Embedded Software Engineer

Dovetail Recruitment Ltd; Ringwood; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer in Ringwood, UK. This role focuses on designing and developing embedded software for machine control systems. Candidates should have a degree in engineering or science and strong experience in C or C++. This position offers a competitive salary and the chance to work on innovative technology within a supportive engineering environment.

Benefits

Opportunity to work on innovative technology

Supportive and collaborative engineering environment

Training and development in specialist areas

Competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• Engineering or science degree, or equivalent qualification and/or relevant industry experience.
• Strong experience using engineering design and test verification tools.
• Experience developing software for electro-mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and integrate embedded software systems.
• Develop software for machine control systems and electro-mechanical interfaces.
• Create and document software integration and verification tests.

Skills

Engineering or science degree

Strong experience with design and test verification tools

Experience with electro-mechanical systems

Proficient in C or C++

Experience with PLC programming using CoDeSys

Strong problem-solving skills

Strong communication skills

Education

Engineering or science degree

Tools

CoDeSys

Job description

Ringwood

£DOE per annum

Permanent / Full-time and Part Time Considered

About the Role

Our client is looking for an Embedded Software Engineer to join the engineering team. This role focuses on the design, development, and integration of embedded software for advanced machine control systems. You will work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams and support installation and commissioning activities, ensuring robust, compliant, and high-quality software solutions are delivered on time.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and integrate embedded software systems to meet project requirements and timescales
• Develop software for machine control systems and electro-mechanical interfaces
• Create, execute, and document software integration and verification tests
• Provide technical support to internal teams and customers when required
• Ensure software is developed in accordance with internal engineering procedures and relevant regulatory standards
• Manage project tasks and timelines, working across multiple projects simultaneously

Minimum Skills and Experience Required

• Engineering or science degree, or equivalent qualification and/or relevant industry experience
• Strong experience using engineering design and test verification tools
• Experience developing software for electro-mechanical systems and machine communication protocols, particularly CAN bus
• Proficient in C or C++ (Python knowledge is an advantage)
• Experience with PLC logic programming and testing using CoDeSys, including functional block diagrams and structured text
• Strong problem‑solving, reporting, and analytical skills
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

Desirable

• Experience with 12V and 24V off‑road machinery
• Knowledge of hydraulic systems
• Experience interfacing software with CAN‑based sensors, analogue and digital sensors, and actuators

What They Offer

• Opportunity to work on innovative technology
• Supportive and collaborative engineering environmentTraining and development in specialist areas
• Competitive salary and benefits package