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Eaton’s electrical critical power & digital infrastructure division is currently seeking a lead engineer – embedded firmware to join our teamThis position is based at our raleigh, nc facility or can be based remotelyAll candidates must currently reside within the united states and must work out of a united states remote locationRelocation benefits will be provided for those interested within the united states only.
The lead engineer - embedded firmware is responsible for leading global teams to develop embedded firmware for cpdi technology development projects and power conversion productsThe lead engineer will also develop portions of the firmwareProjects include developing firmware for proof-of-concept technology demonstrators, new products, new features, product enhancements and bug fixes.
Making what matters work at eaton takes the passion of every employee around the worldWe create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each and every dayIt’s where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential—and where you can help us reach ours.
In this function you will:
Lead firmware development for technology development projects and new product development projects (uninterruptible power supplies, energy storage, and other cpdi products) while meeting schedule, cost, and product performance goals.
Lead global engineering teams in the development, test and release of embedded firmware for cpdi product lines.
Develop overall firmware architecture and requirements for technology development and new product development projects.
Architect new features and develop requirementsWrite and maintain functional specifications of design solutions.
Create project plans, work breakdown structure, schedule estimates for upcoming firmware projects while managing ambiguity.
Monitor the activities on the firmware development and adapt plans to meet the schedule.
Interface closely with cross-functional team members.
Lead process improvement initiativesWork with cross-functional team to implement new processes.
Analyze, design, code and test software used in uninterruptible power systems and other power quality products.
Develop firmware that meets coding standards and product design requirementsDocument and formally release embedded software following company procedures.
Develop test plans and monitor test results.
Perform firmware design reviews for other members of the team.
Apply best engineering practices and decision making for advanced technical problem solving.
Foster an environment that promotes eaton’s goals, philosophies, and encourages continuous improvement.
When we embrace the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that make each of us unique, we — as individuals and as a company — are stronger.
Qualifications
Required (basic) qualifications:
Bachelor`s degree in electrical or related engineering degree from an accredited institution with a minimum of five (5) years industry work experience in firmware development or
Master`s degree in electrical or related engineering degree from an accredited institution with a minimum of three (3) years industry work experience in firmware development or
Ph.dIn electrical or related engineering degree from an accredited institution with a minimum of one (1) year industry work experience in firmware development.
Preferred qualifications:
Experience creating a ground-up firmware architecture design.
Experience with model-based state machine design.
Knowledge of embedded linux.
Knowledge of modern software development processes.
Design experience with ups and/or power electronic products for high reliability.
Experience in design of complex state machines and closed loop controls.
Ability to analyze and troubleshoot analog and digital control circuitry.
Experience leading a cross-functional, world-wide development project.
Position success criteria:
Ability to demonstrate strong knowledge and experience embedded firmware development consisting of state machines, control algorithms and user interfaces.
Extensive experience in c/c++.
Ability to demonstrate knowledge of power systems.
Ability to work lab environment around high voltage where safety awareness is critical.
Ability to read schematics and interpret the behavior of electronic systems.
Ability to lead global firmware teams.
Ability to demonstrate excellent written and verbal communications.
Position requires an individual who is self-motivated, self-managed, team-oriented, proactive, attentive to detail, task oriented, and able to overcome obstacles to meet schedule requirements.
Why work at eaton? we provide benefits that are industry competitive and focused on employee well-beingListed below are programs that are offered globally, but program availabilities may vary by site.
Flexible work options to help balance work/life demands (at participating eaton sites).
Healthcare/retirement savings programs.
Competitive compensation packages to reward skills and performance.
Tuition assistance or financial help for ongoing learning and development.
Health, dental, vision & wellness programs.
Donation matching (u.s., canada, puerto rico).
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What you will get from us
Eaton’s mission is to improve the quality of life and the environment through the use of power management technologies and servicesWe provide sustainable solutions that help our customers effectively manage electrical, hydraulic and mechanical power – more safely, more efficiently and more reliablyMaking what matters work at eaton takes the passion of every employee around the worldWe create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each dayIt’s where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential—and where you can help us reach oursEaton’s 2020 revenues were $17.9 billion, and we sell products to customers in more than 175 countriesWe have approximately 85,000 employees.
We make work exciting, engaging and meaningful for our employees through our dedication to tackling some of the toughest power management challenges on the planet and by never losing sight of what mattersOur culture is built on a strong commitment to practicing our core values and supporting our employees with the tools they need to succeedWe pledge to always foster a diverse and inclusive environment, including inclusion resource groups that bring together employees who share a common purpose, interest or backgroundIn the past year, our company has received top employment recognition by the human rights campaign and almost fifty percent of our board of directors represented diverse groupsWhen we embrace the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that make each of us unique, we — as individuals and as a company — are stronger.
We have demonstrated our passion for sustainability with the recent announcement of cutting carbon emissions from the company’s operations by at least 50 percent by 2030We are ethical, passionate, accountable, efficient, transparent and committed to learningWe are confident we can deliver on our promise to improve the quality of life and the environment because of the attributes that our employees embody.
We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employeesEmployment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant`s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
Job: engineering
Region: north america – us/puerto rico
Organization: cpdi cps critical power solutions division
Job level: individual contributor
Schedule: full-time
Is remote work (i.eWorking from home or another eaton facility) allowed for this position?: yes – remote
Does this position offer relocation?: relocation from within hiring country only
Travel: yes, 10 % of the time
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