Advanced ASIC / FPGA Embedded Engineer

Aleron; Middletown (RI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Advanced ASIC/FPGA Embedded Engineer for a contract-to-direct hire role. This position focuses on developing mission-critical electronics and underwater acoustic systems. The ideal candidate will leverage their extensive experience in embedded systems and FPGA design to create innovative solutions. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact the development of cutting-edge technologies in military-grade electronics. If you have a passion for engineering and thrive in collaborative environments, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in FPGA design, embedded systems, and digital hardware engineering.
• Strong experience with C/C++ for microcontroller firmware development.

Responsibilities

• Design and verify FPGA-based firmware components and conduct system-level testing.
• Develop embedded firmware and maintain technical documentation.

Skills

FPGA Design (VHDL)

Embedded Firmware Development (C/C++)

Digital Circuit Design

Linux Operating Systems

Technical Documentation

Communication Protocols (SPI, I2C, UART)

Lab Instrumentation (Oscilloscopes, Multimeters)

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

OrCAD Capture

Quartus

LabWindows/CVI

Git

Job description

Description

Advanced ASIC / FPGA Embedded Engineer
Location: Middletown, RI
Type: Contract-to-Direct Hire
Company: ACARA Solutions (on behalf of our client)

Overview:
ACARA Solutions, in partnership with our client in Middletown, RI, is seeking an experienced Advanced ASIC / FPGA Embedded Engineer for a contract-to-direct hire opportunity. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in embedded systems development, FPGA design, and digital hardware engineering, with a focus on developing mission-critical, military-grade electronics and underwater acoustic systems.

Key Responsibilities:

Design, implement, simulate, and verify FPGA-based firmware components.

Define timing constraints, pin assignments, and placement for FPGA designs; analyze synthesis and timing reports to resolve issues.

Develop and test embedded firmware for microcontroller-based systems using C/C++.

Design and simulate digital circuits for embedded applications.

Conduct hardware integration and system-level testing on target platforms.

Develop and maintain technical documentation including system specifications, design documents, test plans, and reports.

Build and support custom test systems, including software tools for validation.

Lead or participate in cross-functional engineering teams throughout the product development lifecycle.

Research and evaluate emerging technologies for integration into future systems.

Present technical findings, test results, and project status updates to stakeholders.

Required Experience and Skills:

Minimum 5 years of experience in the full engineering development lifecycle (requirements, design, implementation, testing).
At least 5 years of experience in FPGA design using VHDL, including simulation, verification, and timing closure.
5+ years of experience developing embedded firmware in C or C++ for microcontrollers.

Strong background in digital circuit design and analysis.

Proven experience working with Linux and embedded operating systems.

Familiarity with memory technologies, voltage regulation, ADCs/DACs, and standard low-level communication protocols (e.g., SPI, I2C, UART).

Proficient with lab instrumentation such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, and soldering tools.

Capable of generating technical documentation and conducting design reviews.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in military or defense-related electronics development.

Familiarity with acoustic systems or underwater sensor technology.

Leadership experience in engineering projects or cross-functional teams.

Job Requirements

Required Skills:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering or Science or Engineering or Mathematics.
• Minimum 5 years of experience with engineering development life cycle, including concept, requirements, and design, implementation and test phases
• Minimum 5 years of experience with writing technical documentation for embedded systems.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in FPGA design in VHDL, verification and timing closure.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in implementing microcontroller firmware in C or C++.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in digital circuit design.
• Minimum 5 years of experience with Linux and embedded operating systems.
• Minimum 5 years of experience with memory technologies, voltage regulation devices, ADCs, DACs, and common low-level communication interfaces.
• Minimum 5 years of experience with common lab equipment such as o-scopes, multi-meters, power supplies, and soldering.

Preferred Skills:

• OrCAD Capture, Quartus, LabWindows/CVI, Git.
• Soft-core processors (Nios and/or MicroBlaze).
• ARM-based microcontrollers.
• National Instruments data acquisition systems.

Additional Information:

• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check and a drug screen.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be needed to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the necessary employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
• Under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), all employees assigned to this client must provide documentation verifying their status as a 'U.S. Person,' as defined in ITAR clause 120.15. A U.S. Person is a protected individual under the anti-discrimination provisions of U.S. immigration laws.

Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.

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