Embedded Systems Engineer

Description

A manufacturer of surface heaters, temperature controllers, and insulators. Their products are used in hundreds of industries to prevent freezing, keep contents flowing, maintain critical process temperatures, and more. They are currently looking for an Embedded Systems Engineer to join their team. Job Description Develop software for a wide range of devices and be involved in product development from Inception to production in a fast-paced R&D setting. You would be involved in assessment of product requirements, user interface design, software architecture and backend development, and validation. Role includes working with 3rd party developers on various applications and supporting legacy products with bug-fixes and feature improvements. Work on multiple simultaneous projects with a cross-functional team of engineers and designers. Duties and responsibilities: - Writing Software for Embedded Microcontrollers - Reviewing / Updating Software written by other Developers for various platforms - Testing and Validation of Software / Systems - Interpreting Electrical Schematic Drawings - Review and Selection of Electrical Components - Writing Technical Documentation / Instructions - Collaborating on Creation of Design Requirements / Specifications - Understanding and Ability to meet Compliance and Testing Requirements - Collaborating with 3rd Party Developers and Vendors - Supporting manufacturing process controls as needed

Skills

C++, Embedded c, Embedded software, Microcontroller, Linux, Embedded linux, electrical schematic, pcb layout, pcb design, java coding

Top Skills Details

C++,Embedded c,Embedded software,Microcontroller,Linux,Embedded linux,electrical schematic,pcb layout,pcb design,java coding

Additional Skills & Qualifications

MUST HAVES: - Associate Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering - 3+ years of relevant experience C++, C#, and Java coding languages - Familiarity with Electrical Schematic and PCB layout design - Experience selecting electrical components - Proficiency with GIT Repositories Nice to Have: - Familiarity with embedded Linux development (Yocto Project) - Familiarity with PID control logic - Understanding of thermodynamics and heat transfer

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Columbus, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.46 - $48.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Columbus,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 8, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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