Control Systems Engineer

MATLAB/Simulink Control Systems Modeller
 Job Type: PermanentSecurity Clearance: Must be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance (SC)About the Role
Morson Edge is supporting a leading defence technology organisation in the recruitment of a MATLAB/Simulink Control Systems Modeller to join its growing engineering team at Dorset Innovation Park.This is an exciting opportunity to work on advanced maritime and defence programmes, developing sophisticated control systems for next-generation naval and underwater platforms. You'll play a key role in the modelling, simulation, design and validation of complex control algorithms, working alongside multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver innovative solutions for the UK MOD and international customers.If you're passionate about Model-Based Design, control theory and solving complex engineering challenges using MATLAB and Simulink, this is an excellent opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in a highly collaborative environment.Key Responsibilities

Develop and maintain dynamic system models using MATLAB and Simulink.Design, implement and validate advanced control algorithms for complex engineering systems.Apply Model-Based Design techniques throughout the system development lifecycle.Perform system modelling, simulation, analysis and performance evaluation.Support Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) and Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) integration and testing.Collaborate with software, systems and electronics engineers to deliver integrated control solutions.Produce technical documentation to support design reviews, verification and validation activities.Participate in system integration, laboratory testing and sea trials where required.Contribute to continuous improvement of modelling tools, processes and engineering standards.
Essential Skills & Experience

Degree in Control Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics or a related engineering discipline.Strong commercial experience using MATLAB and Simulink.Experience in control systems modelling, simulation and validation.Knowledge of control systems theory and dynamic system modelling.Experience applying Model-Based Design methodologies.Understanding of system verification and validation techniques.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary engineering teams.
Desirable Experience

Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) and/or Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) testing.Experience with Simscape, Stateflow or Embedded Coder.Experience within defence, aerospace, maritime, automotive or other highly regulated engineering sectors.Knowledge of the systems engineering lifecycle.Experience developing control systems for complex electromechanical or autonomous systems.
What's on Offer

Opportunity to work on cutting-edge defence and maritime technologies.Permanent position with long-term career development.Collaborative and highly technical engineering environment.Exposure to innovative projects supporting UK and international defence programmes.Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.Opportunities to support system integration, laboratory testing and sea trials.