Embedded Software Electrical Engineer

Pentangle Tech Services | P5 Group; Illinois; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Pentangle Tech Services | P5 Group is seeking an entry-level embedded systems specialist in Illinois to troubleshoot machine connectivity and telematics issues. You will read electrical schematics, diagnose J1939, Ethernet, and Modbus communication problems, and perform root cause analyses while collaborating with engineers, dealers, and customers.

The role requires a Bachelor's in a related field and 1–2 years of experience or internships, plus basic C/C++ and embedded systems knowledge.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience; internships acceptable.
• Basic C/C++ programming and embedded systems knowledge.
• Electrical troubleshooting and schematic interpretation skills.
• Knowledge of J1939, Ethernet, and Modbus protocols.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and customer-support skills.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot embedded systems and machine connectivity issues.
• Investigate telematics service tickets and dealer escalations.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics.
• Diagnose communication issues involving J1939, Ethernet, and Modbus.
• Perform root cause analysis and recommend solutions.
• Collaborate with engineering, product support, dealers, and customers.
• Use test equipment and technical data to investigate problems.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Customer support

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or related field

Tools

J1939 protocol

Ethernet

Modbus

Job description

• Troubleshoot embedded systems and machine connectivity issues.
• Investigate telematics service tickets and dealer escalations.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics.
• Diagnose communication issues involving J1939, Ethernet, and Modbus.
• Perform root cause analysis and recommend solutions.
• Collaborate with engineering, product support, dealers, and customers.
• Use test equipment and technical data to investigate problems.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 1-2 years of experience; internships are acceptable.
• Basic C/C++ programming and embedded systems knowledge.
• Electrical troubleshooting and schematic interpretation skills.
• Knowledge of J1939, Ethernet, and Modbus protocols.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and customer-support skills.