Embedded Systems Engineer

Phoenix Contact • Middletown, PA

7h • Hybrid

About The Position

An embedded systems engineer is an individual contributor role responsible for designing, developing, and implementing real-time embedded software and firmware solutions. This role supports cross-functional engineering activities, contributes to technology research, and performs sustaining work on existing products. The engineer collaborates with global teams to ensure secure, reliable, and high-performance embedded platforms.

Requirements

• BS (MS/ME preferred) in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related field
• Knowledge / experience developing embedded systems for high reliability applications (Industrial, Automotive, Medical, Defense, etc.)
• Demonstrated ability to conceptualize and create innovative solutions
• Experience with industry best practices in embedded development and quality assurance
• Proven experience developing applications for embedded Linux in C/C++
• Experience with VHDL / Verilog for FPGA design
• Knowledge of web and cloud technologies
• Source level knowledge of Ethernet based and industrial communication protocols
• 3+ years’ experience leading new technology development and working within cross-functional groups to successfully bring products to market
• Eligible to receive a US passport
• Ability to travel by air as required
• Ability to sit for extended periods and ride in a car for up to 6 hours
• Ability to communicate effectively in English (written & verbal)
• Ability to travel overseas for extended periods if required
• Regular and on-time attendance

Responsibilities

• Design and implement embedded software in C/C++ for real-time systems
• Develop detailed design documentation and contribute to system requirement specifications
• Support system architecture activities and contribute to technology conceptualization
• Assist in identifying and mitigating security vulnerabilities within embedded applications
• Support threat modeling activities for embedded components
• Participate in R&D initiatives and assist in evaluating emerging technologies
• Troubleshoot, maintain, and enhance existing embedded products
• Collaborate with global and local engineering teams to align system development
• Participate in standards-based industry working groups when applicable
• Work independently and within multi-disciplinary teams to complete assignments
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Phoenix Contact offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k matching, and a generous time off package.
• There are also a wide variety of additional benefits available including 16 weeks fully paid maternity leave & 10 weeks fully paid paternity leave, life insurance, short & long-term disability, on-site gym access, health & wellbeing center, on-site café, walking trails, tuition assistance, and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level