Embedded Systems Engineer - Fast-Paced R&D

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

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.