Robotics-Focused Embedded Controls Engineer

HRU Technical Resources; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

HRU Technical Resources seeks a Control Systems / Embedded Software Engineer to design and implement control software for embedded and robotic systems. You will work on drivers, ROS-based applications, and high-level controllers while debugging with hardware in a multi-disciplinary team.

The role emphasizes hands-on debugging across electrical, mechanical, and control domains, with minimal supervision and strong collaboration. BS degree required, 1–2+ years of related experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in EE/ME/Physics or related field.
• 1–2+ years in embedded/control systems development.
• Strong C/C++ and Python programming abilities.
• Familiarity with Linux-based development environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop software for embedded and robotic systems using C/C++ and Python.
• Design/control algorithms for embedded platforms and ROS-based systems.
• Create drivers and board support packages for hardware.
• Collaborate across disciplines and perform debugging with test equipment.

Skills

C/C++

Python

Linux

ROS

Debugging

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or Physics

Tools

Git/GitHub

Oscilloscopes

Logic Analyzers

Job description

HRU Technical Resources seeks a Control Systems / Embedded Software Engineer to design and implement control software for embedded and robotic systems. You will work on drivers, ROS-based applications, and high-level controllers while debugging with hardware in a multi-disciplinary team.

The role emphasizes hands-on debugging across electrical, mechanical, and control domains, with minimal supervision and strong collaboration. BS degree required, 1–2+ years of related experience.