Senior R&D Engineer - Embedded Controller Software

FANUC America Corporation; Rochester Hills (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

FANUC America Corporation in Rochester Hills, MI seeks a Senior R&D Engineer to lead embedded software development for robot controller systems, including new features and legacy support. You will work across RTOS environments, C, and KAREL, delivering robust, well-documented code.

Responsibilities include designing, testing, and mentoring, coordinating with global teams, and shaping product documentation while maintaining high-quality software standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Minimum ten years of experience in an embedded software development role.

Responsibilities

• Develop embedded software in RTOS environments including file systems, user program execution, and multi CPU/multi core architectures.
• Implement UI technologies (HTML5, JavaScript, COMET, REST, WebGL) and ensure memory management and system security.
• Adhere to coding standards; design, implement, and document software enhancements to existing products.
• Update design/engineering docs; develop tests and test procedures; document feature concepts with Product Information group.
• Resolve field-reported problems; coordinate with FANUC Japan and other engineers; mentor juniors and interns.

Skills

Embedded software development

C language

KAREL

RTOS

Multi CPU/Multi Core

HTML5/JavaScript/COMET/REST/WebGL

Memory management

System security

Testing procedures

Documentation

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

ClearCase

Git

Job description

Who You Are

We are looking for a Senior R&D Engineer responsible for the development of embedded software for FANUC's robot controller system, including development for new features and support for legacy products. The size and complexity of assigned tasks will vary, and developers must be able to handle multiple assignments efficiently. These are systems built from embedded 'C', KAREL, and various other web technologies.

Who You Are

We are looking for a Senior R&D Engineer responsible for the development of embedded software for FANUC's robot controller system, including development for new features and support for legacy products. The size and complexity of assigned tasks will vary, and developers must be able to handle multiple assignments efficiently. These are systems built from embedded 'C', KAREL, and various other web technologies.

How It’s Done

• Development of embedded software within a real-time operating system environment in the following areas:
  • File systems
  • User Program execution environment
  • Multi CPU and Multi Core architecture
  • User Interface technologies (HTML5, JavaScript, COMET, REST, WebGL)
  • Memory management
  • System logging/profiling
  • System and network security
• Adherence to established coding standards to produce clean, clear, well-documented, and easily-maintained code
• Specification, design, and implementation of software developments or software enhancements to existing products
• Updating and modifying design and engineering documentation as required for assigned developments
• Development and implementation of software tests and test procedures
• Development of software feature documentation and coordination with the Product Information group in the publication of product documentation
• Resolution of field reported problems, typically of a difficult or unique nature
• Communication with FANUC Japan and other engineering staff on product development and customer support related issues
• Presentation of a proposed software feature concept to selling division and select customers
• Mentoring of junior engineering staff and software development interns

What You Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
• Minimum ten years of experience in an embedded software development role

What Would Be Even Better

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related field
• Strong FANUC robot experience including KAREL
• Experience with source control such as ClearCase and Git
• Robotic Application experience

It’s Up To You

At FANUC America Corporation we are passionate about our customers, our employees, and the work we perform. We maintain a workplace where individuals can be proud of, where talents are embraced, and results are encouraged and supported.

Benefits

We offer market competitive pay and benefits programs, as well as opportunities for advancement, knowledge and skill development, and recognition of individual achievements. In addition, we offer the following benefits to our employees:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Program
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Plans
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Benefit Dollars
• Generous Holiday & Vacation Program

Sponsorship will not be provided for this position

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans