Job Title: Firmware Engineer

Job Description

Join our leading team of innovators in the power solutions industry, specializing in designing and manufacturing high-quality power supplies. As a Firmware Engineer, you will ensure firmware programming aligns with customer demands and internal development projects. Collaborate closely with electrical engineers to develop and maintain cutting-edge converters and inverters.

ResponsibilitiesDevelop new firmware to support existing designs.Create testbeds to validate and debug firmware designs.Manage projects using ISO9001:2015 / AS9100:2016 processes.Analyze problems and troubleshoot issues to provide failure analysis.Communicate with customers to provide technical support.Manage and document firmware revisions.Maintain in-depth technical knowledge of the latest embedded trends.Collaborate with the team on overall power electronics hardware designs.Create technical reports and presentations for the team or customers.Perform other duties as assigned.Essential SkillsExperience with Microchip and Texas Instruments microcontrollers.Proficiency in C++ and Python programming languages for bare-metal embedded applications.Experience with Linux operating systems.Familiarity with RS232, RS485, and CANBus 2.0 for asynchronous serial communication.Knowledge of I2C and SPI for synchronous serial communication.Experience with Ethernet communication.Strong ability to understand engineering documents and schematics.Working knowledge of electronics laboratory equipment (oscilloscopes, analyzers, etc.).Excellent oral and written English communication skills.Proficient in Microsoft Office products for day-to-day computing.Additional Skills & QualificationsFamiliarity with PCAD or Altium.Training in power electronics.Knowledge of asynchronous event processing.Understanding of digital filters and sampling theory.Experience with error detection and self-correction communication.High-speed interrupt-driven state machine design.Experience in processing and recovery of low signal-to-noise control signals.Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.3 years of industry-related work experience.Work Environment

The work environment is dynamic and fast-paced, with a focus on innovation and precision. Collaboration with hardware engineers is key to defining firmware requirements and specifications. The role involves optimizing firmware for performance, reliability, and power efficiency, and staying up-to-date with industry trends. The company has experienced growth in both its customer base and production needs, though physical space constraints are present. Dress code is casual.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Murphy, North Carolina.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $56.00 - $72.00/hr.

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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 8, 2025.

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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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