Vehicle Controls Engineer
CV-LibraryCoventry, West Midlands (County)permanentPosted: 2 June 2026
Apply NowMy client is looking for a Vehicle Controls Engineer to contribute to the design, development, testing, and deployment of vehicle control systems.
Key Responsibilities:
You will be involved in the development and integration of vehicle control software and electronic control systems, including:
* Developing and maintaining Simulink vehicle control models and supporting ECU migration activities
* Programming and configuring vehicle control systems using Curtis VCL
* Diagnosing vehicle faults and implementing effective fault-handling strategies
* Designing, implementing, and troubleshooting vehicle communication systems
* Working with electronic controller toolchains, including dSPACE MicroAutoBox platforms
* Supporting system testing, validation, and problem resolution activities
* Managing software releases, configuration control, and version management processes
* Developing and analysing models using MATLAB and Simulink
* Contributing to autonomous vehicle control strategies and system architecture
* Supporting the development of electric vehicle drive systems and control solutions
* Applying Design for Safety principles throughout the product lifecycle
Tools & Technologies
Experience with some or all of the following is desirable:
* MATLAB
* Simulink
* Vector development tools
* New Eagle Raptor development tools
* dSPACE toolchains
* Vehicle communication networks and control systems
Experience Required:
* Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related STEM discipline.
* Strong technical problem-solving and analytical skills.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
* Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
Desirable Experience:
* Strong knowledge of automotive systems and vehicle architectures.
* Experience developing control systems for electric vehicles.
* Exposure to autonomous vehicle technologies and advanced mobility solutions.
* Understanding of software release processes and configuration management.
Interested? Click apply below
Key Responsibilities:
You will be involved in the development and integration of vehicle control software and electronic control systems, including:
* Developing and maintaining Simulink vehicle control models and supporting ECU migration activities
* Programming and configuring vehicle control systems using Curtis VCL
* Diagnosing vehicle faults and implementing effective fault-handling strategies
* Designing, implementing, and troubleshooting vehicle communication systems
* Working with electronic controller toolchains, including dSPACE MicroAutoBox platforms
* Supporting system testing, validation, and problem resolution activities
* Managing software releases, configuration control, and version management processes
* Developing and analysing models using MATLAB and Simulink
* Contributing to autonomous vehicle control strategies and system architecture
* Supporting the development of electric vehicle drive systems and control solutions
* Applying Design for Safety principles throughout the product lifecycle
Tools & Technologies
Experience with some or all of the following is desirable:
* MATLAB
* Simulink
* Vector development tools
* New Eagle Raptor development tools
* dSPACE toolchains
* Vehicle communication networks and control systems
Experience Required:
* Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related STEM discipline.
* Strong technical problem-solving and analytical skills.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
* Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
Desirable Experience:
* Strong knowledge of automotive systems and vehicle architectures.
* Experience developing control systems for electric vehicles.
* Exposure to autonomous vehicle technologies and advanced mobility solutions.
* Understanding of software release processes and configuration management.
Interested? Click apply below