Firmware Engineer

1872 Consulting; Tees Valley; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Tees Valley is seeking a Firmware Engineer to drive new product development and provide product support. The ideal candidate will have experience with embedded software and C programming, and will troubleshoot issues on custom control boards. This hybrid role includes working in the Cleveland area and requires eligibility to work in the US. The company offers a supportive team environment focused on innovation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Software Development, or equivalent work experience.
• Knowledgeable with common software development practices.
• Effective interpersonal and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Designing and developing software for company testers and devices.
• Engaging in all phases of development.
• Troubleshooting low level controller/software related problems.

Skills

C programming

Embedded software development

Communication protocols (I2C, SPI)

Customer service orientation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Software Development

Tools

Integrated Development Environments (IDEs)

Segger J-Link

Oscilloscope

Job description

We are looking for a Firmware Engineer to play a key role in new product development and existing product support. Reporting to the Firmware Supervisor, the successful candidate will enhance, troubleshoot, research, and resolve embedded software challenges on custom designed controller boards.

This company has been a leading provider of material durability testing products since 1956. They manufacture laboratory test equipment like weathering testers, light stability testers, and corrosion testers, and also offer contract testing services for weathering and corrosion. With global facilities in the U.S., England, Germany, and China, their corporate headquarters and manufacturing center are near Cleveland.

Responsibilities

• Designing and developing software to work with company testers, devices, sensors, and other peripherals.
• Engaging in all phases of development, including concept, design, documentation, prototype, test and manufacturing.
• Writing touchscreen user interface software.
• Developing control systems algorithms to improve control system performance.
• Troubleshooting low level controller/software related problems.
• Writing test instructions, test reports, and engineering change notices.
• Open-minded and willing to adopt company's software development strategy.
• Recommending improvements to company's software development process.
• Providing technical assistance to the engineering, purchasing, service, sales, marketing, and production departments.

Education, Experience and Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Software Development, or has equivalent work experience.
• Knowledgeable with common software development practices and the C programming language.
• Knowledgeable with common embedded software development IDEs (integrated development environments) and debuggers (e.g. Segger J-Link).
• Knowledge of communication protocols is a plus (e.g. I2c, SPI).
• Knowledge of utilizing an oscilloscope for troubleshooting/data collection is a plus.
• Strong customer-service orientation. Effective interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Has a good sense of humor and a small ego.

Position Details

Hybrid. The office is located in the Cleveland area.
Must be eligible to work in the US without sponsorship.
W2 employees only. C2C candidates will not be considered.