical documentation including software architecture, interface definitions, and test procedures. What We're Looking For Essential Skills & Experience Strong commercial experience developing software in C++ within Linux environments . Knowledge and practical use of C# for tooling, interfaces, or supporting applications. Experience developing real-time data processing systems . Strong understanding of multi-threaded and concurrent programming concepts. Experience working with low-level I/O, DMA, PCIe cards, or driver-level interfaces . Experience developing sequencing frameworks, workflow engines, or state-machine-based execution systems. Proven track record integrating and debugging complex software and hardware systems. Strong understanding of software engineering best practices, memory management, and performance optimisation. Experience using version control systems such as Git and familiarity with CI/CD practices . Desirable Experience Experience working with SFPDP (Serial Front Panel Data Port) technology. Knowledge of FPGA-based data acquisition systems and synchronisation techniques. Experience with Hardware-in-the-Loop (HWIL) environments, automated test rigs, or system test frameworks. Exposure to Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS) or real-time Linux extensions. Experience using the LabVIEW suite of tools. Why Join Us? Work on technically challenging and innovative engineering projects. Join a collaborative team of experienced software and systems engineers. Gain exposure to a broad range of technologies including real-time systems, data acquisition, hardware integration, and advanced testing environments. Be part of a supportive and inclusive culture that values innovation, continuous learning, and technical excellence. Enjoy opportunities for professional development and career progression. If you're a self-motivated Software Engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges and developing high-performance software solutions, we'd love to hear from you.

Principal RF Engineer HWIL / RF Test & Simulation Stevenage £65£75 per hour Long-term contract Were supporting a leading UK defence organisation looking to bring in a Principal RF Engineer to join their specialist Hardware-in-the-Loop (HWIL) team. This is a hands-on, lab-based role working with advanced RF systems, real-time simulation environments, and live hardware integration supporting some click apply for full job details

Overview We are seeking a hands-on Quality Assurance Manager to lead the quality strategy across a portfolio of embedded software, firmware, and hardware products . This is a senior role for an experienced QA leader who can combine technical depth with people leadership , taking ownership of the full testing lifecycle across complex engineering products. You will be responsible for defining and driving the overall quality approach, from test frameworks and automation architecture through to Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) validation , reporting, release readiness, and continuous improvement. Working closely with R&D, product, and cross-functional engineering teams, you will help build a scalable and contribution-friendly test ecosystem that supports quality across the wider organisation. This role would suit someone with a strong background in embedded systems testing , automation , CI/CD , and system-level validation , who is comfortable leading a team while remaining close to the technical detail. Key Responsibilities Test Strategy & Framework Development Define and own the QA and test strategy across the full product lifecycle for software, firmware, and hardware-based products. Establish test frameworks, standards, and best practices to ensure consistent, scalable, and high-quality validation processes. Design modular and reusable test architecture, ensuring test assets are version-controlled, maintainable, and accessible to contributors outside the QA team. Create a contribution model including templates, governance, code review standards, and documentation to enable broader engineering participation in quality. Drive coverage across the test pyramid, including unit, integration, system, acceptance, and end-to-end testing. Automation & CI/CD Build and improve automated testing capability across embedded and system-level products. Integrate automated test execution into CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, or GitHub Actions. Implement quality gates, reporting, flaky test management, and automated feedback loops to support release confidence and development speed. Promote shift-left testing practices to improve defect prevention and increase early-stage quality ownership across engineering teams. Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) & Embedded Validation Plan, develop, and operate HIL test environments where the company's own hardware and embedded software are the components under test. Coordinate signal injection, fault injection, and real-time stimulus to validate behaviour under both nominal and edge-case operating conditions. Define HIL infrastructure requirements and work closely with hardware engineers on bench design, setup, calibration, and ongoing maintenance. Oversee system-level validation activities to ensure robust end-to-end product performance across hardware, firmware, and application layers. Reporting, Metrics & Release Readiness Produce clear and audience-appropriate test reporting covering execution progress, pass/fail rates, defect trends, coverage, and regression performance. Define and track quality KPIs such as test coverage, automation ratio, defect leakage, escape rate, MTTD/MTTR, and release readiness. Maintain requirements-to-test traceability to support verification, audit readiness, and confidence in delivered functionality. Provide release sign-off recommendations based on evidence, quality data, and clear risk assessment. Leadership & Team Development Lead, mentor, and develop a team of QA engineers across local and global teams. Set team objectives, conduct 1:1s, performance reviews, and support professional development and capability growth. Foster a quality-first engineering culture by supporting teams on testability, defect prevention, and continuous improvement. Run core QA ceremonies including sprint planning, defect triage, retrospectives, and alignment with wider delivery and release activities. Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with R&D, Product, and Customer Support teams to translate customer requirements, field issues, and product needs into robust test plans. Represent QA in architecture and design reviews to ensure quality and testability are considered from the earliest stages of development. Champion defect lifecycle management, including triage, prioritisation, root cause analysis, and post-mortem reviews. Collaborate with stakeholders across the organisation to improve quality visibility, governance, and release confidence. Required Skills & Experience Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, or a related technical discipline. Proven experience in QA, test engineering, or validation within embedded software and/or hardware product environments . Previous leadership experience managing and developing QA or test engineering teams. Strong hands-on experience with test automation , test framework design , and scalable validation strategies. Good understanding of the full test lifecycle, including unit testing, integration testing, system testing, BDD/acceptance testing, and end-to-end validation . Experience with Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) or equivalent embedded validation environments. Strong programming/scripting skills in at least one of Python, C, C++, or Java . Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines , version control systems such as Git, and automated quality reporting. Experience using defect tracking and test management tools such as Jira, Xray, Zephyr, or Polarion . Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with both technical teams and senior stakeholders. Demonstrated ability to improve QA maturity, drive process improvements, and build a collaborative quality culture. To find out more about Computer Futures please visit (url removed) Computer Futures, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales

MERITUS are recruiting for a Senior Engineer to join the HWIL (Hardware in the Loop) team at a sovereign defence manufacturer as they continue growing their RF, Systems Performance and Design services. SENIOR ENGINEER (HARDWARE IN THE LOOP) - INSIDE IR35 - 55 PER HOUR - 4 DAYS A WEEK ONSITE - STEVENAGE - 6 MONTHS (VERY LIKELY TO EXTEND) - RF / SYSTEMS DESIGN - SECTOR: DEFENCE The Hardware-in-the-Loop (HWIL) team conduct the most complete test of missiles other than a firing and are our client's Missile test track. We design complex, real-time simulations that surround real missile hardware to allow us to 'fire missiles indoors'. Responsibilities: As a HWIL engineer, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining new and existing RF equipment and working with multi-disciplinary teams to combine RF, electronics engineering and software development to produce new capabilities that enable HWIL to run new simulations - Produce new RF targets for missiles to track, simulated ECM. testing, root cause analysis, design, development, integration. You will be able to adapt to new engineering situations and be comfortable in abstracting detail in order to understand the simulation and missile's behaviour Skillset/experience required: Broad engineering experience with deeper experience in some of the following skill areas: Radio Frequency design or testing System performance analysis Interface debugging and system integration Software design requirements System design for real-time applications Familiarity with Linux operating system Familiarity with computer science (C++ an advantage) Integration of microcontrollers in RF hardware (e.g. Raspberry Pi)

Order Ref: (phone number removed) Position Title: Integration Engineer Duration: Contract Location: Gaydon Applicants MUST have proof of immediate, on-going and valid eligibility to work full time in the UK and travel within the EU. Inside IR35 £28.43 PER HOUR Duties: Responsible for the creation of manual and automated feature and system level test cases for Interior Experience features based on feature and system level documentation. Responsible for ensuring the appropriate test techniques are applied and test cases created are robust and meet quality standards. Responsible for executing feature level test cases on vehicles and system level test cases on Hardware in the Loop or Vehicle in the Loop rigs. Responsible for producing test execution reports. Responsible for supporting defect management and root cause analysis of issues. Work closely with the system engineers and system leads to ensure that all requirements can be tested and have clear traceability to test cases. Skills: Automotive System Integration & Integration Testing experience. Working experience in Systems Engineering "V-Model" specifically requirements-based testing and design verification and validation. Understanding of Systems Engineering tools processes and practices. Relevant experience of building simulation environment - within the automotive industry (dSPACE, Simulink). Ability to communicate with a wide range of audiences on sometimes complex issues, topics and engineering principles and practices.

Embedded Software Engineer MATLAB/Simulink and Electric Vehicles Warwick/Hybrid £55,000 £75,000 VIQU has partnered with a leading manufacturer of specialist commercial vehicles. The business is recruiting an Embedded Software Engineer to support a major vehicle development programme, replacing an existing platform with a new electric vehicle platform. You will develop and integrate production-intent embedded software, turning stakeholder requirements into vehicle functionality and control systems. This is a hands-on engineering role covering model-based development, software implementation, systems integration, verification and vehicle testing. You will work with MATLAB/Simulink, Embedded C/C++ and vehicle communication technologies, supporting the software through model, software, hardware-in-the-loop and vehicle-based testing. The position also offers involvement in vehicle commissioning, calibration, functional safety and embedded cybersecurity. Key Responsibilities Develop embedded control software for an electric vehicle application. Use MATLAB/Simulink and model-based development techniques to implement vehicle functionality. Translate stakeholder requirements into production-quality embedded software. Integrate software into a new vehicle platform and support production deployment. Use software verification tools to assess code coverage and software structure. Implement and execute tests that demonstrate compliance with defined requirements. Support model-in-the-loop, software-in-the-loop, hardware-in-the-loop and vehicle testing. Assist with vehicle commissioning, calibration and debugging. Contribute to functional safety and cybersecurity analysis, implementation and testing. Work with the wider engineering team to meet tight, project-driven deadlines. Core Technologies Embedded C/C++; MATLAB/Simulink; Model-Based Design; V-Model; CAN bus; embedded debugging and calibration tools; X-in-the-loop testing; vehicle diagnostics Key Requirements Around five or more years of commercial embedded software development experience. Experience developing production-quality embedded software and control systems. Strong MATLAB/Simulink or comparable model-based development experience. Good understanding of the V-Model software development lifecycle. Automotive, vehicle or closely related engineering experience. Experience with vehicle communication protocols such as CAN. Practical experience of commissioning, testing, calibration and debugging. Understanding of functional safety concepts. Engineering degree or equivalent qualification. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate complex technical subjects. Experience with electric or hybrid vehicles, ASPICE, ISO 26262, ISO 21434, automotive diagnostics, cybersecurity or software release processes would be advantageous. What s on Offer Salary of £55,000 £75,000. Hybrid working, typically three days onsite in Warwick. A 37-hour working week. Eight additional hours of annual leave per month for employees working onsite five days per week. The opportunity to influence a significant new vehicle platform through development, testing and production deployment. Exposure to electric vehicle control software, systems integration and multiple levels of software verification. Further benefits to be confirmed. Apply now to speak with VIQU IT in confidence, or contact Recruiter name at Recruiter email . Know someone great? Refer them and receive up to £1,000 if successful (terms apply). For more roles, IT Recruitment on LinkedIn.

Senior Embedded Software Engineer Location: Norwich, Norfolk Salary: Competitive + Benefits About the Opportunity KO2's client, an innovative engineering company developing advanced systems, is seeking an experienced Senior Embedded Software Engineer to join its growing team in Norwich. This is an excellent opportunity to play a leading role in the development of next-generation technologies, working on complex embedded software solutions. The successful candidate will take ownership of software architecture, development, integration, and validation activities while providing technical leadership within a multidisciplinary engineering environment. Working closely with systems, controls, hardware, and test engineers, you will help deliver robust, high-quality software solutions and contribute to the future direction of cutting-edge products. Key Responsibilities Define, develop, and maintain robust software architectures aligned with system and product requirements. Provide technical leadership and mentorship to software engineers, promoting engineering excellence and continuous improvement. Drive software development processes, tools, methodologies, and ASPICE-aligned practices. Manage the complete software development lifecycle, from requirements capture through implementation, verification, validation, and release. Plan and deliver software milestones, ensuring effective documentation, progress tracking, risk management, and change control. Develop high-quality embedded software using model-based design, auto-code generation, and manual coding techniques where appropriate. Support the development and optimisation of control algorithms to meet performance, safety, reliability, and quality objectives. Lead software integration activities across embedded hardware platforms and system architectures. Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to define interfaces, requirements, and integration strategies. Support prototype development, system integration, and validation activities including bench testing, Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL), and dynamometer testing. Perform root cause analysis and contribute to effective problem resolution and corrective actions. Define and oversee software verification and validation strategies, ensuring full traceability between requirements, implementation, and testing. Conduct software design and code reviews, ensuring compliance with quality and coding standards. Champion continuous improvement in development tools, automated testing, continuous integration, configuration management, and software processes. Support compliance with relevant safety, quality, and regulatory standards. Contribute to future product development and innovation within electric drive technologies. About You You will be an accomplished embedded software engineer with a strong background in real-time control systems and electrified powertrain technologies. You will enjoy solving complex technical challenges and have experience leading software development activities within multidisciplinary engineering environments. Essential Skills & Experience Strong experience developing embedded software for electric drive systems and real-time control applications. Expertise in motor control algorithms, inverter control, DC-DC converter control, diagnostics, and embedded application software. Proven experience defining software architectures and leading software development projects. Strong knowledge of the complete software lifecycle, including requirements management, design, implementation, verification, validation, release, and configuration management. Experience leading and mentoring engineering teams while delivering high-quality software solutions. Knowledge of software verification and validation techniques, including unit testing, integration testing, HIL testing, and system-level validation. Excellent collaboration skills with systems, hardware, controls, and test engineering teams. Familiarity with industry standards and best practices including: ISO 26262 MISRA C ASPICE Functional Safety principles What's on Offer? Opportunity to work on cutting-edge electric drive and electrification technology. A key technical role with significant influence over product development and software strategy. Collaborative engineering environment with strong opportunities for career progression. Competitive salary and benefits package. The chance to contribute to innovative products that are helping shape the future of electrified systems. To find out more or apply for this opportunity, please contact KO2 Recruitment.

Embedded Software Engineer - MATLAB/Simulink and Electric Vehicles Warwick/Hybrid | £55,000-£75,000 VIQU has partnered with a leading manufacturer of specialist commercial vehicles. The business is recruiting an Embedded Software Engineer to support a major vehicle development programme, replacing an existing platform with a new electric vehicle platform. You will develop and integrate production-intent Embedded software, turning stakeholder requirements into vehicle functionality and control systems. This is a hands-on engineering role covering model-based development, software implementation, systems integration, verification and vehicle testing. You will work with MATLAB/Simulink, Embedded C/C++ and vehicle communication technologies, supporting the software through model, software, hardware-in-the-loop and vehicle-based testing. The position also offers involvement in vehicle commissioning, calibration, functional safety and Embedded cybersecurity. Key Responsibilities Develop Embedded control software for an electric vehicle application. Use MATLAB/Simulink and model-based development techniques to implement vehicle functionality. Translate stakeholder requirements into production-quality Embedded software. Integrate software into a new vehicle platform and support production deployment. Use software verification tools to assess code coverage and software structure. Implement and execute tests that demonstrate compliance with defined requirements. Support model-in-the-loop, software-in-the-loop, hardware-in-the-loop and vehicle testing. Assist with vehicle commissioning, calibration and debugging. Contribute to functional safety and cybersecurity analysis, implementation and testing. Work with the wider engineering team to meet tight, project-driven deadlines. Core Technologies Embedded C/C++; MATLAB/Simulink; Model-Based Design; V-Model; CAN bus; Embedded debugging and calibration tools; X-in-the-loop testing; vehicle diagnostics Key Requirements Around five or more years of commercial Embedded software development experience. Experience developing production-quality Embedded software and control systems. Strong MATLAB/Simulink or comparable model-based development experience. Good understanding of the V-Model software development life cycle. Automotive, vehicle or closely related engineering experience. Experience with vehicle communication protocols such as CAN. Practical experience of commissioning, testing, calibration and debugging. Understanding of functional safety concepts. Engineering degree or equivalent qualification. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate complex technical subjects. Experience with electric or hybrid vehicles, ASPICE, ISO 26262, ISO 21434, automotive diagnostics, cybersecurity or software release processes would be advantageous. What's on Offer Salary of £55,000-£75,000. Hybrid working, typically three days onsite in Warwick. A 37-hour working week. Eight additional hours of annual leave per month for employees working onsite five days per week. The opportunity to influence a significant new vehicle platform through development, testing and production deployment. Exposure to electric vehicle control software, systems integration and multiple levels of software verification. Further benefits to be confirmed. Apply now to speak with VIQU IT in confidence. Know someone great? Refer them and receive up to £1,000 if successful (terms apply).

Engagement Type: Contract (Outside IR35) To support their expanding vehicle programs and next-generation product roadmap, our client is seeking a skilled Software Tools & Architecture Engineer on a contract basis. In this pivotal role, you will define, standardise, and enhance the client's end-to-end software development ecosystem. You will bridge the gap between embedded software platforms, model-based control environments, automated toolchains, and hardware verification platforms. You will be responsible for defining robust, scalable software architectures and introducing modern process automation, CI/CD pipelines, and toolchains aligned with ASPICE principles , Key Responsibilities Architectural Definition & Governance: Define, document, and maintain the end-to-end software architecture across embedded platforms, OS layers (RTOS/AUTOSAR), middleware, applications, and verification environments for electric drive systems. Ecosystem & Toolchain Automation: Design, configure, and maintain a unified automated development environment-including build systems, code generation, CI/CD pipelines, automated test execution, and HIL/SIL/MIL integration. Toolchain Integration: Specify and integrate core engineering tools across the lifecycle, seamlessly connecting MATLAB/Simulink, autocode generation (TargetLink/Embedded Coder), compilers, static analysis tools, calibration (XCP/INCA), diagnostics, and ALM/PLM systems. Process & ASPICE Alignment: Support the definition and rollout of software engineering processes, methods, and quality gates aligned with ASPICE levels and functional safety expectations. Shift-Left Quality & Verification: Implement automated defect detection, model-in-the-loop (MIL), software-in-the-loop (SIL), processor-in-the-loop (PIL), and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) automated testing frameworks to catch defects early. Metrics & Analytics: Establish quality metrics, dashboards, and feedback loops to monitor build stability, code coverage, defect trends, process compliance, and delivery cycle times. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Act as the technical nexus between embedded software, controls, systems engineering, motor design, electronics, and validation teams to ensure tool compatibility and architectural consistency. Release Engineering: Ensure release readiness through end-to-end requirements traceability, version control discipline, automated release generation, and verification evidence gathering. Technical Skills & Qualifications Essential Experience Automotive Software Architecture: Proven track record defining scalable, maintainable, real-time embedded software architectures for automotive or electric powertrain/drive applications. Model-Based Development (MBD): Deep hands-on experience with MATLAB/Simulink, Stateflow, and automated code generation workflows. CI/CD & DevOps for Embedded Systems: Demonstrable experience building and maintaining automated software delivery pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions) tailored for embedded C/C++ and MBD environments. Automotive Standards: Strong practical understanding of ASPICE process capability models and ISO 26262 functional safety requirements. Verification & Testing (X-in-the-Loop): Experience integrating MIL, SIL, PIL, and HIL (e.g., dSPACE, National Instruments, Vector) environments into continuous integration frameworks. Toolchain Mastery: Proficient with static/dynamic analysis tools (e.g., QAC, Coverity, Polyspace), version control (Git), issue tracking (Jira), and requirements tools (Doors/Jama). Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. The Role: This role is part of our Sensor Systems Radar Business in Fareham. At Saab, we are constantly looking ahead and pushing boundaries on what s considered technically possible. Saab is expanding in the UK and we are now seeking talented and highly motivated engineers to support our radar and sensors growth activities at our Fareham offices. We are recruiting for a Senior Systems Engineer specialising in Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) and Distributed Sensing. The successful candidate is expected to fulfil the requirements of a Saab Specialist, and act as a technical leader to: drive development, lead innovation and anticipate future trends, identify opportunities, mitigate risks, and advocate change to maintain competitiveness. Also lead competence development, and formulate and maintain Specialist Work Programmes. Key Responsibilities: As a Senior System Engineer, you will be responsible for enhancing our current products, developing improvements and investigating new areas for product growth, as well as supporting the Engineering Team with various Systems Engineering-focussed activities. System Architecture & Design. Lead the architectural design of PNT solutions, integrating Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS), Inertial Navigation Systems, and alternative PNT (e.g., vision-based, RF-based, or celestial navigation). Architect distributed sensing networks, defining how data is collected, synchronized, and fused across multiple remote nodes to create a unified operational picture. Define system-level requirements, interface control documents, and performance specifications for timing accuracy and positioning precision. Perform trade studies to optimise the balance between size, weight, power, and cost and system performance. PNT & Synchronization Expertise . Implement and optimise high-precision timing distribution protocols (e.g., PTP/IEEE 1588, NTP, or White Rabbit). Develop strategies for PNT resilience, including mitigation of jamming, spoofing, and GNSS-denied environment operations. Lead the selection and integration of atomic clocks, quantum oscillators, and high-grade IMUs. Distributed Sensing & Data Fusion . Design algorithms and architectures for distributed beamforming, phased arrays, or coordinated sensor fusion. Manage the challenges of network latency, jitter and asynchronous data arrival in distributed sensing environments. Collaborate with software teams to implement edge-processing capabilities to reduce data backhaul from sensing nodes. Integration, Test & Evaluation . Develop comprehensive verification and validation (V&V) plans to prove timing and positioning accuracy. Design and execute complex test campaigns using hardware-in-the-loop and software-in-the-loop simulations. Lead the analysis of telemetry and test data to identify systemic errors and drive corrective design changes. Leadership & Mentorship . Serve as the Subject Matter Expert for PNT and Distributed Sensing across cross-functional teams (Radio Frequency, Software, Mechanical). Mentor junior engineers in systems engineering best practices and specialized domain knowledge. Present technical roadmaps and progress reports to senior leadership and external. Skills and Experience: Required Master's or PhD in a related field. A minimum of five to ten years industrial radar, communications or electronic warfare systems experience. A minimum of seven years of experience in systems engineering, specifically focusing on PNT and/or distributed sensor systems. Proven track record with systems utilising GNSS (GPS, Galileo, GLONASS) and Inertial Navigation (Kalman Filtering, sensor fusion). Experience with distributed aperture systems, sensor networks, or Multiple-Input Multiple-Output radar architectures. Proficiency with MATLAB/ Simulink for modelling and simulation. Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering tools and requirements management tools. Familiar with the principles of ISO 15288:2023. During your employment you will handle tasks and materials that are classified as military secret and therefore you must have a UK or Swedish citizenship. Desirable RF Knowledge: Strong understanding of RF front-end design, antenna theory and signal propagation. Programming. Proficiency in C++, Python, or Rust for prototyping algorithms. Security. Experience with encrypted PNT signals or secure timing distribution. By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.

Software Integration Engineer Up to 60,000 Automotive Technology South Norfolk We're partnering with a world-leading motorsport and automotive simulation company looking for an Integration Engineer to join their growing Simulator team. You'll be responsible for integrating industry-leading software and hardware into cutting-edge Driver-in-the-Loop (DIL) simulator platforms used by some of the most innovative engineering organisations in the world. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on bespoke customer projects, collaborating with simulation, software, and project engineering teams to deliver highly technical solutions that push the boundaries of vehicle simulation. What you'll be doing Integrate third-party software and hardware into advanced Driver-in-the-Loop simulator platforms. Design and implement robust interfaces between complex engineering systems. Develop modular integration solutions that support a wide range of customer technologies. Configure and maintain connections across multiple software and hardware platforms. Work closely with Simulation Engineers, Software Engineers and Project Managers to deliver customer projects successfully. Support customer engineering teams throughout project delivery, troubleshooting and resolving technical integration challenges. Participate in system commissioning, validation and acceptance testing. Travel occasionally within the UK and internationally to support customer installations and commissioning. What we're looking for You'll have a strong systems engineering mindset and enjoy understanding how complex technologies interact. We're particularly interested in engineers with: A degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline. 2+ years of commercial experience integrating software within engineering environments. Strong experience with MATLAB and Simulink. Experience integrating one or more simulation or modeling platforms such as AVL VSM, IPG CarMaker, CarSim, TruckSim or BikeSim, VICarRT, rFpro, Unity or Unreal Engine, Cosin FTire, Fraunhofer CDTire Experience working within structured, quality-focused engineering environments. Desirable experience Experience with any of the following would be advantageous: Real-time simulation platforms such as dSPACE HIL, Concurrent RT, or Adams RT. Automotive or motorsport engineering. Driver-in-the-Loop simulators. Vehicle dynamics, simulation, or control systems. A genuine enthusiasm for automotive technology, motorsport or driving simulation. Why Join: Salary up to 60,000 Company bonus scheme 25 days holiday plus bank holidays State-of-the-art facilities Free on-site parking Pension & healthcare Life Assurance Study support and professional development opportunities Friendly and collaborative team culture Additional company benefits

System Test & Verification Engineer (Hardware-in-the-Loop) Location: Bristol- On-site 3 Days per Week Salary: £60,000 - £75,000 + Bonus & Benefits (depending on experience) Note : All applicants must be able to work in the UK without the need for VISA Sponsorship now, or in the future Summary : On behalf of a client in Bristol, we are looking for a Hardware-in-the-Loop (HiL) Test Engineer to support the development and validation of safety-critical embedded systems where reliability, performance, and quality are paramountThey will take ownership of test strategy and execution for both legacy and new product developments, designing test cases, generating scenarios, and performing automated and manual testing to ensure solutions meet defined requirements. Key Responsibilities : Developing, implementing, and maintaining Hardware-in-the-Loop Simulation (HiLS) environments to support the testing of hardware and firmware for safety-critical systems. Creating and executing robust test plans, procedures, and automated test cases to verify and validate product requirements. Integrating physical hardware with virtual models and simulation platforms to create realistic testing environments. Designing test scenarios that replicate real-world operating conditions and potential failure modes. Supporting product verification and validation activities throughout the development lifecycle. Analysing test results, investigating failures, and working closely with engineering teams to identify root causes and implement corrective actions. Producing clear technical reports and documentation to support design reviews, regulatory compliance, and product sign-off. Contributing to reliability engineering activities, including risk assessments, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), and continuous improvement initiatives. Ensuring full traceability between requirements, test coverage, and validation outcomes. Experience Required : Proven experience working with Hardware-in-the-Loop Simulation (HiLS) platforms such as Speedgoat, dSPACE, National Instruments (NI), or similar. Experience using MATLAB/Simulink and/or LabVIEW. Strong Python scripting and test automation experience. Good understanding of embedded systems, control systems, and system integration. Experience working within structured development and testing environments, ideally involving safety-critical or high-reliability products. Experience using Git or similar version control systems. Benefits Package Competitive pension scheme (up to 7% employer matched) Discretionary annual bonus (typically around 10%) 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays Private medical healthcare Hybrid working and flexitime Annual wellness checks Retail vouchers If you're interested in learning more about this opportunity, please apply with your latest CV.

NMS Recruit are seeking an experienced Embedded Systems Help Desk Engineer to join global energy consultancy based in the Cheshire. This is an exciting opportunity to join a rapidly growing business. You will be required to work 50/50 split between site and home and sponsorship is available. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented Embedded Systems Reliability Engineer with proficiency in modern C++ (C+ or newer).Responsibilities Investigate and resolve complex bugs across embedded and desktop systems, implementing fixes and systemic quality improvements Develop and maintain tools for automated testing, diagnostics and release validation using Python and Bash Enhance and maintain CI/CD pipelines for embedded firmware (Buildroot/make) and desktop applications (CMake/Qt), integrating quality gates and static analysis Define, monitor and drive improvements against key reliability metrics (e.g. crash frequency, memory stability, startup success) Improve diagnostic visibility through structured logging, crash data capture and telemetry via MQTT Collaborate with hardware, software and test engineers to embed quality and reliability throughout the development lifecycle Experience Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electronics or equivalent working experience Proficiency in modern C++ (C+ or newer) for embedded and cross-platform desktop development Strong scripting experience in Python and Bash for tooling and test automation Experience with CMake, make, and CI/CD systems (e.g., GitLab CI, Azure Pipelines) Familiarity with Docker for embedded software builds and containerised testing Confident in debugging across firmware, OS and application layers Deep understanding of Embedded Linux (Buildroot), system configuration and device-level development Familiarity with MQTT and messaging protocols used in distributed systems Experience with Qt and GUI development for Windows and Linux environments Working knowledge of observability concepts, incident response and long-term reliability strategies Exposure to hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing and embedded diagnostics Benefits Up to £60,000 DOE Career development opportunities Holidays: 25 days of annual leave (FTE), plus bank holidays, with an extra day for every three years completed (up to a maximum of 30 days). Ability to buy an additional 5 days Pension contributions of 8% from the employer Group Life Insurance, Income Protection, and Critical Illness cover Private Medical Insurance Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, NMS Recruit will be acting within your interest and will contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message. For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please get in touch with us here.

Stevenage Join a department that has advanced the use of distributed simulation in weapon system design and development! Salary: Up to £65,000, depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: typically, 3 days per week on-site, due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave. Enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments. Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more Training and Development: Excellent career progression, training and career development opportunities The opportunity: The team integrate real products, models and synthetic environments to provide visualisation, demonstrations, verification & validation as well as training capability and support. The successful candidate will use an agile methodology to lead the delivery and development of simulation components for MBDA's weapons systems. You will guide a team of engineers, leveraging the advancement and exploitation of synthetic environments as a key enabler for systems exploration and development. We use IEEE standards and military standards, to exploit a number of environments and visualisation tools to deliver. Demonstrators (SE representations of weapon systems) System Simulators (Operator in the Loop environments) Emulators (early representations of systems to supporting integration and proving) Training Simulators (User and Maintenance) ( demonstrations Experimentation (Performance in context, system of systems) We use agile scrum methodologies to develop real-time software components to simulate weapon systems, including the Integration of hardware to provide true representations of our systems. What we're looking for from you: You will be responsible for a multidisciplined team, to deliver innovative solutions, whilst utilising the latest technologies, to support MBDA across the whole project lifecycle, using software and hardware to represent / simulate MBDA weapon systems. We are looking for people who can deliver complex solutions, whilst balancing technical benefits, business costs and operational constraints. Ideally, you will be able to demonstrate. A proven record of accomplishment delivering software and or hardware solutions, for Simulated and Synthetic environments/solutions Project definition and management using agile principles (planning, milestones, critical path) Excellent client facing and internal communication skills Stakeholder Influence and management Team leadership/people management The ability to manage requirements and change. management A proactive approach to managing and mitigating risks Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.

Electronics Design Engineer Location: Broad Oak Duration: 24 Months (3-4 days on site and 1-2 days at home) Rate: £60.63 p/h PAYE OR £81.90 p/h Umbrella We seek an engineer with recent high-integrity or safety-critical industry experience (defence, aerospace, or similar), or eligible for UK security clearance. Role Overview This role focuses on the electronic aspects of hardware design and test, with an emphasis on analogue and mixed-signal circuit design. The engineer will contribute across the full lifecycle of electronic hardware, from concept through detailed design, verification, and integration into complex systems. Key Responsibilities Design analogue/mixed-signal electronic circuits: component selection, evaluation, simulation, schematic capture, and PCB liaison. Specify bespoke procured hardware. Verify designs via simulation, analysis, and lab/field testing, including EMC compliance. Generate design documentation and technical reports. Support higher-level system design and integration. Collaborate with embedded software and programmable logic teams. Contribute to design and peer reviews. Essential Skills Strong background in component-level and analogue design (op-amps, transistor-level, control loops, low-noise techniques). Experience with system integration, design proving, and defect resolution. Ability to work within cost and schedule constraints. Desirable Skills Experience in safety-related or high-integrity environments. Familiarity with pressure sensor design. Knowledge of system-level requirements capture and traceability. Exposure to defence, aerospace, or other regulated industries.