Inertial Solutions Systems Engineer

siwaresystems; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Si-Ware Systems in Riyadh is seeking an Inertial Solutions Systems Engineer to validate inertial systems, develop automated tests, and analyze data. The role emphasizes hardware debugging, firmware review of SPI/I2C interfaces, and collaboration with design and production teams.

The ideal candidate holds a BSc/MSc in electrical/mechanical/mechatronics engineering, with Saudi Council of Engineers membership mandatory and strong English communication.

Qualifications

• C programming is required.
• Proficiency in Python is a plus.
• Experience with inertial testing is a plus.
• Familiarity with PCB fabrication and layout is a plus.
• Ability to analyze and visualize test data is important.
• Hands-on lab equipment experience (oscilloscopes, analyzers, DMMs) is desirable.
• Understanding SPI/I2C interfaces is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain automated test plans, scripts, and device drivers for high-speed data acquisition and performance characterization.
• Use lab equipment to diagnose and troubleshoot signal integrity issues and protocol errors on PCBs.
• Process, clean, and analyze datasets from testing runs.
• Review, trace, and debug C-based firmware focusing on sensor logic, state machines, calibration, and registers.
• Create and maintain clear, high-quality validation reports, test procedures, and bug reports; collaborate with design, firmware, and production teams.

Skills

C Programming

Python

Inertial Testing

PCB Fabrication & Layout

Data Analysis & Visualization

Laboratory Equipment

Embedded Systems

Education

BSc or MSc in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics Engineering or related

Job description

The Inertial Solutions Systems Engineer will support the validation and characterization of Si-Ware's inertial systems. This role focuses on test automation, embedded design, hardware debugging, and testing to ensure the high performance and reliability of our inertial products.

What You Will Do

• Test Automation & Execution: Develop and maintain robust automated test plans, scripts, and proprietary device drivers for high-speed data acquisition, control, and performance characterization.

• Hardware Debugging & Signal Integrity: Utilize advanced laboratory equipment, including high-bandwidth Oscilloscopes, Logic/Protocol Analyzers, and Digital Multimeters (DMMs), to perform hardware diagnostics. Proactively troubleshoot and isolate root causes for signal integrity issues and communication protocol errors on Printed Circuit Boards.

• Advanced Data Analysis & Reporting: Process, clean, and analyze datasets generated from testing runs.

• Embedded Firmware Analysis: Deeply review, trace, and debug C-based firmware to gain a complete understanding of sensor logic, internal state machines, calibration. Focus on validating the correct implementation of digital interfaces, like SPI and I2C communication protocols, and register configurations.

• Documentation & Collaboration: Create and maintain clear, high-quality technical documentation, including validation reports, test procedures, and bug reports. Collaborate closely with design, firmware, and production teams to drive issues to resolution.

• Citizenship: This role is open to Saudi Nationals in line with local employment regulations.

• Education: BSc or MSc in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics Engineering or a strictly related engineering degree.

• SCE Membership: Engineer membership in the Saudi Council of Engineers (Engineer Grade category) is mandatory for this role.

Technical Skills

• C Programming: Required (Must).

• Python: Proficiency is a plus.

• Inertial Testing: Knowledge is a plus.

• PCB Fabrication & Layout: Knowledge is a plus.

• Data Analysis & Visualization: Ability to interpret data to guide engineering decisions is a plus.

• Laboratory Equipment: Hands-on experience with equipment such as Oscilloscopes, Logic/Protocol Analyzers, and DMMs is a plus.

• Embedded Systems: Understanding of digital interfaces (SPI, I2C) is a plus.

Soft Skills & Attributes

• Self-starter with strong quantitative analysis and problem-solving skills.

• Team-oriented with effective verbal and written communication skills.

• Creative and innovative mindset with a proactive, initiative-taking attitude.

• Ability to communicate proactively across teams and perform under pressure.

• Comfortable working in the dynamic, fast-paced environment of a growing high-tech product company.

• Excellent documentation skills.

• Very good command of English (written and spoken).