What are the responsibilities and job description for the Firmware Engineer position at MVE Biological Solutions US, LLC?
MVE Biological Solutions is the leading global manufacturer of vacuum insulated products and cryogenic systems. More than 50 years ago, they set the standard for storage of biological materials at low temperatures. Today, they continue to exceed these standards. Industries from around the world look to MVE for excellence and innovation. Their solutions empower industries to better utilize cryogenic technology. In this manner, MVE continues to make a vital contribution in today’s biomedical life sciences industry.
Position Summary:
The Firmware Engineer will be responsible for providing firmware and software solutions at MVE Biological Solutions’ Ball Ground, Georgia location. Their role will ensure that projects achieve desired outcomes from product definition through commercialization. This role will collaborate on a team to define and achieve the objectives and goals required to complete projects on time and within budget.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Develops embedded systems by designing and developing firmware solutions.
Determines operational feasibility by evaluating analysis, problem definition, requirements, solution development, and proposed solutions.
Investigates problem areas.
Develop firmware solutions that meet product design specifications
Follows the software development lifecycle.
Documents and demonstrates solutions by developing documentation, flowcharts, layouts, diagrams, charts, code comments and clear code.
Protects operations by keeping information confidential.
Provides information by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing development and service issues.
Accomplishes engineering and organization mission by completing related results as needed.
Competencies:
Firmware design, testing, debugging, and documentation, including sequence diagrams, system architecture
Experience programming ARM and PIC microcontrollers
Firmware experience using programming languages such as Rust, C , C# and Python
Familiarity with various operating systems (Linux, Mac OS, Windows, Android)
Testing and troubleshooting experience utilizing multimeters, oscilloscopes, logic, and spectrum analyzers
Experience with communication protocols, such as I2C, SPI, USB, RS-232, TCP/IP
Experience with power management (AC and battery power) for low voltage devices
Good communication skills, both written and oral
Ability to work well both independently and as part of an integrated team
Good communication skills, both written and oral
Ability to work well both independently and as part of an integrated team
Familiarity with revision control systems, unit testing, CI/CD, BDD and TDD
Preferred Skills:
Development targeting Toradex SoMs
Yocto project embedded Linux build and deployment
Qt/Qml embedded UI experience
MQTT and HTTP protocols for IoT devices
Familiarity with the Medical Device Directive/Regulation (MDD/MDR), ISO 13485, FDA design controls or similar medical device regulatory requirements
Education Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent related discipline
Professional Experience
Demonstrated experience in embedded software development and release
A minimum of 1 years’ experience in product development in a regulated industry: medical device (preferred), pharmaceutical, aerospace, etc.
Personal Attributes:
Passion for, and alignment with MVE’s mission, vision, values & operating principles
Passion for working in a values-based company in alignment with a learning organization
An individual who brings strong core values, quality, ethics, and integrity
A collaborative team player who embraces and champions the culture
Strong work ethic and ability to deliver results
Meet commitments in a dynamic environment
Welcoming of differing views and opinions
Exceptional organizational and planning skills, strong analytical abilities, and process orientation
Desires to own decisions and take responsibility for outcomes
Willingness to travel when required
Willingness to continually embrace personal and professional development
Physical Work Environment Will Require:
Ability to work in an office environment
Ability to move around an office, lab, and production floor to address production issues relating to products and equipment
Ability to sit, stand, and/or walk for 8 hrs/day
Occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs., occasional heavier lifting
MVE Biological Solution is an equal opportunity employer