Embedded Software Engineer – Thermal Management
First seen by Alion on Sep 15, 2026.
Are you an experienced Embedded Software Engineer with a passion for control systems and vehicle technology? Do you enjoy working with complex systems that have a direct impact on vehicle performance, energy efficiency, and customer experience? Then this could be your next opportunity.
ALTEN is now looking for an Embedded Software Engineer for an assignment towards one of our clients within the automotive industry. In this role, you will contribute to the development of software solutions within Thermal Management, helping to create efficient and sustainable vehicle systems for future transport solutions.
About the role
As an Embedded Software Engineer, you will be part of a team responsible for the development and maintenance of application software controlling thermal management systems. The work includes both new feature development and continuous improvements of existing functionality.
This position is well suited for an engineer who enjoys combining technical depth with a system perspective, while contributing to the development of complex mechatronic systems.
Main responsibilities
- Develop and maintain embedded software for thermal management applications
- Perform requirements breakdown, software design, implementation, testing, and verification
- Support system tuning, calibration, and functional verification activities
- Contribute to the development of new features and functionality
- Drive quality and readiness activities before software releases
- Support system integration and verification in simulation, rig, and vehicle environments
- Contribute to technical roadmaps, methods, and continuous improvements
Your profile
You are a self-driven and solution-oriented engineer with a genuine interest in embedded systems and technology. You enjoy solving complex technical challenges and collaborating with colleagues across different functions and locations.
We see that you have:
- M.Sc. in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or equivalent
- Experience in Embedded Software Development
- Experience with control strategy development and software verification
- Experience with functional verification and system calibration
- Good communication skills in English, both written and spoken
- Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional and international environment
Meritorious:
- Knowledge of automotive thermal management systems
- Experience with SIL, MIL, or HIL testing
- Experience with MATLAB, Simulink, TargetLink, Jenkins, Embedded Coder, C, C++, or Python
- Experience planning, performing, and analyzing rig or vehicle testing
- Experience working within the automotive industry
- C or CE driving license
We warmly welcome your application already today!
About ALTEN
ALTEN is one of Europe’s largest engineering and IT consulting companies with over 57,000 employees in around 30 countries. Our engineers carry out advanced projects throughout the product development cycle for leading companies in sectors such as Automotive, Aerospace, Energy, and Life Sciences.
In Sweden, we are about 1,300 committed employees across 9 cities – from Lund in the south to Skellefteå in the north. For the fifth consecutive year, ALTEN has been recognized as one of Sweden’s most attractive employers by Karriärföretagen, thanks to our strong focus on career development, innovation, and engineering excellence.
Visit www.alten.se to learn more about us.