What are the responsibilities and job description for the Firmware Engineer position at Actalent?
Job Description
We are seeking a Firmware Test Engineer to test firmware of gas metering products using both black and white box manual testing methods, and to interpret C/C embedded code. You will be responsible for identifying bugs in key signals by monitoring and determining the cause of the problems, and transitioning testing methods from manual to automated.
Responsibilities
- Test firmware of gas metering products using black and white box manual testing methods.
- Interpret C/C embedded code to identify and solve problems.
- Identify bugs in key signals by monitoring and determining the cause of the issues.
- Transition testing methods from manual to automated.
- Implement and develop firmware tests using white/black box methods to uncover bugs in natural gas sensors.
- Run test plans using lab equipment on natural gas metering systems.
- Proficiency in Embedded C, C/C , and embedded systems.
- Experience with firmware and Linux.
- Ability to read C/C in embedded systems to find and solve problems.
- Minimum 2 years of firmware testing experience (5 years preferred).
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science.
- Experience with I2C communication protocols and microcontrollers.
- Python scripting for automating tests and executing white box testing.
- Experience with test equipment to run black box tests.
- Bachelor's degree or an Associate's degree with a certificate in programming.
- Experience running tests and firmware development on ST microcontrollers.
The work environment is a manufacturing facility with an office setting, consisting of a team of 4 firmware developers, 1 software developer, 1 electrical engineer, and a few mechanical engineers. The position requires on-site presence about 10% of the time. The dress code is casual, allowing jeans and a polo. The role offers relatively flexible work hours, especially when working remotely, within a trusting and laid-back team culture.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Houston, Texas.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00/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 hybrid position in Houston,TX.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 5, 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 : $40 - $50