Software Engineer – Refrigerant & Heating Controls

ALTEN; Göteborgs kommun; On-site; SEK 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

ALTEN Sweden is seeking a Software Engineer to join an automotive project in Gothenburg, focusing on refrigerant and heating controls. You will join a skilled software team responsible for thermal and refrigerant systems, ensuring passenger comfort and vehicle efficiency.

The role involves model-based development with Matlab/Simulink and software creation in C/C++, Python, with a strong emphasis on verification, validation, and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Experience with Matlab/Simulink.
• Experience in C, C++, and/or Python development.
• Strong understanding of control systems and control theory.
• University-level technical education or equivalent.
• Fluent in English (spoken and written).
• Holder of a valid driving license.
• Curious, self-driven, and eager to learn new technologies.
• Collaborative team player who takes initiative and shares ideas.

Responsibilities

• Developing and maintaining software for refrigerant and thermal management systems.
• Designing, implementing, testing, and troubleshooting control system functionality.
• Working with Matlab/Simulink for model-based development and control design.
• Developing software solutions using C, C++, and/or Python.
• Supporting verification, validation, and fault tracing activities.
• Collaborating closely with software developers, control engineers, and system stakeholders.
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of thermal and climate control functions for both cabin and battery systems.
• Participating in technical discussions and knowledge-sharing within a cross-functional team environment.

Skills

Matlab/Simulink

C/C++/Python development

Control theory

English proficiency

Team collaboration

Education

University degree or equivalent

Tools

Git

TargetLink

Thermal test rigs

Job description

ALTEN Sweden is looking for a Software Engineer within Refrigerant & Heating Controls to join an exciting automotive development project in Gothenburg. You will be part of a highly skilled software team responsible for controlling thermal and refrigerant systems in next-generation vehicles. In this role, you will contribute to the development of control software that ensures passenger comfort, battery thermal management, and overall vehicle efficiency.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Developing and maintaining software for vehicle refrigerant and thermal management systems.
• Designing, implementing, testing, and troubleshooting control system functionality.
• Working with Matlab/Simulink for model-based development and control design.
• Developing software solutions using C, C++, and/or Python.
• Supporting verification, validation, and fault tracing activities.
• Collaborating closely with software developers, control engineers, and system stakeholders.
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of thermal and climate control functions for both cabin and battery systems.
• Participating in technical discussions and knowledge-sharing within a cross-functional team environment.

Who You Are:

• Experience working with Matlab/Simulink.
• Experience in C, C++, and/or Python development.
• Strong understanding of control systems and control theory.
• Technical education at university level or equivalent experience.
• Fluent in English, both spoken and written.
• Holder of a valid driving license.
• Curious, self-driven, and eager to learn new technologies.
• A collaborative team player who is comfortable taking initiative and sharing ideas.

Meritorious Experience:

• Experience working with Git.
• Experience using TargetLink.
• Hands‑on experience from Thermal or Climate Test Rigs.
• Previous experience within automotive thermal management, HVAC, or climate control systems.

About ALTEN

ALTEN is one of Europe’s largest technology and IT consulting companies with over 57,000 employees in nearly 30 countries. Our engineers carry out complex and highly technical projects throughout the value chain of the most prestigious companies in all sectors, such as Automotive, Defense, Energy & Environment, Industry, Public services & Government and Life Sciences. In Sweden, we are about 1300 committed employees with 9 offices in 9 cities - from Lund in the south to Skellefteå in the north.

For the fifth year in a row, ALTEN has been named one of Sweden’s most attractive employers by Karriärföretagen, an award for employers that offer unique career and development opportunities.

Welcome to read more about us at alten.se