Firmware Simulation Engineer

iO Associates; England; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

An engineering consultancy is seeking a fully remote Simulation / Firmware Engineer for a 6-month initial contract, offering a competitive hourly rate of £55-£65. The role involves developing embedded firmware and simulation models for complex engineering systems, with opportunities to work on innovative projects and enhance your skills in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in developing embedded firmware and simulation models for complex systems.
• Proficiency in programming with C, C++, C#, or Python.
• Ability to apply multi-physics modelling techniques effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and test embedded firmware and simulation models.
• Work with 1D system simulation models integrating multi-physics components.
• Analyse and improve system performance with advanced simulation tools.

Skills

1D system simulation

Firmware

C, C++, C#, or Python

Multi-physics modelling

Control systems and real-time applications

Tools

CAE and simulation tools

Job description

Overview

Contract Opportunity — 6 Months (Initial) — £55-£65/hr OUTSIDE IR35 — Fully Remote. We are seeking an experienced Simulation / Firmware Engineer to join an exciting project on a 6-month initial contract. This role offers fully remote working and a competitive rate whilst supporting an exciting engineering consultancy that operate on a global level and are constantly at the forefront of engineering technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and test embedded firmware / simulation models for complex engineering systems
• Work with 1D system simulation models, integrating multi-physics components
• Analyse and improve system performance using advanced CAE and simulation tools
• Contribute to design documentation, code reviews, and validation/testing processes

Required Skills & Experience

• 1D system simulation
• firmware
• C, C++, C#, or Python
• multi-physics modelling (thermal, mechanical, electrical, fluid)
• control systems and real-time applications

Contract Details

• Duration: 6 months initial (possibility of extension)
• Rate: £55-£65 per hour
• Location: Fully remote
• OUTSIDE IR35

This is a fantastic opportunity to work on brand new engineering projects with a collaborative and supportive team.