Firmware Engineer

at Actalent in Sugar Grove, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Job Title: Firmware Engineer

Job Description

As a Firmware Engineer, you will write and maintain code for embedded systems, focusing on microcontroller-based products, and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to integrate firmware components. This role involves knowledge transfer, working closely with a retiring engineer to learn about existing firmware designs, best practices, and domain-specific knowledge. You will also understand hardware requirements and collaborate with electrical engineers to ensure seamless integration of firmware with hardware components. Additionally, you will gain experience in FPGA design and programming for Head-Up Displays (HUDs) and ensure compliance with DO-254 guidelines in safety-critical aerospace systems.

Top Skills’ Details

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.

Experience:

Entry-level position; prior internship or coursework experience in firmware development is desirable.

Familiarity with programming languages such as C/C++.

Basic understanding of embedded systems and microcontrollers.

Exposure to Xilinx FPGAs and VHDL.

Coursework: Completion of Analog and Digital Design courses during your academic journey.

Collaboration Skills: Ability to work effectively within a team and learn from experienced engineers.

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.

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

+ Hiring diverse talent

+ Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

+ Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

+ Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.