Thorlabs · 3 hours ago
Firmware Engineer II
Newton, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$99K/yr - $120K/yr
3+ years expThorlabs is dedicated to advancing science through innovative photonics technologies. The Firmware Engineer II role involves designing, developing, and implementing real-time firmware for microcontrollers used in complex instruments, while also troubleshooting electronics-related system issues and supporting documentation.
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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
Qualification
Required
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
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Company paid life insurance
A generous PTO package
A 401(k) plan
Tuition reimbursement
Company
Thorlabs
Thorlabs is a privately held optical equipment company.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
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Chief Technology Officer & General Manager
Larry Wineberg
CFO
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