Senior Software & Controls EngineerLocation: Leicestershire, UK | Salary: Up to £54,000 per annum | Full-time, Onsite
We're seeking a Senior Software & Controls Engineer to join a forward-thinking product development team working on high-performance control systems for advanced engineering applications. In this hands-on role, you'll take ownership of embedded software development using MATLAB and Simulink, applying model-based design techniques to deliver robust, production-ready control systems.
What You'll Be Doing
- Leading the development of control algorithms using model-based design in MATLAB and Simulink
- Building and refining system-level models to support control strategy development and simulation
- Generating embedded code through autocode generation workflows for deployment on target hardware
- Validating model behaviour and code functionality through simulation and on-bench testing
- Creating and executing structured test plans to verify model integrity and performance
- Collaborating closely with electrical, mechanical, and systems engineers to ensure full hardware-software integration
- Supporting design reviews, simulation analysis, and software optimisation throughout the project lifecycle
What We're Looking For
- Degree-qualified (BEng/BSc or equivalent) in a relevant discipline
- Proven experience in embedded software and control system development
- Skilled in model-based design with MATLAB and Simulink, including code generation
- Familiar with structured software development and testing processes (e.g. MISRA, ASPICE, or similar)
- Industry experience in automotive, aerospace, or other high-integrity sectors
What You'll Get in Return
- A technically challenging role with direct impact on next-generation engineering solutions
- The opportunity to work across a range of innovative systems and technologies
- Long-term development prospects in a collaborative, supportive team environment