Embedded Electronics Engineering Scientist

University of Texas at Austin • Austin, TX

144d • $104,000 - $174,000

About The Position

The Embedded Electronics Engineering Scientist position at Applied Research Laboratories involves hardware and firmware design for the Advanced Technology Laboratory (ATL). The role requires designing embedded electronics hardware, developing real-time embedded software applications, creating supporting documentation, participating in data collection and analysis, and supporting equipment installation and testing in field locations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer or information science, or other applied sciences.
• Three years of related experience including experience in designing digital and analog electronics hardware and developing software applications in an embedded environment.
• Highly organized with excellent attention to detail and sound scientific judgment.
• Ability to manage time effectively and execute multiple tasks simultaneously.
• US Citizen with eligibility for access to classified information.

Nice To Haves

• Five or more years experience in the development of electrical engineering, test or production systems.
• Experience with implementation of compact battery operated equipment utilizing both analog and digital circuitry.
• Experience in design synthesis utilizing programmable logic and embedded processors with programmable logic devices.
• Demonstrated knowledge of CAD tools including SPICE, PowerLogic, PowerPCB, design tools for Xilinx and Altera programmable logic devices, VisualDSP++, Cross Core, IAR Embedded Workbench and Code Composer Studio.
• Demonstrated knowledge in any of the following: C, C++, Java, Android, Linux, real time operating systems, version control systems, defect tracking systems, unit testing.
• Demonstrated knowledge in one or more of the following areas: acoustics, signal processing, detection theory, pattern recognition and classification, image processing, radio communications.
• Prior work experience in professional or research oriented software development.
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design embedded electronics hardware containing microcontrollers, A/D converters, power supplies, etc.; including schematics, board layout, fabrication, and troubleshooting.
• Design, develop, and test real-time embedded software applications under various operating systems including Linux and Android.
• Create supporting documentation for hardware and software designed to support ATL projects.
• Participate in data collection exercises, data management, and data analysis.
• Support the installation and testing of equipment in field locations.
• Other related functions, as assigned.

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid basic medical coverage
• Retirement contributions
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree