FPGA Design Engineer

ACTalent; North Reading (MA); Presencial; USD 124.000 - 138.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

Actalent, North Reading, MA, is seeking an FPGA Design Engineer for robotic platforms. You will design FPGA configurations and IP cores for high-performance camera and vision systems, implementing DSP algorithms in Verilog and collaborating with software/embedded teams to ensure seamless integration of complex hardware.

The role focuses on timing, resource optimization, and lab validation in a hands-on environment, with an emphasis on robust hardware solutions for intelligent automation.

Qualificações

• BS in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related field.
• Proficient in RTL design, verification, timing analysis, lab bring-up and validation.
• Strong Verilog skills and DSP implementation on FPGAs.
• Familiarity with processor architectures and high-speed interfaces.
• Experience with simulation/verification tools and lab testing.
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging abilities.

Responsabilidades

• Design FPGA configurations and IP cores for camera/vision systems.
• Implement DSP algorithms using Verilog and HDL tools.
• Use simulation/verification frameworks to validate logic before hardware deployment.
• Collaborate with software/embedded teams to integrate designs.
• Develop software-based tests to validate FPGA functionality.
• Optimize designs for timing, resources, and throughput.
• Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks in systems.
• Ensure seamless integration of internal and third-party IP cores.
• Contribute to system-level architecture discussions.
• Troubleshoot and debug FPGA designs with standard lab tools.

Conhecimentos

RTL design

FPGA development

Verilog

DSP fundamentals

Embedded systems

Debugging

Documentation

Formação

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering

Master's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering

Ferramentas

Vivado

Quartus

Descrição da vaga

FPGA Design Engineer - Robotic Platforms!!

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated FPGA Engineer to join our cutting-edge robotics team focused on developing advanced camera and vision systems for next-generation robotic platforms. In this role, you will design, develop, and optimize FPGA-based systems and IP cores that enable high-performance signal processing and system integration. The ideal candidate has strong experience in FPGA development, digital signal processing, and embedded systems. You thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and are passionate about building robust, scalable hardware solutions that power intelligent automation.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop FPGA configurations and IP cores for high-performance camera and vision systems.
• Implement signal processing algorithms using Verilog and other HDL tools.
• Use simulation and verification frameworks to ensure mathematically correct logic before hardware deployment.
• Collaborate with software and embedded systems engineers to integrate FPGA designs into larger systems.
• Develop embedded software-based testing solutions to validate FPGA functionality.
• Optimize FPGA designs for timing, resource utilization, and throughput.
• Identify and resolve system bottlenecks and performance issues.
• Ensure seamless integration of internally developed and third-party IP cores.
• Contribute to system-level architecture and design discussions.
• Troubleshoot and debug FPGA designs using industry-standard tools and lab equipment.

Essential Skills

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• Professional experience in FPGA development including RTL design, verification, timing analysis, lab bring-up, and validation.
• Proficiency in Verilog and digital design principles.
• Strong understanding of DSP fundamentals and their implementation on FPGAs.
• Familiarity with computing and processor architectures.
• Experience with simulation and verification tools.
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Strong communication and technical documentation abilities.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Masters degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering.
• Experience with high-speed interfaces such as MIPI, I2C, and SPI.
• Experience in camera systems or vision-based robotics.
• Familiarity with embedded systems and software-hardware co-design.
• Experience with system-level integration and architecture planning.
• Proficiency with FPGA development tools (e.g., Vivado, Quartus).
• Enthusiasm for working in a fast-paced, agile development environment.

Work Environment

This role is based in a hands-on lab environment rather than a traditional quiet office setting. Candidates should be comfortable working in a space with moderate noise and active equipment in use

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of North Reading, MA.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $90.00 - $100.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of North Reading, MA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 25, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in North Reading,MA.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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