Embedded Firmware Engineer

Actalent; Azusa (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent seeks an Embedded Firmware Engineer to take charge of firmware architecture and development for automotive controls. This role includes conducting solution design and implementing control systems across all product life cycle stages, necessitating strong expertise in embedded systems and automotive engineering. We're looking for a candidate eager to innovate in a creative engineering environment that values work-life balance and professional growth.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Company-paid basic life and disability insurance

401(k) and matching

Employee Assistance Program

Vacation and Paid Time Off

Family-oriented culture and work-life balance

Health and wellness programs

Employee Referral Program

Education Assistance Program

Discounts on family entertainment and products

Qualifications

• 7+ years in RTOS environments needed.
• Experience with automotive communication protocols like CANbus, UDS, and LIN required.
• Proficient in high-level programming languages such as C#, C++, or Python.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive firmware architecture for automotive powertrain controls.
• Design projects and plan pre-development activities.
• Integrate complex control systems through product life cycle.

Skills

Firmware development

Embedded C

Automotive engineering

Signal processing

Integration

Control systems

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

Matlab/Simulink

J1979 standards

J1850 standards

ISO9141 standards

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Job Description

The Embedded Firmware Engineer will define and drive firmware architecture and development flow. This role includes solution design, project scoping, and pre-development planning to support automotive powertrain controls. The Firmware Engineer will also develop control systems throughout the entire product life cycle, including signal processing and modification, instrumentation, GUI, and mobile app integration.

Job Title: Embedded Firmware Engineer

Job Description

The Embedded Firmware Engineer will define and drive firmware architecture and development flow. This role includes solution design, project scoping, and pre-development planning to support automotive powertrain controls. The Firmware Engineer will also develop control systems throughout the entire product life cycle, including signal processing and modification, instrumentation, GUI, and mobile app integration.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive firmware architecture and development flow.
• Design solutions and scope projects for automotive powertrain controls.
• Plan and support pre-development activities.
• Develop control systems from inception through the product life cycle.
• Integrate signal processing and modification, instrumentation, GUI, and mobile app features.
  
  

Essential Skills

• Expertise in firmware development with Embedded C.
• Experience in an RTOS environment for over 7 years.
• Knowledge of automotive engineering and powertrain controls.
• Proficiency in J1979, J1850, ISO9141 standards.
• Experience in bare metal development.
• Proficiency in C programming.
  
  

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering or Computer Science.
• Experience with high-level programming languages such as C#, C++, or Python.
• Familiarity with Matlab/Simulink.
• Experience with automotive communication protocols like CANbus, USB, UDS, LIN, automotive ethernet, and SENT communications.
  
  

Work Environment

Join a mid-sized engineering team focused on innovation in the automotive industry. Work in an environment that fosters creativity and passion for automotive engineering.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $150000.00 - $180000.00/yr.

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Company-paid basic life, AD&D and long-term disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program, a confidential program dedicated to supporting the emotional health and well-being of our employees and their families

401(k) and 401(k) matching

Vacation, Paid Time Off and Sick Leave

Perks

A family-oriented culture that promotes work-life balance; an incredible and effective leadership team that genuinely cares about its team members

Open door policy, promote from within

Veteran-friendly

Health and wellness program (Wellness Wednesday, Fruit & Fiber Friday, onsite wellness screening and flu shots, massage, instructor-led exercise, etc)

Employee Service and Recognition Program

Food Truck Fridays, Holiday Luncheons, Family Fun Day

Employee Referral Program

Education Assistance Program

Celebration of cultural heritage

Friends & Family discount on our top-line power-enhancing products

Employee discount programs that help you save on family entertainment and thousands of items

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Azusa,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 20, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

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