Firmware Engineer (Direct Hire) Location: Valparaiso, IN Job Requisition: 7698 Description for Firmware Engineer: The Firmware Engineer will be responsible for the design, development, debugging, testing, and maintenance of embedded firmware for electronic products. This role will work closely with cross-functional engineering teams throughout the product lifecycle, supporting new product development, sustaining engineering efforts, and customer-driven improvements. Responsibilities for Firmware Engineer: • Design, develop, and maintain embedded firmware using structured software development practices. • Write, modify, debug, and test firmware for microcontroller-based systems. • Perform software and hardware troubleshooting to identify and resolve technical issues. • Develop and maintain engineering documentation including software specifications, test procedures, user documentation, and design records. • Utilize laboratory equipment including oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, data acquisition equipment, and power supplies for development and testing activities. • Conduct field failure analysis and develop corrective actions based on customer-reported issues. • Support product verification and validation activities. • Collaborate with engineering teams to evaluate product performance and implement continuous improvements. • Participate in design reviews and technical discussions throughout the product development lifecycle. • Ensure firmware development activities are completed according to project schedules and quality standards. Requirements for Firmware Engineer: Required • Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field. Associate degree with relevant experience may be considered. • 2-10 years of firmware development experience. • Proficiency programming in C or Assembly language. • Experience developing firmware for embedded microcontroller-based systems. • Experience working with Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS). • Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills involving both software and hardware. • Experience using laboratory test equipment including oscilloscopes and logic analyzers. • Ability to develop and maintain technical documentation. • Experience conducting root cause analysis and resolving product-related issues. Preferred • Experience with MSP430 microcontrollers. • Experience with FreeRTOS. • Familiarity with communication interfaces and protocols including RS-232, Ethernet, USB, Flash memory, EEPROM, ADC/DAC, SPI, and I²C. • Experience with ARM, AVR, STM32 F4, or STM32 L4 architectures. • Experience supporting products throughout the full development lifecycle.