Firmware/Embedded Software Engineer
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL)About the role
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Participate in the design, implementation, and test of firmware/software systems.
Understand hardware and software interactions and collaborate with Hardware Engineers.
Prepare and maintain designs and test documentation.
Mentor Associate Engineers and Technicians.
Follow and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing Principles.
Required Qualifications
B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent
Typically, 2+ years of experience in one or more of the following areas: Embedded systems firmware development including: Real-time, firmware design, C and assembly languages, C++
Graphical User Interface applications in Windows environments including: Object oriented design, Object oriented languages (C++, C#)
Test development including: Python and Perl, Other scripting languages
Preferred Qualifications
Industrial controls
3-phase electric power systems
Modern communications protocols
Digital and analog circuitry
Digital communications and signal processing
Project management
Location: Charlotte, NC
Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.
People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support employees.
We’re 100% employee owned. Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options.
We offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: 10 paid holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days, and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay.
We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.
Ask our team about other benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.
Pay Range Data
Firmware/ Embedded Software Engineer $89,400 - $134,100
We are open to reviewing additional candidates with more or less experience and the pay range may differ if filled at a different level. Our pay ranges are determined by job and responsibility. We base our starting pay offer and title on job-related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills.
Communication with Applicants
We communicate with all applicants. If you do not receive a response about your application, please check your SPAM filter or reach out to us at careers@selinc.com.
SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.
Responsibilities
- Participate in the design, implementation, and test of firmware/software systems
- Understand hardware and software interactions and collaborate with Hardware Engineers
- Prepare and maintain designs and test documentation
- Mentor Associate Engineers and Technicians
- Follow and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing Principles
Qualifications
- B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent
- Typically, 2+ years of experience in embedded systems firmware development
- Experience with graphical user interface applications in Windows environments
- Test development experience including Python and Perl
Benefits
- Employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options
- Top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- 10 paid holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days, and 9 paid sick days
- Paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay
- Growth and development opportunities through STEM courses, apprenticeships, and tuition assistance
Skills mentioned
About Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL)
SEL is a globally recognized designer and manufacturer of products and solutions that make electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical. Legacy Over forty years after introducing the first digital protective relay, our devices, software, and systems are found in 174 countries around the world. Customer Focus From our headquarters in Pullman, Washington, we partner with public utilities and private industry all over the world to offer the industry’s top, 10-year warranty and no-cost technical support for as long as our products remain in service. Impact SEL innovations continue to advance the global power grid—modernizing and protecting access to power for an increasingly diverse array of communities and global partners. Follow us to learn more about the latest innovations and insights in the industry as we make the power grid and the critical devices within it smarter, more sustainable, and more resilient.