At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a team developing advanced automotive control systems and collaborate globally on innovative projects.
- Company: Dynamic engineering firm in Cambridge focused on cutting-edge automotive technologies.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus, and benefits with opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: On-site role with excellent career advancement opportunities in a global organisation.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the automotive industry while working with the latest technologies.
- Qualifications: Degree in relevant engineering field and experience with automotive control systems.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 60000 £ per year.
Location: Cambridge (On-Site Working)
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 + Bonus & Benefits (depending on experience)
Please Note: All Applicants must have the right to work in the UK without the need for VISA sponsorship now or in the future.
Overview: On behalf of a client in Cambridge, Zenovo is looking for a Controls Engineer to join its growing engineering team. A successful candidate will work across the development, integration, calibration and validation of advanced automotive control systems, collaborating closely with software, systems, hardware and customer engineering teams. You'll also collaborate with engineering teams globally, contributing to projects from concept and prototype through to production. This is an excellent opportunity to join a global engineering organisation and play a key role in delivering innovative automotive technologies.
Key Responsibilities:
- 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.
Required Skills & Experience:
- 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.
Desirable Skills & Experience:
- 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.
Controls Engineer employer: ZENOVO LTD
Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and collaboration, offering a hybrid work environment in Coventry. As a Senior Electronics Engineer, you'll benefit from a supportive culture that encourages professional growth and development, alongside competitive salaries and the opportunity to work on exciting projects that shape the future of technology. With a focus on teamwork and mentorship, this role provides a unique chance to make a meaningful impact while advancing your career in a dynamic industry.
