Control Systems Engineer in Chesterton

Control Systems Engineer in Chesterton

Chesterton Full-Time On-site
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Salary: £55,000 - 55,000 per year

Requirements

  • Degree or equivalent in Electrical, Mechatronics, Control, Automotive, Computer Engineering, Applied Physics or a related discipline.
  • Strong understanding of automotive architectures and ECU-based control systems.
  • Experience with CAN, CAN FD, LIN and Ethernet vehicle communication networks.
  • Proficiency with Vector tools such as CANoe, CANalyzer and CANape, or equivalent.
  • Experience analysing vehicle data logs and troubleshooting software, controls and electrical integration issues.
  • Knowledge of MATLAB, Simulink and model-based development techniques.
  • Strong problem-solving, root-cause analysis and communication skills, with the ability to work independently.
  • Experience supporting the integration of automotive electronic control systems at vehicle level.
  • Strong understanding of software, controls, systems and hardware integration.
  • Experience with vehicle commissioning, calibration, validation and troubleshooting.
  • Ability to analyse vehicle and system data to identify issues and drive corrective actions.
  • Experience developing and executing test plans across vehicle, bench, HIL, SIL and functional testing.
  • Strong problem-solving skills across software, controls, communications networks and system integration.
  • Experience supporting customer demonstrations, prototype development and application engineering activities.
  • Ability to produce clear engineering reports, support root-cause analysis and contribute to product and process improvements.
  • Experience with automotive suspension, vehicle dynamics, active aero, power closure or mechatronic systems.
  • Knowledge of AUTOSAR and automotive software development processes.
  • Experience with calibration and parameter tuning.
  • Understanding of ISO 26262 functional safety principles.
  • Experience with HIL, SIL, MIL and vehicle testing methodologies.
  • Knowledge of UDS diagnostics, ECU flashing and configuration.
  • Familiarity with ASPICE or similar automotive development standards.
  • Experience with Python, MATLAB and/or embedded C, plus hands-on vehicle testing and instrumentation.

Responsibilities

  • Work across the development, integration, calibration and validation of advanced automotive control systems.
  • Collaborate closely with software, systems, hardware and customer engineering teams.
  • Collaborate with engineering teams globally, contributing to projects from concept and prototype through to production.
  • Support the integration of automotive electronic control systems at vehicle level.
  • Perform vehicle commissioning, calibration, validation and troubleshooting.
  • Analyse vehicle and system data to identify issues and drive corrective actions.
  • Develop and execute test plans across vehicle, bench, HIL, SIL and functional testing.
  • Support customer demonstrations, prototype development and application engineering activities.
  • Produce clear engineering reports, support root‑cause analysis and contribute to product and process improvements.

Technologies

  • AUTOSAR
  • Embedded
  • Ethernet
  • Hardware
  • Support
  • Matlab
  • Python

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We are a global engineering organisation based in Cambridge, working on advanced automotive technologies. This is an on‑site role with a salary of £50,000 - £60,000 plus bonus and benefits, depending on experience. We offer the opportunity to join a growing engineering team and play a key role in delivering innovative automotive control systems from concept and prototype through to production.

last updated 40 week of 2026

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Control Systems Engineer in Chesterton employer: ZENOVO LTD

Join a leading engineering firm in Yorkshire that values innovation and technical excellence, offering a collaborative work culture where your contributions are recognised and rewarded. With a focus on employee development through hands-on training and mentoring, this role provides an excellent opportunity to grow your skills in RF technology while working on high-performance electronic products. Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid working model, competitive salary, and the chance to be part of a team dedicated to continuous improvement and cutting-edge design.

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Contact Details:

ZENOVO LTD Recruitment Team