Electrical, Controls & Firmware Engineer

Electrical, Controls & Firmware Engineer

Our client, a leading innovator in the mobile machinery sector, is looking to strengthen their R&D team with a highly skilled Electrical, Controls & Firmware Engineer. The successful candidate will report to the Technical Director and independently manage the development of complex electromechanical and hydraulic control projects, from concept through to final validation.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement control loops for electromechanical and hydraulic systems.
• Evaluate and select appropriate electrical components for off-road machinery.
• Develop embedded software and firmware to manage vehicle controllers.
• Collaborate closely with engineering teams to integrate complex systems seamlessly.

Technical Skills & Requirements

• Proven experience (7+ years) in embedded software development and control system design for mobile machinery.
• Deep knowledge of CAN bus communication networks (J1939, CANopen, telematics, diagnostics, CCP/XCP) and analysis tools (CANalyzer, PCAN view).
• Strong understanding of diesel engines, driveline, and hydraulic system theory.
• Proficiency in embedded programming languages (C, C++, Codesys [ST/LD/FBD/SFC], Python).
• Experience with embedded microprocessor architectures (I/O configuration, RAM, Flash, EEPROM, bootloader).
• Knowledge of high-quality software development methodologies (MISRA guidelines, Doxygen documentation).
• Familiarity with Functional Safety (ISO/SAE 21434, IEC 61508) and Cybersecurity (HARA, HSM, encryption).
• Competence in modeling and simulating electrical systems, and controlling mechanical and hydraulic systems.
• Skilled in electronic debugging tools (multimeters, oscilloscopes).
• Knowledge of test-driven development and automated testing practices (unit testing).

Requirements & Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Electrical, Electronic, Mechatronics, Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience (experienced Technical Diploma holders will also be considered).
• At least 7 years’ experience developing control software for mobile machinery, ideally in agriculture, construction, earth-moving, lifting machinery, or industrial vehicle equipment.
• Proficient in English (spoken and written).

Personal Attributes

• Results-oriented and deadline-driven.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proactive, autonomous, and capable of managing projects independently.

Location: Colognola ai Colli, Veneto, Italy