Job Description
Senior Embedded Systems Engineer (Drive-by-Wire / PLC) First Key Hire
Circa 80k London based
Want to work for an advanced start up with acquired IP requiring an experienced Senior Embedded Systems Engineer to become the first dedicated DBW & control integration hire This is a high-ownership role where youll lead the embedded control capability across the autonomous vehicle and industrial automation platforms then grow and mentor a team around you as they scale.
Youll be responsible for designing integrating and validating Drive-by-Wire (DBW) and PLC-based control systems that deliver safe precise actuation of steering braking propulsion and other critical subsystems. Working at the intersection of embedded software mechatronics and systems engineering youll ensure our autonomy stack connects seamlessly into real-world hardware through robust control comms and safety frameworks.
What youll do
- 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.
Experience required
- Degree in Electrical / Mechatronic / Control / Automotive / Robotics Engineering (or similar).
- 45 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.
Why join
Youll own a core capability shape technical direction work on cutting-edge autonomous platforms and step into a clear path to build and lead your own team.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Job DescriptionSenior Embedded Systems Engineer (Drive-by-Wire / PLC) First Key HireCirca 80k London basedWant to work for an advanced start up with acquired IP requiring an experienced Senior Embedded Systems Engineer to become the first dedicated DBW & control integration hire This is a high-owne...
Job Description
Senior Embedded Systems Engineer (Drive-by-Wire / PLC) First Key Hire
Circa 80k London based
Want to work for an advanced start up with acquired IP requiring an experienced Senior Embedded Systems Engineer to become the first dedicated DBW & control integration hire This is a high-ownership role where youll lead the embedded control capability across the autonomous vehicle and industrial automation platforms then grow and mentor a team around you as they scale.
Youll be responsible for designing integrating and validating Drive-by-Wire (DBW) and PLC-based control systems that deliver safe precise actuation of steering braking propulsion and other critical subsystems. Working at the intersection of embedded software mechatronics and systems engineering youll ensure our autonomy stack connects seamlessly into real-world hardware through robust control comms and safety frameworks.
What youll do
- 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.
Experience required
- Degree in Electrical / Mechatronic / Control / Automotive / Robotics Engineering (or similar).
- 45 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.
Why join
Youll own a core capability shape technical direction work on cutting-edge autonomous platforms and step into a clear path to build and lead your own team.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
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