Company DescriptionOur client is defining the future of how companies manage their supply chains by providing tailored, scalable, hardware and software solutions, which allow customers to right-size and control materials, supplies, equipment and critical parts, based on true demand. They are a rapidly growing technology innovator, providing transformative Supply Chain Technology solutions to a rapidly-expanding client base of over 10,000 corporate users worldwide. Over the past five years, more than 300 of the Fortune 1000 and Forbes Global 1000 companies have implemented their solutions.This is a six month contract role which is likely to be extended beyond twelve months. This contractor will be able to work remotely but would still be required to come in for a week once or twice per month. Job DescriptionAbility to lead small team of electrical engineersDesign and develop next generation architectures and embedded systems used in various industrial vending solutions, sensor devices and Point-of-Work systems Management of projects from concept to production including developing specifications, project plans, and plan execution through the coordination of internal and external resourcesDesign and develop embedded hardware products to implement the Point-of-Access sensor, dispensing, and access control devices for high volume production that meet customer requirements and applicable regulatory requirementsAbility to design and assist with layout for advanced 8 layer PCB assemblies Design and develop communication protocols/methodologies (i.e. I2C, SPI, etc.) between sub components of embedded systemsKnowledge in creating and maintain PCB librariesProvide technical assistance and support to internal staff and Apex distribution and manufacturing partnersOther tasks and responsibilities based on business needsQualifications BS in Electrical Engineering7-10 years of experience in a related field, managing complex embedded systems projects from concept to productionExperience working in all forms of embedded systems all the way from "bare metal" to full embedded operating systems such as LinuxFull understanding of microcontrollers with a mastery of computer architecture, digital electronic design, software engineering, data communication, control engineering, motors and actuators, sensors and measurementsExperience in Project ManagementExperience with architecture and specification developmentProduct, Architecture, System, and Test development to meet customer requirements and expected misuseWorking knowledge / Experience with:Embedded I2C, SPI, etc. communicationsAsynchronous, TCP/IP, HTTPS, Wi-Fi, ZigBee and Cellular Communications8-bit, 16-bit and 32-bit embedded processor knowledgeEmbedded hardware architecture/design/debug/test for medium to high production volumesIn-circuit & JTAG debuggers, logic & protocol analyzers, oscilloscopes and typical electronic test equipmentMastery of the Engineering root cause analysis and debugging processes with rigorExperience sourcing hardware componentsApplication of appropriate regulatory requirements to the specific hardware designsExperience working with a team on a previous embedded system design and development projectsExperience with and embracing of peer design review processEncourage continuous improvementExcellent communication, documentation skills plus teamwork attitudePreferred qualifications (if applicable)Experience with Altium Designer is a plusExperience with conducting DFMEAExperience with Fault Analysis techniques (5Y, Fishbone, etc.)Additional InformationAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.