Embedded Systems Engineer

Actalent; Kentucky; On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an Embedded Systems Engineer to develop software for embedded microcontrollers used in surface heaters, temperature controllers, and insulators. You will contribute from concept to production in a fast-paced R&D environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams.

The role involves requirements assessment, UI design, software architecture, backend development, validation, and working with third-party developers, plus maintaining legacy products and producing documentation.

Qualifications

• Experience writing software for embedded microcontrollers.
• Proficiency in C# and Embedded C (3+ years).
• Experience with Embedded Linux environments.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics for design and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with PCB layout and KiCad.

Responsibilities

• Develop software for embedded microcontrollers across devices and platforms.
• Review and update software for quality, performance, and maintainability.
• Perform testing and validation of software and systems.
• Interpret electrical schematic drawings to support design and troubleshooting.
• Review and select electrical components meeting specs and performance criteria.
• Create clear technical documentation for development, manufacturing, and end users.
• Collaborate on design requirements and specifications for products.
• Meet compliance and testing requirements for embedded systems and electronics.
• Work with third-party developers and vendors on integration.
• Support manufacturing process controls to ensure quality.

Skills

Embedded C

C#

Embedded Linux

Schematic reading

PCB layout

Git

Testing

Education

Associate or Bachelor of Science in CS/EE

Tools

KiCad

Yocto Project

PID control basics

Job description

Job Description

Embedded Systems Engineer

Job Description

This Embedded Systems Engineer role focuses on developing software for a broad range of devices used in surface heaters, temperature controllers, and insulators. These products support hundreds of industries by preventing freezing, maintaining flow, and ensuring critical process temperatures. You will contribute to product development from initial concept through to production in a fast-paced R&D environment, taking part in requirements assessment, user interface design, software architecture, backend development, and validation. The position also involves collaborating with third-party developers, supporting legacy products through bug fixes and feature enhancements, and working on multiple concurrent projects with a cross-functional team of engineers and designers.

Responsibilities

• Develop software for embedded microcontrollers across a variety of devices and platforms.
• Review and update software written by other developers to ensure quality, performance, and maintainability.
• Perform testing and validation of software and systems to verify functionality, reliability, and compliance with requirements.
• Interpret electrical schematic drawings to support design, troubleshooting, and implementation of embedded systems.
• Review and select appropriate electrical components that meet design specifications and performance criteria.
• Create clear and detailed technical documentation and instructions to support development, manufacturing, and end users.
• Collaborate on the creation of design requirements and specifications for new and existing products.
• Understand and meet compliance and testing requirements relevant to embedded systems and electronic products.
• Work closely with third-party developers and vendors on various applications and integrated solutions.
• Support manufacturing process controls as needed to ensure smooth production and product quality.
• Contribute to user interface design, software architecture decisions, and backend development activities for new products.
• Support legacy products with ongoing bug fixes, feature improvements, and maintenance activities.
• Participate in multiple simultaneous projects, coordinating with a cross-functional team of engineers and designers.

Essential Skills

• Strong experience writing software for embedded microcontrollers, using languages such as Embedded C and other embedded software technologies.
• Proficiency in C#, with at least 3+ years of relevant experience in C#, Embedded C, and related coding languages.
• Experience working with embedded Linux environments and tools, including familiarity with Embedded Linux concepts.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematic drawings to support design and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with PCB layout and PCB design, including tools such as KiCad.
• Experience selecting and evaluating electrical components for use in embedded systems.
• Proficiency with version control systems, particularly Git, for managing source code and collaborating with other developers.
• Ability to write clear technical documentation and instructions for engineering and manufacturing teams.
• Experience testing and validating embedded software and systems to ensure reliability and performance.
• Capability to collaborate effectively with third-party developers and vendors on software and hardware integration.
• Understanding of compliance and testing requirements relevant to embedded systems and electrical products.
• Associate or Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with Java programming and Python for supporting applications, tools, or backend components.
• Familiarity with embedded Linux development frameworks and tools, such as the Yocto Project.
• Knowledge of PID control logic and its application in temperature control and process regulation.
• Understanding of thermodynamics and heat transfer principles as they relate to surface heaters and temperature control systems.
• Experience with electrical schematic and PCB layout design beyond basic familiarity, including practical design and review work.
• Experience working in fast-paced R&D environments with cross-functional engineering and design teams.
• Ability to support legacy products by diagnosing issues, implementing bug fixes, and adding new features.
• Strong collaboration skills for working with manufacturing teams on process controls and production support.

Work Environment

The role is based in an