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Embedded Software Design Engineer
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Embedded Software Design Engineer
Req ID: 491201
Location: Mansfield (NG17 1JF), Onsite Appointment Basis: Permanent Salary: £45K - £50K + Benefits (Dependent on Experience) Closing Date: 10th July 2026
At Alstom, we are committed to driving greener and smarter mobility through cutting-edge transport solutions, including high-speed trains, metros, monorails, trams, and digital mobility systems. Our 86,000+ global colleagues ensure cities stay connected while reducing carbon emissions. Could you help vision this future as our Embedded Software Design Engineer in Mansfield?
Your Future Role
Take on an exciting new challenge in embedded software design in a fast-moving industry. You will report to the Head of Engineering, working closely with a dedicated Services team in Alstom UK&I. Your day-to-day duties will include:
- Delivering cost-efficient embedded software designs aligned with project budgets.
- Meeting agreed customer deadlines while maintaining high standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Design embedded software for electronics systems based on customer and project requirements.
- Ensure high standards in performance, reliability, cost efficiency, and innovation—prioritising quality and compliance.
- Maintain full industry (and EU) regulatory compliance in software design.
- Uphold best practices while continuously improving embedded systems.
- Comply with design, quality, and Health & Safety regulations, then report any issues promptly to the Engineering Manager.
- Support all stages of testing (e.g., factory acceptance, site testing, commissioning).
- Manage change control and version control for software development.
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About You
We value passion and attitude over rigid requirements. While not mandatory, these skills will help you thrive:
Essential Experience & Skills
✔ Substantial embedded software design expertise in a relevant electronics business (preferably rail-related). ✔ Individual motivation—self-driven, logical thinker, and a team player. ✔ Strong technical aptitude in:
- C/C++, C#, Visual Studio, CE 5.0/6.0, .NET
- MFC, Visual Basic, ARM9, 8051, PIC, X86
- Assembler, SQL, RTOS (dwelling on embedded).
- Skills in fault analysis, unit/integration testing, and change management. ✔ Acute focus on customer service—critical for meeting their needs. ✔ 100% compliance with latest design, quality, and HSE regulations. ✔ Ability to meet timescales, cost constraints, and quality standards.
Preferred Qualifications
🎓 Degree-level education in Software Engineering or a related subject.
Personal Attributes
🔹 Innovative problem-solver 🔹 Excellent organisational skills 🔹 Commitment to health, safety, and continuous improvement
You’ll Enjoy
- A meaningful, long-term career in transformative railway technologies.
- Dynamic, stable roles free from repetitive tasks, with ongoing development opportunities.
- Collaboration across multidisciplinary teams in a helping-adaptable environment.
- Guidance from agile work practices and cutting-edge projects.
- Freedom to steer your career path, adapting roles across functions and international locations.
- Investment in learning through competitive training programs.
- A fair reward system—performance-biased salary, pan-European competitive benefits (pension, life insurance, healthcare).
- 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (plus flexible holiday schemes).
- Option to choose a brand-new electric/hybrid vehicle via salary sacrifice.
- Tailored flexible benefits for maximum personal focus.
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** равроportunity Statement**
Alstom is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create an inclusive workplace where all employees are valued regardless of:
- Race, colour, religion
- Sexual orientation, gender identity
- Age, national origin
- Disability, or any protected characteristic by local law
We are committed to interviewing all disability-confident candidates who meet the essential criteria for this role, aligning with our status as a Disability Confident Leader. together, our diverse teams help build smarter mobility for a better future.
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