Embedded Firmware Development Engineer

Vertiv•Westerville, OH

9h•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an Embedded Firmware Development Engineer who will support our thermal controls applications. This candidate will have a deep knowledge of embedded Linux application development and maintenance. HVAC specific knowledge is highly desired. This position plays a critical role in the Americas regional controls organization, enabling teams to deliver high-quality controls applications for all thermal product lines. This position will be based onsite at Vertiv's Westerville, OH - Polaris office location.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent with strong emphasis on embedded software: Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering
1+ years of experience with embedded Linux-based controls PLC firmware development
Knowledge of basic programming languages (PLC, Structured Text, C/C++, JavaScript, HTML, Python, Bash Shell)
Fluency in English required

Nice To Haves

HVAC specific knowledge is highly desired
Fluency in Spanish preferred

Responsibilities

Design, maintain, and support thermal unit control firmware involving PID loops and other device interactions and control based on defined requirements and specifications
Follow full lifecycle application development practices including design, programming with commentary, debugging, peer review, unit testing, performance tuning, integration
Work with project management and scrum master to develop test plans, execution backlogs, and provide accurate time estimates to complete your tasks
Troubleshoot issues with already existing systems
Product testing, customer witness testing, and field startup support
Technical writing including documentation, user guides, and service guides
Hardware development support
Near real time control algorithm and device communications using serial, RS485, Modbus, and CANbus
Maintainability and Configurability
Manage control requirements, specifications, and documentation
Comply with the company safety procedures
Provide timely and detailed status updates
Ensure high quality standards are maintained in a fast paced, highly regulated, process driven environment
Be an effective team member, consistent positive attitude, creativity, drive to innovate
Other tasks and activities as required by management