Software Engineer / Analyst – Electric Machines

SMT; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Enhanced annual leave

Cycle to work

Healthcare scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Retail discounts

Enhanced Company pension scheme

Job summary

SMT, a global engineering solutions provider, invites a Software Engineer / Analyst to join the Electric Machines team in Nottingham. You will contribute to the design and analysis functionality of our MASTA CAE software, focusing on electric machines, and help advance industry-leading tools.

The role blends research with practical software development, offering hybrid working optional, strong collaboration across disciplines, and opportunities to expand your technical breadth while delivering

Qualifications

• PhD in electric machines and drives or related field from a leading group.
• First/upper second-class undergraduate degree in maths, physics, engineering or CS from a top university.
• Domain expertise in design and analysis methods for electric machines.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver first class engineering software products focusing on electric machines.
• Engage in research, implementation, and testing of new analysis methods.
• Maintain and enhance existing software code to uphold SMT quality and robustness.
• Contribute to comprehensive documentation of software capabilities.
• Provide technical support to SMT Customer Support regarding software capabilities.
• Assist with pre- and post-sales activities by attending meetings, delivering presentations, and providing training.

Skills

Research Skills

Analytical Thinking

Communication

Independent & Team Player

Continuous Learning

Problem Solving

Education

PhD in Electric Machines & Drives

PhD in Mathematics/Physics/Engineering/CS

Bachelor's degree in Mathematics/Physics/Engineering/CS

Tools

C#

.NET

Job description

Job Role: Software Engineer / Analyst – Electric Machines

Department: Software Development

Location: Nottingham, UK

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent, Optional Hybrid Working

We are a global engineering solutions provider dedicated to providing leading engineers with the expertise and tools to deliver innovative powertrain technology.

About The Role

As a Software Engineer / Analyst within our Electric Machines Team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our industry leading MASTA CAE software by developing functionality for the design and analysis of electric machines.

This position provides an exceptional opportunity to expand your skill set and contribute to a wide range of technologies and applications.

Based at our Nottingham Head Office, UK, you will be at the forefront of engineering software development.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver first class engineering software products with a focus on electric machines.
• Engage in research, implementation, and testing of new analysis methods.
• Maintain and enhance existing software code to uphold SMT’s reputation for quality and robustness.
• Contribute to the creation of comprehensive documentation for software capabilities.
• Provide technical support to SMT’s Customer Support team regarding software capabilities.
• Assist with pre and post-sales activities by participating in meetings, delivering presentations, and providing training.
• Foster a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Keep up to date and compliant with all relevant legislation and Company policies and procedures, with particular attention to the requirements of Information Security, Data Protection and Quality policies and practices.
• Any other duties as requested from time to time.

What You’ll Need To Succeed

• Essential:
• A PhD from a leading electric machines and drives research group, otherwise a PhD in mathematics, physics, engineering, computer science, or a related discipline.
• A first/upper second-class degree at the undergraduate level in mathematics, physics, engineering, computer science, or a similar discipline from a leading university.
• Domain expertise in the design and analysis methods for electric machines.
• Strong research skills with the ability to delve into technical topics independently.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Advanced technical skills and a passion for continuous learning.
• Both a team player and capable of working independently.

• Desirable:
• The ideal candidate would have knowledge of mechanical and electric powertrains and their components.
• Domain expertise in other related areas such as gears, bearings, shafts.
• Experience in Finite Element and/or Multi-Body Dynamics Simulation.
• Proficiency in numerical analysis and optimization.
• Commercial experience with C# and .NET.
• Familiarity with agile development methodologies.

Why Choose SMT?

At SMT we offer a fast paced, flexible and enjoyable working environment where you can truly make an impact with your work.

You will have the opportunity to develop your skills, share knowledge and work as a team to drive continual improvement.

With a focus on health and financial well-being, company benefits include, flexible working hours, enhanced annual leave allowance, cycle to work schemes, healthcare scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, retail discounts and an enhanced Company pension scheme.

SMT is committed to equal opportunities for all.