Firmware Development Engineer

Siemens; Johnson City (TN); Remote; USD 44,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens is seeking a Firmware Development Engineer to design and develop firmware for embedded hardware in Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs). The role involves working with the hardware team to implement features as per specifications, participating in reviews, and enhancing process quality. Candidates should have a degree in Engineering and related experience, with potential remote work flexibility.

Benefits

Health and wellness benefits

Remote work flexibility

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of embedded firmware development.
• Able to understand circuit diagrams and device specifications.
• Experience with embedded microcontrollers is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop complex embedded firmware for I/O devices.
• Develop and test embedded firmware.
• Participate in design and code reviews.

Skills

C programming

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

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Position Overview

The candidate shall design and develop firmware for embedded hardware for input/output devices used in Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs). The firmware development engineer works as part of the hardware development team to engineer the behavior of an I/O device as described in a feature specification or user manual for the device.

Position Overview

The candidate shall design and develop firmware for embedded hardware for input/output devices used in Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs). The firmware development engineer works as part of the hardware development team to engineer the behavior of an I/O device as described in a feature specification or user manual for the device.

Responsibilities

Design and develop complex embedded firmware to meet the requirements for the behavior of I/O devices.

• Develop and test embedded firmware.
• Participate in design reviews.
• Participate in code reviews.
• Generation of reports and analysis of technical issues.
• Implement quality and process improvements.
• Adhere to project schedules and requirements.
  
  

Required Knowledge/Skills, Education, And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering.
• 0-3 years of embedded firmware development
• Proficiency in C programming.
• Able to understand circuit diagrams and device specifications as input for firmware development tasks.
• Self-motivated and result-oriented with strong problem-solving skills.
• Good interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills
• 5% domestic and international travel
  
  

Preferred Knowledge/Skills, Education, And Experience

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering
• 3-5 years of embedded firmware development.
• C++ programming and object-oriented design methodology is a plus to interface with existing frameworks.
• Experience with embedded microcontrollers including 8051 and ARM architectures.
• Familiarity with logic design tools, VHDL programming and simulation is a plus.
• Ability to operate typical electronic measurement and analysis lab equipment (for example, oscilloscope, meters, analyzers, power supplies).
  
  

This position will be remote in the TN area.

Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be located here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html. The pay range for this position is $44,100 - $75,600. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.

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