Engineer Firmware 1

Daikin is the world's largest HVAC manufacturing company with offices located globally. Our Daikin Texas Technology Park is based in Greater Houston, TX. We are seeking entry level Engineers to help develop firmware for our consumer appliances and Smart Home devices (Air Handler, Furnace, Thermostat, Smart Home devices, wired and wireless sensors, and IoT Edge devices). You will learn to develop embedded C code based on complex flow charts, state diagram to control electromechanical systems, develop firmware stacks for RS-485 based communication.

Position Responsibilities May Include: 

     Technical:

• Develop firmware for consumer appliances and Smart Home devices - Air Handler, Furnace, Thermostat, Smart Home devices, wired and wireless sensors, IoT Edge devices 
• Develop embedded C code based on complex flow chart, state diagram to control electromechanical system 
• Develop firmware stack for RS-485 based communication 
• Perform detailed bench and lab testing of firmware 
• Analyze system requirements and translate them into firmware specifications 

     Other: 

• Interface well with other teams to perform root cause analysis and develop solutions to production problems. 
• Coordinate with production engineering and maintenance teams to lead equipment repairs and projects. 
• Perform additional projects/duties to support ongoing business needs. 

Nature & Scope:

• Possesses a broad theoretical job knowledge typically obtained through advanced education 
• Has no discretion to deviate from established procedures by performing structured work assignments 
• Work is closely supervised 
• Problems faced are not typically difficult nor complex 
• Explains facts, policies and practices related to job area 

Knowledge & Skills:

    Technical:

• Programming Language for Embedded Systems (E.g. Embedded C or C ) 
• Programming for microcontrollers (Microchip, Atmel, ST, Renesas or equivalent)
• Serial communication.

     Process:

• Software Project Management and Lifecycle 
• Familiarity with software testing and verification techniques 
• Excellence in Microsoft office tools - including Advanced Excel, MS Project, PowerPoint, MS Word, Automation via VBA and Macro and SharePoint 
• Shall posses excellent communication, ability to explain complex technical contents, desire to work in diverse, cross-functional team and work towards common objective 
• Proven repeated experience with development and troubleshooting of firmware in embedded systems using C & C . 
• Familiarity with software testing and verification techniques 
• Knowledge of software design patterns and best practices 
• Ability to apply good judgement, strong work ethics and integrity on the job. 

Experience:

• 0-2 years of relevant experience 

Education/Certification:

• Bachelors in Engineering degree with a computer engineering focus required 

People Management: No 

Physical Requirements / Work Environment:

Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations. 

Reports To: Manager, Software Engr. 

The Company provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of a person’s race, color, religion (including religious dress or grooming practices), creed, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, uniform service member or veteran status, ancestry, disability, physical or mental disability (including HIV/AIDS), medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, request for protected leave, marital status, sex, pregnancy, age (over 40), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company will comply with all federal and state regulations and statutes pertaining to individuals with disabilities.