Embedded Controls Lead — Real-Time Fuel-Injection Systems

Newlight; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in California is seeking an Embedded Controls Engineer Lead to architect, implement, and validate real-time ECU controlling hydrogen-diesel combustion at sea. This role involves leading embedded engineers, overseeing firmware development, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in embedded systems and a passion for clean maritime technology. This position is on-site and offers a unique opportunity to impact emissions reduction.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience delivering real-time embedded control systems in production environments.
• Expertise in timers, input capture synchronization, PWM/valve control, DMA pipelines.
• Solid understanding of safety-critical IO handling and diagnostic architecture.

Responsibilities

• Own the embedded firmware roadmap and architecture.
• Lead and mentor embedded engineers.
• Validate performance with SIL/HIL, test benches, and full-scale engines.

Skills

Real-time embedded control systems

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Control-system fundamentals

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics

Tools

C programming

FreeRTOS

Python/MATLAB

Job description

A leading technology company in California is seeking an Embedded Controls Engineer Lead to architect, implement, and validate real-time ECU controlling hydrogen-diesel combustion at sea. This role involves leading embedded engineers, overseeing firmware development, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in embedded systems and a passion for clean maritime technology. This position is on-site and offers a unique opportunity to impact emissions reduction.