Job Title: Firmware Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Firmware Engineer to develop new product software platform architectures. The role involves C/C programming on microprocessor and DSP-based products, and the use of various software and hardware tools for development and debugging. You will design, simulate, develop, and debug advanced control and signal processing algorithms, and perform root-cause analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop new product software platform architectures.
• Program in C/C on microprocessor and DSP-based products.
• Utilize software tools such as compilers/linkers, debuggers, in-circuit emulators, JTAG, bug-tracking systems, and source-code control/build systems for development and debugging.
• Design, simulate, develop, and debug advanced control and signal processing algorithms.
• Use hardware tools including oscilloscopes, DVMs, signal generators/analyzers, and LabView for software development and debugging.
• Conduct root-cause analysis.

Essential Skills

• C programming
• Firmware development
• Embedded C
• Baremetal programming
• C/C programming on microprocessors
• Experience working within regulated environments (IEC, EN, UL standards preferred)
• Platform development
• Full system design

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Product safety design experience
• Software application experience
• Digital signal processor knowledge
• Digital signal processing
• Failure mode analysis
• Fail-safe design
• Embedded system knowledge
• Hardware expertise
• Programming skills
• Experience with IEC, UL, EN standards
• JTAG knowledge
• Microcontroller experience
• RTOS experience
• WiFi and Bluetooth experience
• Algorithm development
• LabView experience
• Root cause analysis
• Experience with SPI, I2C, RS-232, RS-485, Modbus communication protocols

Work Environment

This position offers an opportunity to work in a regulated environment with products that have a significant impact on everyday life, allowing you to see the value of your work. You will work with technologies such as DSPs, ARM, and Silabs microprocessors, and perform tasks like Software FMEA and fail-safe design. The role involves testing, debugging, and characterizing sub-systems and systems, with a focus on communication protocols such as Modbus, SPI, I2C, RS-232, and RS-485. Knowledge of IEC, UL 1998, or EN 230/298 standards is preferred.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $62.00 - $72.00

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Derry,NH.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 17, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $62 - $72