Embedded Software Engineer (Contract)

Communications & Power Industries (CPI); Georgetown; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in electronic components seeks an embedded software engineer to develop software for medical x-ray generators. The role involves design, testing, and collaboration with cross-functional teams, requiring 5 years of experience in embedded systems and programming. Join an innovative team committed to excellence.

Benefits

Health and wellness programs

Career development opportunities

Retirement savings plan with company match

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience required in embedded programming and relevant technologies.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test embedded software for medical x-ray generators.
• Collaborate with teams to define software specifications.
• Debug and troubleshoot across software and hardware domains.

Skills

Embedded C/C++ programming

Microcontrollers

Real-Time OS

Multi-Threading

Communication skills

Education

University Technical Degree

Tools

Logic Analyser

Oscilloscope

Job description

Description

SHAPING THE FUTURE THROUGH INNOVATION AND DISCOVERY!

With a history spanning more than seven decades, Communications & Power Industries’ thousands of products have impacted people’s lives in numerous unseen ways every day. Our highly engineered products serve as the backbone of modern-day commercial and military communications systems, assist in diagnosing medical conditions, empower scientific discoveries and space exploration, and much more.

CPI is headquartered in Plano, Texas and is a global manufacturer of electronic components and subsystems. We have manufacturing locations in the United States, Canada, Europe, and Asia. With a heritage of technological excellence, our team serves customers in the communications, defense, medical, industrial, and scientific markets.

WHAT WE OFFER:

Whether you are a seasoned professional or just embarking on your career, CPI is an ideal place to expand your knowledge and expertise. We cultivate a healthy, dynamic, and team-oriented environment that empowers our employees to develop, create and deliver innovative, reliable technology solutions to power, connect, protect, and support a better tomorrow.

We offer our employees an attractive compensation package with competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including health and wellness programs, career development, generous retirement savings plan with company match and more!

YOUR DAY TO DAY:

Reporting to the Software Engineering Manager, you will work in the R&D group to develop and maintain embedded software for use in medical X-Ray Generators. This position will last approximately 12 months.

YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE TO:

• Design, develop, and test embedded object orientated software for medical x-ray generators.
• Optimize system performance, stability and scalability.
• Collaborate with hardware and software teams to define software specifications and ensure seamless integration
• Debug and troubleshoot issues across software and hardware domains.
• Develop and maintain detailed documentation, including requirements and design specifications.
• Interface with cross functional teams, customers, and end users.
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies in embedded systems.

YOU ARE THE RIGHT PERSON FOR THIS JOB IF YOU HAVE:

• University Technical Degree
• Minimum 5 years’ work experience in:
  • Embedded C/C++ programming
  • Microcontrollers
  • Real-Time OS
  • Multi-Threading
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills

POSITION ASSETS:

• Experience in designing and troubleshooting of hard real-time control systems.
• Experience in RS232, CAN Bus, I2C, SPI and Ethernet communications, ADC and DAC.
• Ability to understand electrical schematics, understanding of basic electrical principals such as induction, capacitance, three-phase current etc.
• Ability to use Logic Analyser and Oscilloscope.
• Ability to travel internationally - ~5%

WHO WE ARE:

We value the unique and diverse skills, qualities, and backgrounds that each employee brings to CPI, and we respect each employee as an integral member of our growing team. CPI is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all current and prospective employees, as well as to promoting a culture of inclusion and respect for everyone. We celebrate the innovation that diversity creates in the work environment, and we recognize that each employee brings their own unique capabilities, experiences, and perspectives to the organization. It is this variety that adds value to our teams, as well as to our stakeholders. We welcome and encourage applicants to reach their full potential with us.

CPI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics.