Software Engineer - Embedded Simulation

Blatchford is a multi-award winning, global manufacturer of some of the world’s most advanced prosthetic technology, bespoke seating solutions and orthotic devices. Our evidence-based approach and commitment to continuously challenge possibilities ensures our mobility solutions prioritise the wellbeing and long-term health of our users.

Through science, technology, and maintaining a clear focus on people, we make mobility possible.

Due to the continued growth and expansion of our Software Department, we have an exciting opportunity for a Software Engineer – Embedded Simulation, to develop, test, and design software, targeting a range of platforms and devices. 

The role

As a Software Engineer - Embedded Simulation, you will be responsible for developing and implementing simulation software using advanced modelling tools. Your focus will be on designing, testing, and optimizing embedded software solutions that accurately simulate real-world environments and scenarios.

Key duties:

• Applying Model-Based Design principles to create models for system-level simulations, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in the development process. 
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop and implement complex algorithms within modelling tools for simulation purposes. 
• Implementing real-time simulation solutions, ensuring compatibility with hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing and other embedded systems. 
• Generating efficient and optimised C++/C code from models for deployment on embedded systems. 
• Testing embedded simulation software to validate its functionality and performance against design/requirement specifications.
• Preparing detailed technical documentation, including design specifications, model architecture, and test plans to ensure clarity and maintainability.
• Collaborating with system engineers, electronics engineers, mechanical engineers and other stakeholders to integrate simulation software into overall embedded systems.
• Supporting and maintaining integration of code generation processes into development pipelines.

What are we looking for?

Key skills

• Software Engineering or relevant Computer Science related degree
• Strong proficiency in Model-Based Design methodologies. 
• Experience with real-time simulation and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing. 
• Proficient with Modelling tools e.g. MathWorks – Simulink, Matlab etc..
• Proficient in code generation
• Proficient in C/C++ programming for embedded systems. 
• Familiarity with communication protocols such as BLE, SPI, and I2C. 
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills. 
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of industry best practices in embedded systems development. 
• Software development toolchains – Azure DevOps, Visual Studio 

What can we offer you?

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary
• Flexible, hybrid working
• 25 days holiday (rising with service)
• Option to purchase additional annual leave
• On demand pay
• Pension
• Discounted shopping and leisure activities
• Health cash plan
• Cycle to work scheme 

This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a unique environment and contribute to the success of our award-winning organisation.

If you feel like you meet the above criteria for this exciting Software Engineer – Embedded Simulation opportunity, then please apply now!