Firmware Engineer

Job description

Job Description

 
Eaton in Peachtree City, GA is seeking a Firmware Engineer to join our engineering department in our Lighting Division. This is a hands-on design intensive role that will directly contribute to the development of our new lighting and lighting control products.  Relocation is offered to candidates residing within the United States.

Essential Functions:

· Code firmware that enables the launch of new products including digital signal processing, control theory, proprietary or standards based communication protocols and at times implementation of a control device on extremely low cost silicon.
· Actively coordinate the embedded design with the electrical, power, control system and enterprise software throughout the product development cycle.
· Ensure new products meet our customer’s needs:
· Understand the customer needs by working with product management
· Understand the system level design and enterprise software architectures by working with the systems and software technical leaders
· Ensure the product specifications are complete, accurate and achievable in collaboration with the technical design team
· Design solutions that fulfill these needs and meet regulatory requirements
· Validate the design through design reviews, product testing and detailed analysis
· Incorporate support for the manufacturing, commissioning and ongoing maintenance of the product / system
· Protect intellectual property through patent disclosures
· Active communication with the cross functional team to ensure schedule, cost and performance alignment.
· Support our team of global field commissioning engineers in the resolution of technical challenges

Desired profile

Basic Qualifications (Including Educational Requirements)
Basic Qualifications:

· BS or BA from an accredited institution
· 2 years of embedded product design experience
· Relocation assistance will be available to candidates currently residing in the United States.
Preferred Qualifications::

· BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution
· MS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution
· Experience in wired networking and communication protocols – Ethernet, USB, RS485, CAN
· Experience in Linux OS for embedded applications
· Knowledge of RF, digital and simple analog circuits
· Experience debugging microprocessor firmware using lab equipment such as logic analyzers, serial data analyzers and oscilloscopes
· Skilled in writing specifications and end-user documentation
· Experience with UL, IEC and FCC standards
Position Criteria:

· Well-developed written and verbal communication skills
· Proficiency in Linux OS for embedded applications
· Knowledge of RF, digital and simple analog circuits
· Skilled in writing specifications and end-user documentation
· Experience in C or C++ Language programming
· Experience with revision control systems, preferably SVN or GIT
· Experience in hardware development lifecycle

Eaton is a global technology leader in power management solutions that provides energy-efficient solutions that help our customers effectively manage electrical, hydraulic and mechanical power more efficiently, safely and sustainably. Eaton has more than 100,000 employees and sells products to customers in more than 175 countries. At Eaton, we see things differently. We see opportunities to innovate, go above and beyond, and we work hard because what we do reflects who we are. If you see things differently—if you’re determined, motivated and focused on improving the world around you—then it’s time to see where a career at Eaton can take you. For more information, visit www.eaton.com/careers. Eaton is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Eaton is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.