Embedded Software Engineer III

Wabtec•Buffalo Grove, IL
•$79,300 - $113,000

About The Position

As an experienced engineer within Wabtec Bus Solutions, you will drive design and development for embedded software initiatives involving different products, controls, and sensors. Reporting to an Engineering Manager or Supervisor, you will design and develop embedded software-based products, contribute to product development, and ensure compliance with engineering standards. You will collaborate with peers, support design decisions, and execute engineering tasks aligned with project goals. The role supports embedded software designs from concept through production launch and involves developing real-time embedded systems that meet customer and technical requirements.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer or software engineering; ABET accreditation is specified.
  • At least 6 years of relevant experience.
  • Basic project management skills and the ability to lead small engineering projects or portions of projects.
  • Working knowledge of embedded software design for systems and components, including engineering and manufacturing principles, practices, and procedures.
  • Deep knowledge of embedded architecture and systems, safety standards, performance optimization, and system integration.

Nice To Haves

  • Master’s degree in computer or software engineering.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop embedded software systems, including controllers and sensors, to meet customer and technical requirements.
  • Make design decisions to optimize performance, cost, and manufacturability.
  • Contribute to innovation, patents, and process improvements, and support embedded software designs from concept through production launch.
  • Participate in DFMEA sessions and validation planning, and follow APQP/NPD processes to support successful product launches.
  • Lead or support root cause analysis and corrective actions for software and electrical issues.
  • Evaluate specifications and performance needs to deliver cost-effective solutions, and architect scalable, maintainable software for real-time embedded systems.
  • Contribute to 8D teams and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Collaborate with peers, support design decisions, and execute engineering tasks aligned with project goals.
  • Ensure compliance with engineering standards.

Benefits

  • Health, welfare, and retirement benefits are available; further information is provided at mywabtecbenefits.com.
  • Annual bonus, if eligible.
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