Software Validation Engineer

Software Validation Engineer Location: Gaydon - Onsite Start Day: ASAP Contract Rate: £400 per day inside IR35 Duration: 6 months initially Role Overview Our client is seeking a SW Validation Engineer to support the validation of in‑house embedded software for next‑generation charging and discharging products. Working in an Agile, office‑based environment, you’ll play a key role in delivering high‑quality charging system software using HIL systems and test automation, ensuring compliance with functional safety and quality standards. Key Responsibilities * Lead validation of embedded software for charging/discharging systems * Develop and execute test plans aligned to the product roadmap * Write test cases, identify automation opportunities and implement test frameworks * Ensure full traceability between requirements, DVPs, standards and test cases * Validate accuracy, repeatability and quality of test data and results * Support smoke testing and software release activities * Lead issue resolution using structured problem‑solving techniques * Collaborate with developers, product owners, test specialists and senior stakeholders * Deliver validation activities on time and to quality, with some shift/overtime as required Skills & Experience Essential: * Strong experience in embedded software validation * Testing of ASIL‑rated software with knowledge of ISO 26262 * Understanding of charging technology and/or power electronics (AC/DC, DC/DC) * Hands‑on experience with dSPACE toolsets * Excellent debugging and root‑cause analysis skills * Experience with smoke testing and software releases * Programming in Python, C and/or C++ * Agile/Scrum and CI/CD experience (GitLab, Jenkins, Jira) * MSc/MEng or equivalent in Software, Electronics or similar * Highly motivated, organised and able to prioritise effectively Desirable: * Experience with charging systems or power electronics validation * Test automation toolchains and vehicle networks knowledge * Experience with high‑voltage, high‑power real‑time embedded systems (up to 1000V / 250kW+) * Strong communication, stakeholder engagement and independent working skills If you have the relevant skills and experience, please do apply promptly to be considered