Job Title: Embedded Software Engineer – Motor ControlType: PermanentLocation: Livingston, ScotlandRight to Work: UK requiredSalary: £50,000 to £65,000 DOEAn exciting opportunity has arisen for an Embedded Software Engineer – Motor Control in Livingston to join an established engineering organisation developing advanced electronic control systems for demanding, safety-critical applications.This role sits within a specialist R&D team focused on real-time motor control, precision movement and load handling systems used in challenging real-world environments.The Role:As an Embedded Software Engineer – Motor Control, you will design, develop and validate embedded software for advanced electronic control systems, working closely with hardware and systems engineers to deliver high-reliability solutions.Your responsibilities will include:• Developing embedded software for real-time motor control systems• Designing, implementing and tuning motor-control algorithms for hydraulic and Sepex motors• Working with microcontrollers, RTOS and real-time embedded environments• Integrating software with bespoke electronic control hardware• Supporting software validation, verification and testing activities• Ensuring compliance with functional safety standards such as ISO 13849 and IEC 61508• Supporting EMC, CE and regulatory compliance activities• Producing technical documentation for software design and validationYou will collaborate closely with cross-functional engineering teams to deliver robust, safety-critical products.Skills & Experience:• Strong Embedded C/C++ experience in commercial environments• Proven motor control development experience, including PWM, closed-loop, torque and speed control• Experience with hydraulic or Sepex motor systems• Experience working with microcontrollers and RTOS• CAN bus and serial communication protocol experience• Understanding of safety-critical software development practices• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills• Clear written and verbal communication skillsDesirable Experience:• Knowledge of ISO 13849 or IEC 61508 functional safety standards• Familiarity with MISRA C guidelines• Understanding of cybersecurity principles for embedded systems• Experience with Agile or waterfall development processesQualifications:• Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electronics or a related disciplineIf you’re an Embedded Software Engineer – Motor Control in Livingston looking to work on technically challenging, safety-critical embedded systems within a collaborative engineering environment, this role offers strong long-term potential.Interested? Get in touch to discuss the role in more detail or apply directly:Shammi Choudhury | 07441 347 401 | schoudhury@octagongroup.co.uk