Senior Engineer - Hardware & Firmware Development

Orthofix; Lewisville (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Orthofix is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to develop hardware and firmware for bone growth and tissue regeneration devices. You will work with electromagnetic/ultrasound exposure modeling, ML-based motion analysis, and automated testing to enable next-generation therapy systems.

The role requires a B.S. in Electrical Engineering and 5+ years of relevant experience, with familiarity in C#, Python, Windows/Linux, and PCB design.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering required.
• 5+ years of experience as an electrical engineer or firmware developer.
• Proficiency with Windows and Linux, C#, Python; PCB design capability.

Responsibilities

• Perform electromagnetic and ultrasound exposure optimization using SEMCAD/SIM4LIFE.
• Implement electrical/mechanical designs for exposure devices.
• Design and build automated tests for exposure systems.
• Create firmware to operate exposure systems.
• Develop machine vision and ML-based systems to assess patient movement.
• Contribute to next-gen PEMF and ultrasound bone/tissue stimulation hardware.

Skills

Electrical engineering experience

C#.Net

Python

Machine learning

Computer vision

SEMCAD/SIM4LIFE

Azure

Docker

Circuit design

Windows/Linux

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering

M.S. in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Visual Studio

QT

Visual Studio Code

CAD tools

Job description

Why Orthofix?

Guided by our organizational values - Take Ownership | Innovate Boldly | Win Together – we collaborate closely with world-class surgeons and other partners to improve people’s quality of life. At Orthofix, we want team members who build relationships and share knowledge, challenge the status quo, and deliver results every day to help us achieve our vision to be the unrivaled partner in Med Tech. Our global team of over 1,600 employees brings to market highly innovative, cost-effective, and user-friendly medical technologies that heal musculoskeletal pathologies for patients and the healthcare professionals who treat them. Looking to change people’s lives? Look no further.

JOB PURPOSE

Develop and Implement Hardware and Firmware, including Firmware, for Bone Growth & Tissue Regeneration Devices. Use state-of-the-art tools, including electromagnetic and ultrasound exposure modeling, machine learning, computer vision, and deep learning, to develop the next generation of regenerative tissue and bone growth applications.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following are the essential functions of this position. This position may be responsible for performing additional duties and tasks as needed and assigned.

• Perform electromagnetic and ultrasound exposure optimization utilizing computer simulation software (SEMCAD/SIM4LIFE).
• Implement (electrical/mechanical) designs of optimized electromagnetic and ultrasound exposure devices.
• Design and implement automated test systems for the newly created electromagnetic and ultrasound exposure systems.
• Create firmware necessary to operate and interface with electromagnetic and ultrasound exposure systems.
• Develop machine vision and machine learning based systems to assess patient motion, such as the range of motion of the Cervical Spine, Knee, Rotator Cuff, or others.
• Participate in the hardware/firmware development of the next generation PEMF and Ultrasound bone/tissue stimulation systems.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

The requirements listed below are representative of the education, knowledge, skill, and/or ability required for this position.

Education/Certifications:

• B.S. Degree in Electrical Engineering

Experience, Skills, Knowledge, And/or Abilities:

• 5+ years of experience as an electrical engineer, firmware/firmware developer.
• Ability to implement code on Windows and Linux platforms.
• Use of various programming languages such as C#.Net and Python.
• Experience with SEMCAD or SIM4Life simulation software.
• Familiarity with Azure and Docker.
• Ability to design and layout circuit boards.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The education, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities listed below are preferred qualifications in addition to the minimum qualifications stated above.

Education/Certifications:

• M.S. Degree in Electrical Engineering

Experience, Skills, Knowledge, And/or Abilities:

• 2-3 years of industry experience.
• Additional Experience, Skills, Knowledge, and/or Abilities:
• Knowledge of C++ and C.
• Ability to develop code in various Development Environments such as Visual Code, Visual Studio, or QT.
• Familiar with FDA Cybersecurity requirements.
• Familiar with cloud-based servers.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / ADVERSE WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical requirements listed in this section include, but are not limited to, the motor/physical abilities, skills, and/or demands required of the position in order to successfully undertake the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations may be made to allow qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position.

• No additional physical requirements or essential functions for this position.

DISCLAIMER

The duties listed above are intended only as representation of the essential functions of this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change at the sole discretion of the employer. Nothing in this document alters an employee’s at-will employment status.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles, including braids, locks, and twists), ethnicity, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), color, caste, sex (including childbirth, breast feeding, and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniform service member and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age (40 and over), protected medical condition (including cancer and genetic conditions), genetic information, disability (mental and physical), reproductive health decision‑making, medical leave or other types of protected leave (requesting or approved for leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act or the California Family Rights Act), domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.

This policy extends to all aspects of our employment practices including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, discipline, termination, promotions, transfers, compensation, benefits, training, leaves of absence, and other terms and conditions of employment.