[Jobs] Project Engineer - Electrical/Mechanical [AC Kinetics, Inc]

Wolfram; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

AC Kinetics in Armonk, NY, develops software to optimally control hardware systems and energy-efficient drives. We seek a hands-on engineer to develop real-time C code, test hardware performance, and work with drive manufacturers to integrate software.

The role requires 3+ years in real-time systems, a BS in engineering/computing/physics, and strong debugging skills. Travel occasionally and strong communication abilities are expected.

Qualifications

• BS degree in engineering, computers or physics; Masters/PhD a plus.
• 3+ years with real-time systems or relevant academic background.
• Experience with control systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Algorithm development and coding for real-time systems in C.
• Hardware performance testing in-house and offsite.
• Interfacing with drive manufacturers to integrate software.
• Hardware and software debugging and demonstrations.

Skills

Real-time C

C programming

Hardware interfacing

Debugging

Education

Bachelor's in engineering, computers, or physics

Tools

CodeComposer

Mathematica

SystemModeler

Oscilloscopes/NI DAQ

Job description

AC Kinetics is a company based in Armonk, NY (Westchester County, NY) that develops software to optimally control hardware systems. One current product is software for an AC induction motor drive that saves energy in the motor while simultaneously improving its performance. AC Kinetics is a small, 3-year-old startup with a core team of MIT-educated inventors who have been working together for 20 years. We develop new technologies in a variety of areas and bring them to market. We pride ourselves on a friendly, relaxed office environment. We are looking for someone to join us for an exciting opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Algorithm development and coding for real time systems in C
• In-house and offsite hardware performance testing
• Interfacing with Drive Manufacturers to integrate AC Kinetics software
• Hardware and software debugging
• Willingness to periodically travel
• Technical presentations and technology demonstrations

Technologies

Real-time C coding, IDEs (such as CodeComposer), Mathematica, SystemModeler, proficient with Laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, signal generators, National Instruments data acquisition hardware and software. Familiarity with motors and power electronics is a plus. We extensively use Mathematica and we are getting started with SystemModeler.

Requirements
3+ years experience working with real-time systems or equivalent educational background for recent graduates. Successful software development experience. BS degree in engineering, computers, or physics a must, Masters or PhD degree is a plus. Knowledge/experience with control systems is a plus.

Personal Attributes:

• Self-starting
• Organized
• Skilled in verbal and written technical
  communications
• Flexibility to respond to changing priorities

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