KONČAR – Electrical Engineering Institute is a dynamic company with many years of experience in the areas of electrical engineering, rail vehicles and infrastructure, laboratory testing, diagnostics, and certification.

As a leader in providing innovative and reliable embedded solutions for the railway industry. We specialize in designing cutting-edge technologies that drive the efficiency, safety, and performance of railway systems. We are looking for a talented Embedded Application Engineer to join our team and play a key role in the development of advanced embedded applications that power critical railway systems.

Job description:

As an Embedded Application Engineer, you will be responsible for developing and implementing high-level software functionality for embedded systems in the railway domain using graphical programming tools. Your role will be essential in translating domain-specific requirements into functional software that directly impacts train control systems, signaling solutions, communication systems, and more. You will collaborate closely with cross-disciplinary teams to ensure that your software integrates seamlessly with hardware and meets the highest safety and performance standards.

Key responsibilities:

• Application Development: Design, develop, and implement high-level software for embedded systems used in railway applications, such as train control, signaling, and monitoring systems
• Graphical Programming Tools: Utilize proprietary graphical programming environments (similar to MATLAB/Simulink, LabVIEW) to create application logic and functionality for embedded systems
• System Integration: Work with embedded hardware and software engineers to integrate functionality into embedded systems, ensuring compatibility and optimal performance
• Domain Expertise: Apply your domain knowledge of railway systems to develop customized solutions that meet the specific needs of the railway industry
• Testing & Validation: Collaborate with testing teams to validate and verify the software, ensuring that it meets safety, reliability, and regulatory standards
• Collaboration: Work alongside embedded systems engineers, hardware teams, and domain specialists to deliver end-to-end solutions
• Documentation: Prepare and maintain comprehensive technical documentation for software design, functionality, and integration processes

Required skills and qualifications:

• Experience: Proven experience in embedded software development, with a focus on application-level programming for embedded systems in a domain-specific context (e.g., railway, automotive, industrial systems)
• Graphical Programming Tools: Experience using graphical programming tools such as MATLAB/Simulink, LabVIEW, or similar for embedded application development
• Programming Languages: Knowledge of high-level programming languages such as C, C++, or Python for embedded systems
• Domain Knowledge: Understanding of railway systems, including signalling, train control, and communication protocols, is a strong advantage
• Problem Solving: Strong analytical skills and the ability to implement robust, reliable software solutions
• System Integration: Experience in integrating application software with embedded hardware platforms
• Safety Standards: Familiarity with safety standards for the railway industry (e.g., EN 50126/8/9) is a plus
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams

Preferred qualifications:

• Educational Background: Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
• Experience in Railway Domain: Previous experience in the railway industry or working on embedded applications for transportation systems is highly desirable
• Certifications: Any relevant certifications in embedded systems or railway safety standards are advantageous

What do we offer:

• Work in a stable and promising company
• Work in a dynamic and challenging environment
• The friendly and supportive work atmosphere
• Stimulating and regular income according to the achieved results
• Paid additional education and professional programs for the improvement of knowledge and skills
• Christmas and Easter bonuses, holiday cash grants
• Above-average vacation days
• Additional days of paid leave (e.g., marriage, the birth of a child, moving…)
• Additional cash benefits (e.g., the birth of a child, completion of post-graduate studies…)
• 24-hour employee insurance against the consequences of an accident
• Regular medical check-ups
• Leisure time recreation
• Reimbursement of transportation costs to and from work
• Official mobile phone

If you're excited about making a meaningful impact on the railway sector through innovative embedded software development, we would love to hear from you!