Firmware Engineer II

Thorlabs•Newton, NJ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

At Thorlabs, we design and manufacture components, instruments, and systems that transform the world by identifying, enabling, and accelerating key photonics (i.e., light-based) technologies. Backed by a dedicated workforce of more than 3,000 employees worldwide, Thorlabs contributes to cutting-edge research and real-world innovation. Whether you're early in your career or bringing years of experience, you’ll find opportunities to grow, take ownership, and make meaningful contributions from day one. We know every employee brings unique talents and perspectives that fuel our success, and we seek driven individuals who are excited to make an impact in a fun, fast-moving culture. The position conceives, plans, designs, develops, and implements real-time firmware for microcontrollers to be used in complex instruments. The position is expected to develop basic software and user interfaces for testing. Activities include design documentation, prototype verification and debug, test development, and transfer to manufacturing. It requires troubleshooting complex electronics and system problems and being committed to customer satisfaction. Although the location of the position is in Newton, NJ, from time to time it may be required to undertake duties at other Thorlabs locations.

Requirements

3+ years’ experience with embedded software / firmware and debugging
MS Degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering
Experience can substitute for MS Degree (BS + 5+ Years)
Thorough knowledge in embedded hardware, such as a microprocessor and microcontroller-based control and monitoring circuits.
Expert in in C, C++, C#.
Experienced in using an oscilloscope.
Direct experience working with FreeRTOS.
Experiences with version control software, such as DevOps.
PID control implementation in Firmware.
Experienced with developing firmware for real-time I2C, SPI, USB protocols.
Proven expertise in troubleshooting and resolving electronic issues in instruments.
Experienced with design and implementation of optoelectronic circuits and control systems.
Knowledge of motion control with different type of actuators
Knowledge of Analog or Digital boards and systems
Strong communication skills and presentation skills
Strong ability to take initiative.
Flexibility/adaptability in a fast-paced & dynamic environment

Responsibilities

Develop embedded firmware to control and or monitor many different optical, mechanical, and electrical components within an integrated system
Design and support documentation including, but not limited to: firmware theory of operation, SDK definition, source control, and revision tracking, test procedures, and end user’s manuals.
Specify and perform the testing required to characterize catalog or system products. This includes technical data such as qualification test procedures, acceptance test procedures, report, testing jigs and fixtures, etc.
Work closely with software group to maximize functionality and technology usage
Take a design from an initial concept through prototyping, debugging, and manufacturing phases
Manage project timeline
Troubleshoot and resolve electronics-related system issues
Develop test fixtures for manufacturing
Assist and/or troubleshoot our production team when problems arise.
Meeting company standards pertaining to quantity and quality of work performed on an ongoing basis, performing all work-related tasks in a manner that is in compliance with all Company policies and procedures.
Adhering to Company policies, procedures, and directives regarding standards of workplace behavior in completing job duties and assignments.