What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Engineer IV position at Actalent?
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Below are some details about the position:
- BENEFITS:YES
- PAY:$70-80 an hour depending on experience
- SCHEDULE/ENVIRONMENT: On site
Job Description:
We are seeking a highly skilled Firmware/Software Engineer with electrical engineering experience to join our team. The ideal candidate will have 5–7 years of experience working in a mixed hardware-software environment, with a strong background in rapidly designing and building prototype systems.
- Debug and troubleshoot systems with various cross-discipline subsystems
- Perform fine-point soldering for electrical/electronic rework
- Program basic firmware scripts using Python, PowerShell, Bash, and Arduino
- Work with MIPI, computer vision, and display systems
- Utilize communication protocols such as I²C, UART, and SPI
- Conduct hardware-level debugging
- Work with embedded systems, including FPGA and SoCs, and utilize shared memory registers and AXI
- Develop and code in C, C#, or C
- Utilize MATLAB for analysis and tool development
- Provide day-to-day support for prototype issues in debugging, electrical, and programming
- Program microcontrollers and interfacing software
- Maintain strong documentation and communication skills
- Collaborate in a rapid prototyping environment with cross-functional partners
- Utilize lab instruments such as oscilloscopes, DAQs, DMMs, and signal generators for data collection and analysis
MUST HAVES:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
- 5 years of experience in PCB design using tools like CAD, PADS, or Altium Designer
- Familiarity with industrial standards for PCB manufacturing and IPC guidelines
- Proficient in Gerber file verification and manufacturing drawing creation
- Experience with board bring-up, circuit design, and hardware-level troubleshooting
- Strong understanding of hardware design principles
- Experience with embedded systems including FPGA, SoCs, and microcontrollers
- Skilled in programming languages such as C, C#, C , Python, PowerShell, Bash, and Arduino
- Knowledge of communication protocols like I²C, UART, and SPI
- Exposure to MIPI interfaces, computer vision, and display systems
- Hands-on experience with lab instruments including oscilloscopes, DAQs, DMMs, and signal generators
- Proficient in MATLAB for analysis and tool development
- Strong documentation and communication skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional prototyping environment
Work Environment
This is a lab-centric position requiring extensive use of lab instruments such as oscilloscopes, DAQs, DMMs, and signal generators for data collection and analysis. The role involves working in a rapid prototyping environment alongside cross-functional partners, necessitating strong collaboration and communication skills.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $70.00 - $80.00/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 onsite position in Redmond,WA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 7, 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.
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 due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $70 - $80