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Senior Embedded Systems Engineer
£38,000 - 67,500
Talent Locker
Queen Victoria Street, London
£38,000 - 67,500
Requirements
Must:
- Degree in Electrical / Mechatronic / Control / Automotive / Robotics Engineering (or similar)
- 4–5+ years in embedded integration, commissioning, or PLC control environments
- Strong C/C++ embedded skills and PLC tools (e.g., CoDeSys)
- Real-time control + fieldbus communication experience
- Proven delivery in safety-critical systems; working knowledge of ISO 26262 and/or IEC 61508
Responsibilities
- Own end-to-end DBW + PLC control system design, integration, and commissioning
- Build system architecture linking autonomy, navigation, and control with embedded/PLC hardware
- Develop and validate control algorithms for smooth, responsive, safe actuation
- Implement comms across ECUs/sensors (CAN, LIN, EtherCAT, FlexRay, Modbus, etc.)
- Lead HIL/SIL integration testing and real-world validation
- Drive functional safety practices and compliance (ISO 26262, IEC 61508, SOTIF)
- Define diagnostics, redundancy, and fail-safe strategies
- Set engineering standards and documentation for certification and future team growth
Description
We are an advanced startup with acquired IP, looking for an experienced Senior Embedded Systems Engineer to become our first dedicated Drive-by-Wire and control integration hire. This high-ownership role will allow you to lead our embedded control capability across autonomous vehicle and industrial automation platforms. Youll have the opportunity to shape technical direction, work on cutting-edge autonomous platforms, and build and mentor a team as we scale. This position is based in London, with a competitive salary of circa £80k+. Joining us means owning a core capability and stepping into a clear path to leadership.
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