Software Engineer

Blue Arrow is urgently recruiting for a Software Engineer to join our clients growing Automotive Manufacturing team based in the Llanelli area.

Contract: Permanent

Salary: Up to 40,000p.a

Hours of work: 37 hours per week: Mon-Thurs 8:30-17:00 & Fridays 9:00-15:00

Travel expected: Cannock in West Midlands and Germany (infrequently)

Job Summary:

Our client is seeking an experienced automotive Software Engineers to join their existing team. The post involves designing and developing software in the fields of diagnostics, electric vehicles, and industrial installations to support our position as one of the leading companies in the battery remanufacturing, test, and recycling sectors.

This position entails periodic travel to Cannock in the West Midlands, and Germany. Accordingly, possession of a full, clean driving license is a mandatory requirement for the role.

Key Responsibilities:

Creating and documenting requirements

Carrying out updates on existing codebase

Creating new software products

Creating test plans, implementing and documenting results

Support colleagues with advice and sharing of knowledge

Some travel to other UK sites, USA, Europe and China may also be required

Versioning & storing source code in accordance with company management systems (GIT)

Essential Knowledge and Experience:

Knowledge of a .net language (C#, VB.net) - Able to independently build windows forms/WPF applications

Knowledge of communication protocols such as Modbus, SPI, SCPI, CAN, and other automotive/Industrial protocols

Electronics/Electrical knowledge supporting EV testing

Working with version control systems

Perform unit tests and debug own code

Educated to Degree Level (Electronics, Computer Science, Maths with Computing)

A full UK Driving License (clean record)- essential

Desirable Attributes:

Experience of the following would be advantageous:

Trained to test hazardous voltage

Additional programming languages

Passion for continuous improvement and lean methodologies

Comfortable working in a fast-paced, operationally focused environment

Personal Attributes:

Excellent communication skills both written & verbal

Ability and initiative to learn and research new concepts, ideas and technologies

Ability to work in a team orientated, collaborative environment

Ability to prioritise and execute tasks in a highly demanding environment

If you feel you are the right candidate for this role then please submit your CV for immediate response.

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