Embedded Firmware Engineer

Leviton Manufacturing; Melville (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K plans with employer-matching

Tuition reimbursement

PTO

Paid holidays

Volunteer time off

Job summary

Leviton is seeking an Embedded Firmware Engineer to research, develop, and apply firmware and hardware for residential products such as receptacles and lighting controls. You will work through specification, design, implementation, testing, release, and manufacturing support under moderate supervision.

Responsibilities include writing firmware, analyzing data for feasibility, coordinating with product teams, and preparing technical specifications.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related field.
• 2–5 years of embedded hardware & software engineering experience.
• Experience reading schematics and PCB layouts.
• C programming for embedded applications; Python and Linux familiarity a plus.
• CAN, BLE, UART, SPI, I2C protocols experience.
• RTOS concepts and event-driven firmware design.
• Wireless protocols such as BLE, Matter or WiFi a plus.
• Lighting controls, AFCI/GFCI, USB Power Delivery experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Write and maintain firmware for new and existing residential products.
• Analyze marketing and engineering data to determine software feasibility.
• Coordinate with product and project management to clarify problems and enable efficient coded design.
• Develop technical specifications and test requirements for products.
• Prepare software, block diagrams, and code with input from engineering groups.
• Coordinate BOM and MRP requirements with departments.
• Fabricate engineering prototypes and implement process improvements to decrease time to market.
• Contribute as a creative engineer from concept to production release.
• Adapt and demonstrate strong decision-making and engineering-level judgment.
• Foster an open environment where input is valued.

Skills

C for embedded

Python

Linux

RTOS concepts

Event-driven firmware

CAN

BLE

UART

SPI

I2C

Matter/WiFi

Lighting controls

AFCI/GFCI

USB Power Delivery

MCU (16/32-bit) / ARM

Schematic/PCB reading

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related field

Tools

Logic analyzers

Oscilloscopes

Job description

About Leviton

At Leviton, we build what's next to light, power, and connect everyday spaces, from electrical to lighting, to data networks, and energy management. With over 115 years of history, Leviton develops thoughtful solutions that help make its customers' lives easier, safer, more efficient, and more productive. We recognize that our people are our greatest asset. We ASK questions, EMBRACE challenges, SEEK new perspectives, and ANTICIPATE what comes next. It's about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly changing world.

About the role

This position is responsible for the research, development, and application of Firmware/hardware as it relates to new and existing products for the residential market. The individual will primarily work on developing wiring devices such as receptacle, lighting controls, breakers, etc. As required, this position may encompass the following steps of the product life cycle: specification, design, implementation, testing, release, and manufacturing support. The Embedded Firmware Engineer works under moderate supervision.

Responsibilities

• Write and maintain firmware for new and existing products


• Analyzes marketing and engineering data to determine software feasibility of product proposal


• Coordinates with product and project management personnel to clarify or resolve problems and develops efficient coded design


• Develops technical specifications and identifies test requirements for products


• Prepares product or system software, block diagrams and object code utilizing engineering group input


• Coordinates and checks BOM and MRP requirements with appropriate departments


• Participates as needed to fabricate engineering prototype Implements process improvements to decrease time to market of new and existing products


• This position requires a motivated, creative engineer with the ability to design a variety of new products from concept through production release


• Must be adaptable and have excellent decision-making skills and the engineering level


• Help to develop an open environment where all input is received and valued

Qualifications

• Must know C for embedded applications. Familiarity with python and linux is a plus.


• Experience is hardware tools such as logic analyzers and oscilloscopes.


• Experience in designing firmware using 16/32 microcontrollers and ARM processors


• Ability to read and interpret schematics and PCB layout. Ability to work through low level hardware issues and board bring up


• Has understanding of RTOS concepts and expertise in designing event driven real time firmware


• Experience in designing firmware for CAN, BLE, UART, SPI, I2C or other communication protocols


• Experience in wireless protocols like BLE, Matter or WiFi is a plus


• Experience in developing products for following applications is a plus
  
  
  
  • Lighting controls – dimming and sensory
  
  
  • Personal protection technologies such as AFCI / GFCI
  
  
  • USB power delivery
  
  
  
  

Education & Experience

• Bachelor of science degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or other engineering related fields


• 2-5 years’ experience in Embedded hardware & software engineering; design & development of new products


• Familiarity with industry practices and tools in the implementation of embedded hardware and software technology

What We Offer

Comprehensive benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance programs


• 401K plans with employer-matching contributions


• Tuition reimbursement


• PTO


• Paid holidays


• Volunteer time off

Leviton is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Leviton is committed to transparency and security in the recruitment process and will never ask for financial information, payment, or government identification numbers during the application process. For any questions, or to ensurethe legitimacy of a job posting, visit the Leviton career site, or contact us at 631.812.6544.

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Pay Range

$100,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year