Lead Engineer – Embedded Software

Role Overview

• Developing and implementing engineering processes, to support the project and departmental objectives.
• Being responsible for concurrent programs for Lotus Engineering and the cars programmes.
• Displaying experience with writing C-code software, ideally for engine management systems and possibly transmission control systems.
• Being able to implement the software for new functions, test it and calibrate.
• Carrying out vehicle and engine controls system development to Lotus or customer development processes.
• Preparing for and attending offsite testing and climatic test trips.
• Creating control algorithm specifications.
• Creating and modifying calibration procedures for new or developing control algorithms.
• Designing engine control systems to satisfy the emissions and performance objectives.
• Investigating and resolving issues relating to engine and/or transmission control.
• Supporting manufacturing and after-sales departments with issues relating to powertrain controls and integration.
• Leading technical aspects of smaller projects.
• Issuing reports on development work undertaken and providing input to status reports.
• Performing and co-ordinating technical aspects of Powertrain projects.
• Preparing Powertrain technical documentation, including reports and presentation material.
• Providing guidance on implementation and calibration of control algorithms.
• Providing technical input to proposals for new projects.
• Scheduling, supervising, amending, and correlating results from emission test work.
• Specifying ECU, I/O for new systems.
• Supporting the Chief Engineer or Executive Engineer at supplier or customer visits.
• Assisting with the career development of department engineers and junior engineers.
• Understanding & calibrating the engine control algorithms, using appropriate calibration tools.
• Developing solutions relating to the integration of powertrain control systems within the whole vehicle electrical architecture.
• Implementing and adhering to health & safety regulations.

Requirements

• Engineering degree / HNC or equivalent experience.
• Thorough understanding of automotive legislative requirements.
• Thorough understanding of powertrain controls strategy and software development.
• Able to understand and write C-code.
• High level PC skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc).
• Familiarity with calibration development tools and techniques.
• Automotive powertrain experience, with recent experience of delivering hand C-code and aspects of calibration.
• Outgoing/confident nature and ability to work as part of a team.
• Self-reliant and self-starting – takes Responsibility for overall delivery and ownership of projects and tasks to completion.
• Excellent attention to detail, communication & leadership skills.

Benefits

• 25 Vacation Days + Bank Holidays: Recharge, explore, or binge-watch your favorite series with plenty of time to relax and enjoy life outside of work.
• Performance Bonus: Get rewarded for your hard work with an exciting, non-contractual bonus scheme—because great effort deserves great perks.
• Future-Proof Pension: Plan for your tomorrow while thriving today with a solid pension scheme to keep your future bright.
• Private Healthcare: Stay healthy and stress-free with premium healthcare coverage tailored to keep you at your best.