Job Description

The Software Engineer III (Electronics) is responsible for the development of software for embedded microcontroller. Software development is focused on electronic controls for HVAC and water heating products including requirements, design, qualification, and life cycle support. Will work to implement and extend a common controls architecture strategy within Rheem. This is a key position on the electronic controls team within Rheem’s Advanced Technology Integration organization, providing advanced technologies and systems solutions for Rheem’s Water Heating, Air Conditioning, and Raypak business units.

This position will serve our Enterprise Division , located in Indianapolis, IN (Hybrid).

Responsibilities

• Work with systems engineering, product engineering, marketing, manufacturing, and others to capture electronic controls requirements for specific HVAC and water heating applications.
• Work collaboratively with Lead Software and Systems Architecture Engineer to develop and extend software architecture and design for software applications.
• Develop software for embedded applications, following team conventions for design and documentation
• Provide a comprehensive self-review and test of software
• Work with systems and product engineers to support the validation of the software in the product application, with a focus on identifying and resolving any software, hardware, or system anomalies
• Work with controls contract manufacturers, products manufacturing engineering and service on the implementation and validation of software features to support construction and field support
• Support the development of tools for PC, handheld, and other devices that could be used for development, test, manufacturing, service, or other applications
• Work with cross functional teams through direct interactions and team meetings in developing and translating new concepts into applications.
• Develop performance and qualification test methods, coordinate the implementation of experiments, and evaluate test results.
• Lead and participate in formal design reviews of electronic controls requirements, schematics, layouts, software, as well as FMEA, DFM, DFT, and other related analyses.
• Prepare and support the review and release of formal requirements, design, and qualification documentation.
• Continue to develop professionally. Represent company as requested in technical societies and keep the company advised of pertinent developments, new concepts, and opportunities.

Qualifications

• An innovative solution-first spirit and an ability to think creatively.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer and Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related field.
• 5 years of experience in IT and/or engineering related fields.
• 5 years of C/C software engineering experience in multi-threaded, real-time embedded systems
• Experience in the developing of production software for embedded microprocessor-based controls in assembly and C
• Expert level programming experience in assembly and C Language
• Experience with multiple communications media and protocol including, but not limited to, wired, wireless, optic, CAN, BACNet, Modbus, TCP/IP
• Experience with serial communication like I2C, UART, SPI and Modbus communication
• Working experience with various microntrollers like Renesas, STMicro, Cypress etc
• Experience in Secure Boot, X509, TLS, Encrypted File Systems
• Experience working successfully with multiple departments such as R&D, marketing, manufacturing, service engineering, suppliers, and customers
• Familiarity with test-driven design methodologies to develop automated unit and system tests of software
• Technical knowledge of product design and failure analysis
• Working knowledge of statistical methods or Design-of-Experiments (DOE)
• Experience with electronic analysis methodologies and associated instrumentation
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Demonstrated ability to work well with others in a team environment
• High technical aptitude
• Able to work with cross-functional teams (e.g., product managers, engineers, business teams) and external subject matter experts
• Passionate about building and owning innovative, customer facing services/products.
• Great presentation and communication skills
• Proficient computer skills and in-depth knowledge of relevant software such as MS Office Suite.
• Working experience with the version control tool like Git and its integration with the remote server, eg. GitHub, GitLab, etc.
• Knowledge and experience with UL 60730, including software development, documentation, certification approval process to meet UL safety requirements.
• Design, prototyping and development experience with the control system with PID control.

About Us

At Rheem, we are dedicated to bringing comfort to people’s lives. As a leading global manufacturer of heating, cooling and water heating equipment, we are innovating all-new ways to deliver just the right temperature while saving energy, water and supporting a more sustainable future. It is an exciting challenge that requires a team of talented, passionate people with a diverse set of skills. From engineers to accountants, sales professionals to support experts, Rheem depends on people to power our innovations. Join Rheem, and help shape the future of products that impact lives—every day.

Rheem is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Rheem encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including those of any race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. The job description above has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equivalent combination of education, experience, and skills may supplement above minimum job requirements.

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