Embedded Software Engineer

Alten; Sharnford; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Employee assistance programme

Life insurance & pension

Flexible working

Job summary

ALTEN is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to support clean energy and advanced technology projects in the UK. You will develop, validate, and support control system software across software, controls, and test engineering teams.

Based in Loughborough, this on-site, full-time role focuses on C development, Simulink-based control algorithms, and rigorous software verification throughout the product lifecycle, with opportunities for growth and ongoing learning.

Qualifications

• Experience developing embedded or control software.
• Proficiency in C programming and debugging.
• Experience with control algorithms and Simulink models.
• Knowledge of the software lifecycle and verification activities.

Responsibilities

• Develop Cell Voltage Monitoring software, including detailed design, coding, testing, and handover activities.
• Generate software lifecycle documentation and development process deliverables.
• Support bench testing activities and test rigs.
• Debug, test, and optimize software written in C.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver validated solutions.

Skills

Embedded software

C programming

Simulink models

Debugging

Requirements tracing

Test rigs

DFMEA

Education

Engineering degree

Military experience

Tools

Matlab/Simulink

Job description

As a Embedded Software Engineer, you will join our engineering team to support our activities within the clean energy and advanced technology sector.

You will be responsible for the development, validation, and support of control system software used within advanced engineering applications. Working across software, controls, systems, and test engineering teams, you will contribute to software development, investigate controller performance, support test rigs and bench testing activities, and ensure requirements are captured and delivered throughout the product development lifecycle.

• Location: Loughborough
• On Site: Full-time

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop Cell Voltage Monitoring software, including detailed design, coding, testing, and handover activities
• Generate software lifecycle documentation and development process deliverables
• Support component and subsystem bench testing activities
• Support validation of air module systems, including flow meter algorithms and interface verification
• Develop, validate, and support turbine Variable Guide Vane (VGV) control strategies
• Support and maintain bench test equipment and test rig control systems
• Investigate controller behaviour and software performance issues
• Manage DFMEA actions and derive software requirements from engineering risk assessments
• Capture, analyse, and elaborate software requirements for monitor lane and test rig control systems
• Debug, test, and optimise software written in C
• Work with and support the implementation of control algorithms developed in Simulink
• Collaborate with systems, controls, software, and test engineers to deliver validated solutions

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• Experience developing embedded or control system software
• Proficiency in C programming and software debugging
• Experience working with control algorithms and Simulink models
• Understanding of the software development lifecycle and software verification activities
• Experience supporting test rigs, bench testing, or laboratory-based engineering programmes
• Strong problem-solving and root cause investigation skills
• Ability to manage and trace software requirements through development and testing
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, or equivalent military experience.
• Experience working within a software, controls, or systems engineering environment
• Knowledge of software testing, validation, and integration processes
• Experience with Cell Voltage Monitoring systems License
• Knowledge of DFMEA and requirements derivation methodologies
• Experience working with flow measurement systems or control valves
• Familiarity with model-based development approaches
• Experience within clean energy, automotive, aerospace, or industrial engineering sectors
• Knowledge of hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) or bench validation activities

Additional Information

We bring together entrepreneurial, tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies.

At ALTEN, you’ll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals.

Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today.

• A personalised career path and a rewarding management style
• A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee assistance programme
• Life insurance & Pension Scheme
• Social atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildings
• Flexible way of working (role dependent)

We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes.

ALTEN is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and values the strength that comes from a global mix of backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of background or protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected . Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.

Embedded Software Engineer Loughborough, England, United Kingdom