Our client, a leading innovator in maritime design and technology is currently seeking a Principal Controls Engineer (EV) to join their team. The successful candidate will lead model-based control and algorithm development for Energy Solution products like Battery Management, High Power DC charging and Propulsion systems. The Principal Controls Engineer (EV) will: Support in the application of Functional Safety, working with the company software quality / safety management processes and technical specialists. Carry out MIL and SIL testing within the software development environment. Plant model development to support SIL/MIL test activities. Perform analysis of system requirements and support decomposition and authoring of control / software requirements. Grow and lead the Control Engineering function within the department and maintaining the development processes and toolchain. Develop feature and algorithm for performance, user experience and safety functionality covering a range of energy products from standalone batteries through propulsion. The Principal Controls Engineer (EV) will have: BSc /BEng degree in a relevant engineering discipline (Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Control Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Aerospace Engineering). Experience with MATLAB Simulink, Stateflow, Simscape / data communication protocols including CAN, RS-485 and RS-232. 5+ years working as a Controls Engineer with experience gained in electrification / e-mobility ..... full job details .....