About this role
About Frencken
Frencken Group is a global technology solutions provider and strategic manufacturing partner serving leading companies in the semiconductor, analytical, medical, industrial automation, and aerospace industries. At Frencken Mechatronics, we design and manufacture high-precision mechatronic systems and modules, working at the forefront of innovation in a dynamic, international environment.
Currently, we are hiring a mechatronics engineer with strong programming skills who develops software for the control, communication, automation, and diagnostics of mechatronic products.
Responsibilities
- Developing software for mechatronic prototypes, products and production tooling using Python, C and C++
- Designing and implementing firmware for motor control, sensor data acquisition, and communication for embedded systems
- Writing scripts for test automation, measurement data analysis, and system validation
- Debugging hardware-software issues using measurement equipment and software tools
- Improving software quality, reliability, maintainability, and performance
- Collaborating with mechanical and electrical engineers to realize complete mechatronic products
Required Knowledge and Skills
- A bachelor's or master's degree in Embedded Systems, Computer Science, Mechatronics, Systems & Control or a related field
- 2-5 years of practical experience in designing firmware for real-time embedded systems
- Experience with C, C++ and Python, including debugging and test automation development
- Experience implementing sensor interfaces and motor control applications in embedded motion control systems, including position control and FOC (Field-Oriented Control)
- Knowledge of verification, validation and system qualification methodologies
- Strong system-level understanding of mechatronic systems
- Good communication skills in English and experience working within multidisciplinary teams
- Experience with EtherCAT, particularly SOEM (Simple Open EtherCAT Master) and SOES (Simple Open EtherCAT Slave), is a plus
- Experience designing test frameworks or test automation architectures is a plus
What We Offer
- An attractive employment package with a competitive salary
- Annual bonus scheme
- 40 days of holiday per year (incl 13 ADV days)
- Travel allowance and pension scheme
- Opportunities for professional development and technical training
- The chance to work on innovative high-tech products and advanced mechatronic systems
- An open, collaborative and international working environment with experienced engineering professionals
- Career growth opportunities within a global technology organization
Interested? Apply today!