Firmware/Hardware Engineer (Mid/Sr/Principal)

Thrive Recruitment Agency; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A leader in machine vision systems is looking for a Firmware/Hardware Engineer in Akron, OH. This position involves designing and implementing electrical systems, programming microcontrollers, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Candidates should hold a BS or MS degree in a related field and have 5-10 years of experience. The company is known for its innovative technology and offers a hands-on role in product development with opportunities for growth and responsibility. Up to 10% travel may be required.

Qualifications

• 5-10+ years of experience in a technology-related field.
• Experience with schematic capture and integrated development environments.
• Knowledge of CE/IEC directives is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, maintain, implement, and improve electrical designs.
• Program microcontrollers or FPGAs for sensor data collection.
• Perform design and code reviews for quality assurance.
• Assist in product compliance and quality testing.

Skills

Embedded microcontroller development

Analog/digital circuit design

Strong troubleshooting skills

Programming in C and C++

Experience with CAE tools

Hands-on PCB assembly and rework

Education

BS or MS degree in electronics engineering, electrical engineering, or computer engineering

Tools

Orcad Capture

Allegro PCB Editor

Altera CPLDs

Microchip PICs

Job description

Firmware/Hardware Engineer (Mid/Sr/Principal)

We are a leader in machine vision systems worldwide. Join us as we continue to set global standards for inspection solutions/manufacturers across the globe.

Job Description: The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated electronics person with a passion for innovative technology. They will join a multi-disciplinary team for designing and implementing electrical systems. This person is involved with the conceptual design, design analysis, overseeing hardware (analog, digital, embedded firmware, schematics, board layout), defining and executing qualification and testing plans as well as project management. Successful candidates will work in a team environment with opportunities to acquire increasing levels of responsibility. This position is headquartered in Akron, OH, and will require the candidate to be present at our location. No remote work.

Primary Purpose of Position: Work on development activities including concept development, hardware design, component selection, programming, schematic design, board layout, product integration testing, and manufacturing readiness. This position will report to the Electrical Engineering Manager.

Essential Function and Responsibilities:

• Designing, maintaining, implementing, or improving electrical designs for various product lines.
• Programming of microcontrollers or FPGAs to collect data from various sensors via serial or parallel communication protocols.
• Determine hardware and system requirements for embedded systems applied to vision systems.
• Write code to test the controller and enable functionality as required for the purpose of the design.
• Confer with customers, engineers, and others to build and refine engineering products or projects.
• Perform design and code reviews to ensure our products are high quality and easy to manufacture.
• Assist in product compliance and quality testing to meet global standards and regulations.
• Occasional (up to 10%) travel (domestic and international).
• Comfortable working in, as well as learning, multiple engineering and scientific disciplines as needed.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• BS or MS degree in a technology-related field (electronics engineering, electrical engineering, or computer engineering), with 5–10+ years of experience.
• Experience with CAE tools including schematic capture, analog/digital simulation, and integrated development environments.
• Orcad Capture and Allegro PCB Editor experience is a plus.
• Familiar with Altera CPLDs, FPGAs including NIOS development, and Microchip PICs.
• Proven track record in a product development environment, with embedded microcontrollers, and analog and digital circuit design.
• Knowledge of embedded microcontroller development and working knowledge of C and C++.
• Strong troubleshooting skills with emphasis on mixed systems composed of hardware, firmware, and software.
• Hands‑on PCB assembly and rework experience with both SMT and TH are highly desirable.
• Some knowledge of the CE/IEC directives related to EN 60204-1, among others, is preferred but not required.
• Basic knowledge of optics, illumination, and digital imaging.
• Be highly motivated and demonstrate a passion for electronics and electrical design.