At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead software automation and testing for new product transitions into manufacturing.
- Company: Join Thermoteknix, a leader in thermal imaging and augmented reality systems.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, training opportunities, and career growth in a high-tech environment.
- Other info: Be part of a new team shaping the future of engineering at Thermoteknix.
- Why this job: Make an impact with cutting-edge technology in a dynamic, innovative team.
- Qualifications: Degree in Software Engineering and experience in C# and automation tools.
The predicted salary is between 37800 - 46200 £ per year.
Department: Engineering (NPI)
Reports to: Production Engineering Manager
Type: Full-time, Permanent
Thermoteknix Systems Ltd, founded in 1982 and based in Cambridge, is a world leader in thermal imaging, night vision, and augmented reality systems. Our award-winning technologies are trusted by defence, security, and industrial customers in over 70 countries. With in-house R&D, cutting-edge innovation, and a global reputation for quality, we design and manufacture solutions that perform in the toughest environments.
Due to increasing market opportunities and an ever-growing product range, Thermoteknix is expanding its engineering capacity by creating a New Product Introduction (NPI) team within R&D. As a member of the new NPI team, you will be responsible for leading the software driven automation and test aspects of transitioning products from development into scalable, repeatable manufacturing. You will work closely with R&D, manufacturing, and quality teams, drawing upon your existing software knowledge to implement comprehensive automated testing and validation protocols.
Additionally, you will contribute to the enhancement of existing software to boost production test speed and ensure that products are thoroughly tested and validated.
- Support software and test design processes, ensuring DFT principles are applied throughout the product development lifecycle.
- Support software and test workstreams within NPI projects, ensuring readiness for build and scale, and supporting the transition of products through to customer delivery.
- Define and implement robust processes for firmware programming, product configuration, calibration data handling and version control in production builds.
- Define, develop, and document automated test processes during product development for new products and assemblies.
- Work with mechanical and electronics engineers within the NPI team to design automated electromechanical test systems that optimise production throughput and ensure product quality.
- Provide hands-on support during NPI builds, troubleshooting software, automation, and hardware-integrated system issues within the ECN framework.
- Work with the quality department to support non-conformance investigations and product quality improvements during NPI phases.
Requirements:
- Degree in Software Engineering or related discipline.
- Experience developing software tools for production test and process automation.
- Strong experience in C#, using WPF and MVVM methodologies.
- Understanding of software release processes and configuration control.
- Ability to troubleshoot software issues communicating with embedded hardware-integrated systems.
- Familiarity with embedded firmware programming tools.
- Experience with additional programming languages such as LabVIEW, and C/C++.
- Adaptable and motivated to help shape a new team and function.
Career development and growth within a high-technology engineering organisation. Training and career development opportunities. Competitive salary and benefits package.
Software Development Engineer (Permanent) employer: Thermoteknix
At Thermoteknix, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer by fostering a collaborative work culture that encourages innovation and professional growth. Our Electronics Engineers benefit from hands-on experience in cutting-edge technology, with opportunities to work alongside talented teams in a supportive environment, all while contributing to impactful projects in advanced imaging and embedded systems.
