Firmware Engineer, Durham, North Carolina

Becton Dickinson Medical Devices • Durham, NC

10h • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for designing, developing, and testing all aspects of automation and robotic motion control systems. This well-rounded engineer will apply their knowledge of software, electrical, and mechanical engineering to design and improve products including robotics, servo systems, communications networks, and supervisory control systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field
• 5+ years of hands-on development experience in C# and C/C++
• Proficiency with object‑oriented programming and software design principles.
• Experience with Visual Studio, .NET, and common C/C++ toolchains.
• Strong debugging and problem‑solving skills.
• Familiarity with source control systems (e.g., Git).
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast‑paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• Object oriented software development (C#, C++)
• Experience with .NET Framework and Standard edition
• Working knowledge of UML state machine theory and practical application
• Robotic control theory, including servo systems and PID controllers
• Cross platform software development experience
• Familiarity with CAN bus networking

Responsibilities

• Kinematic analysis and development of complimentary control algorithms associated with robotic systems.
• Develops control algorithms and is responsible for design and implementation of the control system for early prototype and proof of concept robotics.
• Writes and documents the code needed to drive the motion control system of our products.
• Interacts and drives architectural and design changes in the mechanical and electrical design of the system to improve system performance related to the control systems.
• Selects and interfaces with vendors as necessary.
• Works with Legal department in evaluating intellectual property as it relates to current and new concepts.
• Complies with regulatory requirements and company design procedures.

Benefits

• On-site collaboration fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving.
• Culture where face-to-face collaboration supports learning, progress, and success.

What This Job Offers

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