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Role Purpose Our Software, Control, and Applications group develops and validates complex control systems for advanced clean propulsion and energy systems, such as xEV powertrains, power electronics, motors, and fuel cell systems. We support customers across the full control development spectrum, from core algorithms to fully validated production software, including ASIL-rated software. In this role, you'll primarily focus on embedded software development for power electronic systems, such as electric machines and DCDC converters, but may also support other technical areas based on workload.Key ResponsibilitiesTechnical development of Embedded Software for Power Electronics, E-Machines and DrivesTechnical accountability for software solutions, covering requirements specification, device drivers and algorithm development, implementation, calibration and validation.Testing of software, by Unit, Hardware-in-LoopInterface directly with clients and suppliers on technical issues.Reporting of technical status internally with focus on delivery of projects on-time and on-budget.Key Competencies and ExperienceDegree in Engineering - focused in Embedded Software / Control / Electrical / Electronics or similarFluency in programming in C for microcontroller applications Substantive experience developing embedded software for power electronics systems including Complex device driver developmentSPI DriversHigh frequency ADC/PWM based peripherals Experience of Infineon AURIX family of microcontrollersExperience in AUTOSARExcellent English communication skills for frequent interaction with internal and external customers.Regular liaison with customers is required - may include some business travel for customer meetings, on-site development support, and visits to other Ricardo sites.Desirable Competencies and ExperienceFluency in model-based development languages, especially MATLAB-SimulinkSome exposure to motor control theory and practice and ability to contribute on topics including Power electronic / thermal aspects of power electronics designElectromagnetic / thermal / mechanical aspects of electric machine designMultiphysics optimisation for power electronic systemsExperience providing technical leadership to engineering project teams.Functional safety, ISO26262 and similar