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Lotus is seeking a self- motivated Graduate Software Engineer, who has the capability in a range of System and Software engineering skills. The role involves working within the Systems, Software and Electrical teams.
The ideal candidate would be capable of supporting our exciting Sports and Hyper car engineering projects, with experience in either Electrical engineering, Software development, or Systems engineering, across a wide range of vehicle functions, including Body Electronics, Interior Control, Powertrain Control Systems, EV Control Systems & Chassis Control systems in both developments, and testing and validation.
Knowledge, skills, and experience required
- Embedded software/control system development experience, for example, Arduino/Raspberry Pi based projects.
- Electrical design/electrical engineering experience, for example, sensor and actuator interfacing, PCB design, Wiring harness.
- Vehicle testing and 'integration' experience, for example, fault finding on complex electrical systems designs.
- Complex system design experience, for example, designing an end-to-end system, involving multiple control units, sensors, actuators, and/or messaging protocols.
- Vehicle simulation experience for vehicle dynamics or chassis control systems.
- Software development experience for any automotive software solutions, for example, Infotainment or ADAS.
About Lotus
Lotus Cars is based in Hethel, Norfolk, UK, and is the global headquarter for sports car and hypercar manufacturing operations, the Lotus Advanced Performance Centre and the iconic 2.2-mile test track.
Lotus builds world-class high-performance cars, born out of legendary success on the racetrack including 13 FIA Formula 1 world titles and many other championship honours. In July 2021 Lotus unveiled the all-new Lotus Emira, its last petrol-powered sports car and best-of-breed, and in July 2019 it launched the Evija, the world’s first all-electric British hypercar.
The latest new model from Lotus is the Eletre. Unveiled in March 2022, it has the soul of a sports car and the usability of an SUV. It is pure electric and represents a clear vision of the future ambition of the company.
The ongoing transformation of Lotus, from a UK sports car company to a global performance car business and brand, is laid out in the company’s Vision80 strategy. It states what Lotus will be in 2028 when we celebrate our 80th anniversary. We welcome talented, creative, and motivated people to join us on our journey.
We offer you all the advantages of working for a prestigious high-tech automotive company. You will find a purpose-built facility; with all the tools and equipment you need to do an outstanding job. You will benefit from our fast-paced learning environment and our track record in designing and manufacturing thoroughbred sports cars over the last seven decades.
What we offer you
In addition to a competitive salary, you will have access to the following benefits:
- 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
- Hybrid working
- Half day finish on a Friday
- 6% pension contribution
- Discretionary annual bonus scheme, based on your contribution and the performance of the company
- Private Healthcare
- Group income protection based on length of service
- Paid time off for medical appointments
- Family Friendly policies
- Exclusive Employee discount, wellbeing, and recognition platform #ForUSLOT
We reserve the right to close this role early if a high volume of applicants is received.
