PCS Firmware R&D Engineer

NHOA Group; Cosio Valtellino; Hybrid; EUR 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent contract

Flexible hybrid remote

Competitive salary

Welfare programs

International team

Job summary

NHOA Energy is seeking a PCS Firmware R&D Engineer to join our embedded systems team in Italy. Hybrid work model with Cosio Valtellino offices and occasional travel to Milan, plus international collaboration.

Design, develop, and maintain embedded firmware for power conversion systems, build peripheral drivers, and validate code on real PCS benches while leveraging AI-assisted tools to boost efficiency and quality.

Qualifications

• MSc in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Automation Engineering, Computer Science or a related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in embedded firmware development, ideally for inverters or Power Conversion Systems.
• Strong programming skills in C/C++ and solid knowledge of embedded systems.
• Hands-on experience with microcontrollers, peripheral drivers and communication protocols.
• Good understanding of real-time firmware development, debugging and testing.
• Good communication skills in both English and Italian.
• Analytical mindset, problem-solving attitude and ability to work in cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain embedded firmware for microcontroller-based power conversion systems, ensuring real‑time performance and reliability.
• Develop peripheral drivers and communication interfaces (ADC, PWM, sensors, protection systems and communication buses).
• Integrate control algorithms and auto-generated code into embedded firmware platforms.
• Develop supporting software tools for PCS testing, configuration, communication and data logging.
• Perform firmware debugging, functional testing and validation on embedded targets and real PCS test benches.
• Support firmware releases, version control, documentation and compliance with international coding standards.
• Collaborate with R&D and Commissioning teams during system integration, testing and on‑site commissioning activities.
• Leverage AI‑assisted development tools to improve coding efficiency and development processes.

Skills

C/C++ programming

Embedded systems

Real-time firmware development

Microcontroller peripherals

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

MSc in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Linux environments

ST microcontrollers

VHDL for Xilinx SoC

HIL testing platforms (RTDS, Typhoon HIL, OPAL-RT)

Job description

Company Description

NHOA Energy designs, delivers and services Battery Energy Storage Systems for utility-scale and industrial applications worldwide, based on proprietary technology. We operate through four regional hubs: Milan for EMEA, Houston for the Americas, Perth for Australia Pacific, Taipei for Asia. Our western power electronics secures performance, guarantees absolute cybersecurity and enables optimized system sizing, while our preferential Asian access offers a reliable, competitive, quality-assured battery supply. World-class engineering and grid integration and forming expertise, coupled with local construction and commissioning capabilities, make for a bankable turnkey delivery platform. NHOA Energy’s service platform combines global best practice with client proximity, enabling a tailored offering. We are committed to exceptional user experience, leveraging cutting‑edge pre‑emptive maintenance technology and immediate response capabilities to guarantee unparalleled availability. Innovation, human capital, organization, financial strength and a flawless reputation of excellence, integrity and sustainability are the basis of our competitive advantage.

Position

NHOA Energy is looking for a PCS Firmware R&D Engineer to join our R&D team.

What you’ll do

• Design, develop and maintain embedded firmware for microcontroller-based power conversion systems, ensuring real‑time performance and reliability.
• Develop peripheral drivers and communication interfaces (ADC, PWM, sensors, protection systems and communication buses).
• Integrate control algorithms and auto-generated code into embedded firmware platforms.
• Develop supporting software tools for PCS testing, configuration, communication and data logging.
• Perform firmware debugging, functional testing and validation on embedded targets and real PCS test benches.
• Support firmware releases, version control, documentation and compliance with international coding standards.
• Collaborate with R&D and Commissioning teams during system integration, testing and on‑site commissioning activities.
• Leverage AI‑assisted development tools to improve coding efficiency and development processes.

Requirements

• MSc in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Automation Engineering, Computer Science or a related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in embedded firmware development, ideally for inverters or Power Conversion Systems.
• Strong programming skills in C/C++ and solid knowledge of embedded systems.
• Hands‑on experience with microcontrollers, peripheral drivers and communication protocols.
• Good understanding of real‑time firmware development, debugging and testing.
• Good communication skills in both English and Italian.
• Analytical mindset, problem‑solving attitude and ability to work in cross‑functional teams.

Nice to have

• Experience with Linux environments and ST microcontrollers.
• Knowledge of VHDL programming for Xilinx SoC platforms.
• Familiarity with HIL testing platforms such as RTDS, Typhoon HIL or OPAL-RT.
• Understanding of inverter‑based resources, synchronous generator control and grid‑forming technologies.

Location

Hybrid remote and Cosio Valtellino (SO) Offices
Or Milan Offices: Willingness to travel monthly to the Cosio Valtellino test facility for firmware validation, with occasional travel abroad.

What We Offer

• Permanent full‑time contract
• Competitive salary starting from €35,000, aligned with seniority and experience, along with an attractive total rewards package including welfare programs, and additional company benefits.
• A flexible and innovative approach to remote working that adapts to your needs (see: www.familyworking.it)
• Ambitious and people‑centered work environment — we invest in your growth and well‑being
• Professional experience in an international setting, with a young and multicultural team (36+ nationalities)
• Cross‑functional collaboration to strengthen communication and teamwork skills

This announcement is addressed to both sexes, in accordance with Law 903/77 and Legislative Decree 198/2006, and to people of all ages and nationalities, in accordance with Legislative Decrees 215/03 and 216/03