Embedded Systems Engineer

Caron Products and Services; Marietta (OH); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Caron Scientific is seeking an Electrical Engineer – Embedded Systems to design and develop control systems for environmental chambers and precision lab equipment.

The role combines embedded software, electrical design, and real-world problem-solving, with collaboration across mechanical and software teams. Associates level seniority and a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in electrical and/or embedded systems design.
• Hands-on experience with embedded C/C++ and debugging tools.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Electrical, SolidWorks Electrical, or Altium.
• Understanding of control systems, communication protocols (Modbus, CAN, RS-485), or PC-based controls.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent cross-functional communication and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Design and update electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and harness assemblies.
• Develop and support embedded hardware and firmware (C/C++) for environmental control systems (temperature, humidity, CO2, refrigeration).
• Troubleshoot electrical, embedded, and control-system issues in prototype and production units.
• Collaborate closely with mechanical and software engineers on system integration.
• Select components and ensure performance, manufacturability, and compliance.
• Support manufacturing and field service teams with technical expertise.
• Participate in design reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Embedded C/C++

Firmware debugging

Schematic design

AutoCAD Electrical

Altium Designer

SolidWorks Electrical

CAN bus

Modbus

System integration

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Equivalent experience

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Altium Designer

SolidWorks Electrical

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Main Location - MARIETTA, OH 45750

Position Type: Full Time

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Engineering

Hybrid Location — Candidates must live in Columbus, Cincinnati, Pittsburgh, or Parkersburg, WV area.

Caron Scientific is expanding our engineering team and hiring an Electrical Engineer – Embedded Systems to support the design and development of the control systems that power our environmental chambers and precision laboratory equipment.

If you’re an engineer who enjoys combining embedded development, electrical design, and real‑world problem‑solving, this role offers the chance to work on meaningful products used across biotech, pharma, clinical labs, and research institutions.

What You’ll Do

• Design and update electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and harness assemblies
• Develop and support embedded hardware and firmware (C/C++) for environmental control systems (temperature, humidity, CO2, refrigeration)
• Troubleshoot electrical, embedded, and control‑system issues in prototype and production units
• Collaborate closely with mechanical and software engineers on system integration
• Select components and ensure performance, manufacturability, and compliance
• Support manufacturing and field service teams with technical expertise
• Participate in design reviews and continuous improvement initiatives

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field or equivalent experience
• Minimum 3 years of experience in electrical and/or embedded systems design
• Hands‑on experience with embedded C/C++ and debugging tools
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Electrical, SolidWorks Electrical, or Altium
• Understanding of control systems, communication protocols (Modbus, CAN, RS-485), or PC‑based controls
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Excellent cross‑functional communication and collaboration

Seniority Level: Associate

Industry: Manufacturing

Job Functions

• Engineering
• Skills
• Systems Design
• Design
• Diagram Design
• Control Systems
• Embedded Systems
• System Integration
• Wiring Diagrams
• C++
• Humidity
• C Programming Language