Job Title: Embedded Engineer
Job Description

The Embedded Development Engineer II position requires hands-on experience and deep knowledge of firmware development, including bare-metal programming or commercial RTOS. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of analog and digital electronics and microcontroller systems. You will be responsible for firmware design, development of new products, and support of existing ones. This role demands productivity in a fast-paced, hands-on work environment, with frequent interaction with other engineers.

ResponsibilitiesDevelop, maintain, and document embedded firmware for new and existing products.Develop and maintain revision control of firmware code and repositories in Azure DevOps.Test, verify, and validate firmware on hardware using test tools such as oscilloscopes and various data acquisition systems.Lead and manage select business support projects.Develop product specifications and synthesize solutions with team members.Support manufacturability and serviceability in product designs.Support internal and external customers.Participate in field testing and debugging.Essential SkillsBachelor’s degree in electrical, computer, or software engineering.2-4 years of relevant experience.Solid 'C' language programming skills, along with associated compilers, debuggers, and command line tools.Experience working with embedded system hardware, specifically ARM Cortex and PIC architecture.Working knowledge of real-time operating systems, specifically Yocto Linux and FreeRTOS.Experience using oscilloscopes, meters, and other test equipment to analyze electronic component devices operating under control of developed software.Solid understanding of hardware, including microcontroller integration, analog, digital, and mixed signal electronics systems.Experience with programming serial protocols such as RS-232, I2C, and SPI.Additional Skills & QualificationsDirect experience in IoT technologies, including cellular and satellite communication, and data acquisition.Experience with creating firmware code for battery-powered, long-life, low-power applications.Demonstrated ability to design and execute experiments in the lab and in the field for product validation and troubleshooting.Experience interpreting electronic device data sheets and application notes.Experience with higher-level languages such as Python and C#.Work Environment

This role requires three days on-site and two days remote work. Up to 25% travel to manufacturing sites may be required.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $85000.00 - $110000.00/yr.

L.B. Foster in Pittsburgh offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being and security of their employees and their families. Here are some key benefits they provide:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Comprehensive coverage to ensure health and wellness.
Disability Insurance: Both short-term and long-term disability options.
Life Insurance: Includes supplemental and dependent life insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): For healthcare and dependent care expenses.
Paid Time Off: Paid holidays and a vacation policy that allows employees to defer up to 5 vacation days to the next calendar year.
Retirement Plans: Market-leading 401(k) plan with immediate eligibility and company match, along with a profit-sharing plan.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Support for personal and professional challenges.
Adoption Benefit: Financial assistance for adoption-related expenses.
Employee Appreciation Initiatives: Programs to recognize and reward employee contributions, including service awards and the President's award

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Pittsburgh,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 25, 2025.

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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.

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