Principal Controls Engineer

Matchtech; Belfast; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the maritime sector seeks a Principal Controls Engineer to lead the Control Engineering function. This permanent role involves developing advanced energy systems for marine lithium-ion batteries and managing software requirements alongside multidisciplinary teams. Ideal candidates will possess a relevant engineering degree and experience in controls engineering, particularly in the electrification and e-mobility sectors.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Controls Engineer within electrification/e-mobility sectors.
• Model-based design experience with MATLAB Simulink.
• Knowledge of data communication protocols including CAN, RS-485, RS-232.

Responsibilities

• Leading the Control Engineering function and maintaining development processes.
• Developing application software and control logic in MATLAB Simulink.
• Conducting MIL and SIL testing within the software development environment.

Skills

BMS

Controls Engineering

MATLAB/SIMULINK

Embedded C/C++

E-Mobility

Electrification

Battery Management Systems

Python

Data communication protocols

Education

Bachelor (BSc/BEng) in relevant engineering discipline

Tools

MATLAB Simulink

CAN

RS-485

RS-232

Job description

Our client, a pioneering entity in the maritime sector, is seeking a Principal Controls Engineer to join their progressive team.

Key skills required for this role

BMS, Battery Management Systems, EV Charging Systems, Controls Engineering, E-Mobility, Electrification, MATLAB/SIMULINK, CAN, RS-485 & RS-232 , Embedded C/C++

Important

BMS, Battery Management Systems, EV Charging Systems, Controls Engineering, E-Mobility, Electrification, MATLAB/SIMULINK, CAN, RS-485 & RS-232 , Embedded C/C++

This is a permanent position focused on delivering advanced energy systems for the maritime industry, driving the development of cutting-edge technology for marine lithium-ion battery and high-power charging systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Growing and leading the Control Engineering function within the department and maintaining the development processes and toolchain.
• Performing analysis of system requirements and supporting decomposition and authoring of control/software requirements.
• Working with technical specialists to coordinate and lead the development of robust control and software architectures for core products.
• Developing application software and control logic in MATLAB Simulink.
• Developing features and algorithms for performance, user experience, and safety functionality covering a range of energy products.
• Supporting the application of Functional Safety, adhering to the company's software quality/safety management processes.
• Developing plant models to support SIL/MIL test activities.
• Providing practical support debugging control logic and interface errors in both lab and application environments.
• Conducting MIL and SIL testing within the software development environment.
• Collaborating closely with multi-disciplinary teams to iterate through system development efficiently.
• Introducing new electronics technology where appropriate.
• Fulfilling reporting requirements and attending team and 1-1 meetings.
• Ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures and building good working relationships across the company.
• Contributing to a culture that reflects the company's values and guiding principles.

Job Requirements:

• Holder of Bachelor (BSc/BEng) degree in a relevant engineering discipline (Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Control Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Aerospace Engineering).
• Experience as a Controls Engineer within electrification/e-mobility sectors.
• Experience with Battery Management/EV Charging Systems.
• Model-based design and development experience with MATLAB Simulink, Stateflow, Simscape.
• Experience with controls development in e-mobility programmes, particularly in Propulsion, Battery Management, or Vehicle Control.
• Knowledge of data communication protocols including CAN, RS-485, and RS-232.
• Ability to meet customer and regulatory design requirements.
• Proficiency in debugging control logic and addressing hardware failures.
• Ability to liaise with suppliers and technical partners effectively.
• Experience with Embedded C/C++ and Python (desirable).
• Familiarity with different lithium-ion battery chemistries (desirable).
• Experience in Control Engineering within a robust new product development framework (e.g., ASPICE).
• Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and familiarity with SysML (desirable).
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Created on 29/06/2025 by TN United Kingdom