What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Software Engineer & Manager position at ERMCO-ECI?
About ERMCO
ERMCO (Electric Research and Manufacturing Cooperative, Inc.) is a leading U.S. manufacturer of distribution transformers and engineered electrical solutions serving electric utilities, OEMs, and industrial customers across North America. Headquartered in Dyersburg, Tennessee, ERMCO delivers reliable, high-quality products that power homes, businesses, and communities every day.
With a commitment to safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement, ERMCO is at the forefront of supporting grid modernization and the energy transition. Our vertically integrated operations, customer-focused culture, and investment in people and technology make ERMCO a trusted partner in delivering resilient, sustainable power infrastructure for the future.
About GridBridge
GridBridge is revitalizing power delivery systems for critical applications through combining breakthrough hardware with embedded software that enables distributed resources, enhances reliability and resilience, and improves efficiency. The company was founded in 2012 and now operates as a wholly owned subsidiary of ERMCO Distribution Transformers. We are looking for committed team members with a passion to be part of our fast-paced business that is changing how power is delivered to consumers. For more information, please contact us or visit our websites at: www.grid-bridge.com and www.ermco-eci.com.
Job Summary
We are looking for a hands-on thought leader to contribute to and Manage the Embedded Software team in the design & implementation of the GridBridge products. This individual would work closely with Power Electronics HW, DSP Engineers, and other R&D personnel. This position requires software engineering leadership in the implementation of embedded control of hardware and interface to DSP based Power Electronics. The platform software is based on a Yocto build of embedded Linux running on an iMX8 processor. The GridBridge team operates in a non-hierarchical manner, achieving great success in our team centric approach to development. Our working environment is still structured like a fast-paced start-up.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:
- Project Task Scheduling
- Leading and growing an embedded software development team
- Mentoring team members in both technical and intra-personal skills
- Attending leadership meetings
- Interfacing with vendors
- Driving excellence into the software development process
- Develop, support, debug, and enhance embedded software residing in an embedded Linux environment on an iMX8 processor and a bare metal environment on a STM32 processor.
- Develop I/O software to support peripherals such as SPI, I2C, GPIO, and analog to digital circuitry.
- Drive functional safety compliance processes (e.g. IEC 61508 and/or IEC 60730-1) to meet the certification process and all supporting documentation for certification.
- Work closely with the Power Electronics Hardware and Controls team throughout design and development process.
Qualifications
Required proficiencies for this position include but are not limited to:
- Proficiency in the C / C programming languages
- Scripting & Shell Programming (Python, JavaScript, REACT, etc.)
- Working understanding of multitude of communications protocols to include: CANBus, Ethernet, WiFi, USB, Serial, LTE etc.
- Experience using JIRA and Git in a development environment.
- Documentation skills including such areas as manuals, test procedures, MRD & PRD
Desired Skills For This Position Include
- Working knowledge of protocol stacks (DNP3, OpenADR, Modbus, and OCPP)
- JavaScript and REACT for user interface design
- Experience with Docker is a plus
- Development of IoT solutions using AWS or similar
- System testing, Manufacturing diagnostics, built in test/diagnostics (PBIT, IBIT, CBIT)
- Deployment and customer support
- SCADA or other utility standards experience
- Experience using a Requirement Management Tool (RQM) (e.g. DOORS, Visure, etc) for the purpose of tracking and traceability of requirements from product to design and test cases.
Experience
The candidate shall have a minimum of 15 years of applicable experience with at least 3 years managing direct reports. Small team leadership and start-up experience is desirable. Experience in Smart Grid or Utility product development is a plus.
Education
Relevant education would include degrees in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering with minors or advanced degrees in similar areas.
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