What are the responsibilities and job description for the Embedded Firmware Engineer position at Actalent?
Job Title: Firmware Engineer
From concept to production, you will lead firmware development, ensuring high performance, reliability, and compliance with industry standards.
- Develop innovative, robust firmware solutions for complex challenges independently
- Lead software development and maintenance for one or multiple projects, spanning from concept to end-of-life
- Design and implement software solutions for both production and R&D projects
- Develop firmware in C, ensuring optimal performance and reliability
- Design, Simulate and Test embedded applications using Simulink
- Adhere to software development standards, including modeling and coding practices, documentation, and testing methodologies
- Provide support for production-related firmware issues and electronics purchasing concerns
- Demonstrate working knowledge of schematic-level electrical design and hardware interactions
- Implement CAN communication protocols efficiently, aligning with JWS product requirements
- Drive the adoption and automation of Model-Based Software Development (MBSD) using MathWorks tools
- Create C or Python-based PC applications and automation scripts
Qualifications:
- 2 years of experience in embedded firmware development, along with a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Engineering (a Master’s is a plus!).
- Proficiency in C, experience with microcontrollers and embedded systems, and a deep understanding of CAN, UART, and other industry-standard communication protocols.
- Experience with Simulink, Model-Based Software Development (MBSD), FreeRTOS, or embedded cybersecurity (i.e., root certificate chain of trust, HSMs, etc.) is highly desirable.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Menomonee Falls, WI.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $125000.00/yr.
Competitive benefits and employee-owned stock and ownership in the company. Working in very stable industry with a lot of projected growth.
Workplace TypeThis is a hybrid position in Menomonee Falls,WI.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Jan 2, 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 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 : $100,000 - $125,000