Job Details

Embedded Systems Engineer

Job Summary:

2G Engineering is an engineering design company located in Sun Prairie, WI.  We primarily design and manufacture systems for subsea use. These systems include: embedded controllers and their related support equipment, motor drives, sensors, AC and DC power supplies, and servo controllers which are used in our actuator product line. 

Essential Duties and/or Responsibilities

The following are the fundamental job duties and responsibilities. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive; other duties may be required and assigned.

• Firmware development, typically in C.

• Embedded system debugging.

• Experience with schematic capture software, PCB design experience also a plus.

• Confer with engineers, customers and others to discuss existing or potential engineering projects and products.

• Work on engineering designs, preparing reports, specifications, calculations, equipment selection, and cost estimates for various projects

• Estimating one’s own required labor time.

• Assist with the preparation of technical memoranda, reports and electronic deliverables.

• Assures product quality by designing testing methods; testing finished products and system capabilities.

• Data collection, analysis, and reporting.

Experience Required:

• B.S. degree or equivalent in electrical engineering, computer science, physics, or in a related field with applicable work experience.

• At least 2 years of experience and/or coursework in C programming, microprocessors and circuit design.

• Working knowledge of printed circuit boards, microprocessors, IC’s, electronic lab equipment and general computer hardware and software.

• Experience maintaining a product line:  implementing design improvements while maintaining backwards compatibility.

• Previous related work experience is preferred, either in an internship or a full time position.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Desired:

• Experience using Python and UNIX systems.

• Experience programming in C.

• An understanding of how an RTOS works and where to use it and where not to.

• Demonstrated ability to plan and schedule work activities effectively.

• Experience working with motor drive systems.

• Troubleshooting:  Determining the causes of operating errors and developing the proper course of action.

• Ability to read and extract pertinent information from device datasheets, including the ability to read schematics.

• Systems Analysis:  Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations and the environment will affect outcomes.

• Demonstrate initiative in executing directed tasks and make suggestions.

• Display professionalism and attention to detail.

• Ability to work in a small, but fast-paced work environment.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective and positive working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, and other departments.