Control Software Engineer

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Vila Nova de Gaia, PT Until 10/4/2026 First posted May 27, 2026 Last posted August 5, 2026
Job description

Control Software Engineer

At Capgemini Engineering, the world leader in engineering services, we bring together a global team of engineers, scientists, and architects to help the world’s most innovative companies unleash their potential. From autonomous cars to life-saving robots, our digital and software technology experts think outside the box as they provide unique R&D and engineering services across all industries. Join us for a career full of opportunities. Where you can make a difference. Where no two days are the same.

Your role:

As a Control Software Engineer, you will develop and validate advanced control solutions for power-electronic converters, ensuring grid-code compliance and reliable operation under weak-grid and disturbed-grid conditions. You will contribute to the modelling, analysis, and optimization of converter-based systems, supporting the successful integration of renewable energy assets into modern power networks.

Your profile:

  • Strong background in power electronics, electrical machines, and converter control
  • Expertise with MATLAB/Simulink, Simscape, and model‑based development
  • Experience with generator‑side converter control, torque control, and machine‑drive systems
  • Proficiency with embedded C/C++, real‑time firmware development, and microcontroller/DSP programming
  • Solid understanding of dq0 control, observer‑based algorithms, current‑control loops, and machine dynamics
  • Experience with real‑time validation (HIL/CHIL) and laboratory testing

What You’ll Love About Working Here:

  • Join a multicultural and inclusive team environment
  • Enjoy a supportive atmosphere promoting work-life balance
  • Hybrid work
  • Your career growth is central to our mission. Our array of career growth programs and diverse professionals are crafted to support you in exploring a world of opportunities
  • Access valuable training and certifications in cutting-edge technologies
  • Engage in exciting national and international projects
  • Health and life insurance
  • Referral program with bonuses for talent recommendations
  • Great office locations

About Capgemini:

Capgemini is an AI-powered global business and technology transformation partner, delivering tangible business value. We imagine the future of organizations and make it real with AI, technology, and people. With our strong heritage of nearly 60 years, we are a responsible and diverse group of 420,000 team members in more than 50 countries. We deliver end-to-end services and solutions with our deep industry expertise and strong partner ecosystem, leveraging our capabilities across strategy, technology, design, engineering and business operations.

About this role

Summary

Develop control solutions for power-electronic converters, ensuring grid compliance and system reliability.

Job title

Control Software Engineer

Experience level

null

Industry

software

Location requirements

Vila Nova de Gaia, PT; hybrid work allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

MATLAB/SimulinkSimscapemodel‑based developmentembedded C/C++real‑time firmwaremicrocontroller/DSP programmingdq0 controlobserver‑based algorithmscurrent‑control loopsmachine dynamicsHIL/CHIL

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

power electronicsembedded C/C++model‑based developmentreal‑time firmwarepower systems
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal

Hybrid City