Control Systems Engineer

ALTEN is a global engineering and technology consultancy operating across over 35 countries worldwide. We partner with industry leaders across sectors including Aeronautics, Aerospace, Defence, Naval, Automotive, Energy, Rail, IT and many more to deliver innovative engineering solutions that drive technological advancement & support sustainable transformation.

Our teams of passionate and agile engineers work on cutting‑edge projects that shape the future of technology and sustainability. At ALTEN, we empower talented engineers to innovate, solve complex challenges, and deliver impactful solutions that build tomorrow’s world—today.

Join us and start building tomorrow’s world today!

As a Control Systems Engineer you will join our team in Coventry to support our activities within the Automotive sector
. The programme will support mid‑stage development activities within a model‑based V‑Cycle environment. This role focuses on designing, implementing, and validating control models for embedded applications using MATLAB/Simulink
.

• Location:
  Peterborough
• On Site:
  Yes
• Clearance:
  None
• Experience Level: Mid‑Level

Key Responsibilities:

• Developing and implementing control algorithms and models for embedded systems
• Conducting MiL
  ,
  SiL
  , and HiL testing to evaluate system behaviour and ensure functional robustness
• Generating embedded code using Simulink‑based tool chains and ensuring quality and traceability
• Integrating control models into larger system architectures and supporting cross‑functional delivery
• Supporting validation
  ,
  calibration
  , and system‑level integration
• Performing requirements analysis and ensuring control models align with system‑level specifications
• Maintaining accurate documentation
  , test reports, and model release notes
• Ensuring adherence to development processes
  , quality standards, and safety considerations

Required Skills:

• Hands‑on experience with MATLAB/Simulink for control model development
• Demonstrated history of implementing control logic for embedded systems
• Practical experience with MiL/SiL/HiL testing methodologies
• Familiarity with model integration, embedded code generation, and system validation workflows

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering
  , or equivalent military experience
  .
• Experience with automotive or industrial control systems
• Knowledge of ISO 26262 functional safety for control systems
• Exposure to multi‑domain simulation or real‑time embedded platforms

We bring together entrepreneurial, tech‑driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies.

At ALTEN, you’ll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals.

Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today.

• A personalised career path and a rewarding management style
• A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee assistance programme
• Life insurance & Pension Scheme
• Social atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildings
• Flexible way of working (role dependent)

We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes.

This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website  If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected .

Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.