At least 3 years
Embedded Engineer
Description
Embedded Software Development:
- Design and implement embedded firmware in C/C++ for microcontroller and processor-based systems
- Develop drivers, board support packages, and application-level firmware
- Work with RTOS environments (e.g., FreeRTOS, Zephyr, ThreadX, or similar)
- Interface with hardware peripherals (SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, Ethernet, ADC/DAC)
System Integration & Debugging:
- Bring up new hardware and debug issues using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, JTAG, etc.
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to resolve board-level and system-level issues
- Support integration testing and validation efforts
Quality & Documentation:
- Write clear, maintainable, testable code
- Participate in code reviews and design reviews
- Document firmware architecture, interfaces, and behavior
- Support verification and validation activities when required
Client Collaboration:
- Work directly with customers to clarify requirements and troubleshoot issues
- Communicate technical tradeoffs clearly and professionally
- Contribute to project planning and estimation
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Required
- Bachelors Degree in Engineering
- 1-3+ years of embedded/firmware development experience (flexibility here depending on degree)
- Strong C or C++ skills in embedded environments
- Experience working directly with hardware
- Comfort debugging systems where “it doesn’t work yet”
- Ability to explain technical decisions clearly
DESIRED:
- Experience in regulated or safety-critical environments
- Exposure to embedded Linux
- Familiarity with networking stacks or wireless protocols
- Experience supporting products in production
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Avon, OH.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $38.46 - $55.29/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)
This is a fully onsite position in Avon,OH.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Jul 9, 2026.
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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.
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 for other accommodation options.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
Posting ID: JP-006116295
