Systems Engineer - Control Engineering

Location: Impington

Engineer the Future of Precision Sensing

Join an ambitious, cutting-edge deep-tech company at the forefront of advanced sensor innovation. They are now seeking a talented Systems Engineer to play a critical role in shaping next-generation sensor control systems.

This is a unique opportunity to work on complex, high-performance control systems in an innovative environment. You will take ownership of control loop algorithm design and implementation, contributing directly to the development of advanced technologies from concept through to validation.

Key Responsibilities
Design and develop sensor control algorithms to meet performance and system requirements
Model, simulate, and experimentally validate control systems
Define requirements for analogue and digital electronics (MCU, FPGA, ASIC, DAC/ADC)
Support implementation of control algorithms in embedded software and firmware

What You’ll Bring

Strong grounding in control theory, signal processing, and system identification
Practical experience designing and testing high-performance control systems
Knowledge of algorithms such as PID, PLL, LQR, and Kalman filters
Experience developing in C/C++, with version control (e.g. Git)
Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink, including model-based design and code generation

Technical Skills
MATLAB / Simulink
C / C++
Numerical optimisation & estimation theory

Why Join

Work on high-impact, cutting-edge engineering problems
Enjoy a collaborative and innovative culture within Cambridge’s tech hub
Competitive benefits including bonus scheme, pension, and gym membership

If you feel you are suitable for this role, please don’t hesitate to apply now. For more information, or to discuss your experience/CV, please do get in touch with Jeremy van Waveren at So Code
- Norwich.

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