Lead Engineer - Powertrain Controls Embedded Software
9 days ago
Norwich
The purpose of this role is to develop the capabilities of the Lotus powertrain controls department, to deliver the Lotus programmes and Lotus Engineering client objectives & to provide technical input and direction to the department. Occasional travel may be required throughout the UK & Europe for testing or supplier and client visits. • Significant experience with authoring manual C‑code software, ideally for combustion engine management systems and possibly transmission control systems., • Creating control algorithm specifications, implementation, validation criteria and test., • Designing engine control systems to satisfy the emissions and performance objectives of the project., • Implementing software functions from customer requirements, including unit test and initial calibration., • Creating and modifying calibration procedures for new or developing control algorithms., • Adhering to existing engineering processes, as well as developing and implementing new processes to support the project and departmental objectives., • Understanding & calibrating the engine control algorithms, using appropriate calibration tools., • Investigating and resolving issues relating to engine and/or transmission control., • Developing solutions relating to the integration of powertrain control systems within the whole vehicle electrical architecture., • Carrying out vehicle and engine controls system development to Lotus or client development processes., • Preparing for and attending offsite testing and climatic test trips if required., • Supporting manufacturing and after‑sales departments with issues relating to powertrain controls and integration., • Leading technical aspects of smaller projects or client programmes., • 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., • Providing technical input for specifying an application 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., • Implementing and adhering to health & safety regulations., • Engineering degree / HNC or equivalent experience., • High level of ability to author manual C‑code to industry standards (MISRA)., • Thorough understanding of powertrain controls strategy and software development., • Thorough understanding of automotive legislative requirements., • 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., • Engineering degree, masters, PhD. Membership of appropriate institution (IMechE)., • Knowledge of advanced powertrain developments, with an emphasis on legislative emissions & OBD in high performance, low volume, niche applications., • Advanced combustion analysis and calibration tools, such as DoE and calibration management tools., • Calibration background, thorough understanding of the calibration process., • Recent delivery of programs at a senior level within a calibration department., • Thorough understanding of combustion engine development., • We provide access to a Company Car scheme (ECOS) to make your commutes smoother., • 25 Vacation Days + Bank Holidays: Recharge, explore, or binge‑watch your favourite 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., • We work hybrid, meaning you will be in the office when necessary and you can work from home when you're needed there., • This role will be working from our Hethel plant within our flexible working policy., • Candidates must be eligible to work in UK without visa sponsorship. #J-18808-Ljbffr