FPGA Designer

Job Description Summary GE HealthCare is a leading global medical technology, pharmaceutical diagnostics, and digital solutions innovator that empowers clinicians to make faster, more informed decisions through intelligent devices, data analytics, applications, and services powered by the Edison intelligence platform. We seek a Firmware Engineer specialized in FPGA development and real‑time embedded control with strong digital design and low‑level embedded software skills. In this role, you will design firmware and control systems that interface tightly with power electronics, mixed‑signal ASICs, and advanced imaging hardware used across CT, MR, and Ultrasound platforms. Familiarity with power electronics and/or ASIC RTL design is a strong plus. Roles and Responsibilities Plan, develop, and transition embedded control technologies from concept to product as part of a multidisciplinary team. Implement and test signal processing, control, and data interfaces between FPGAs, processors, custom ASICs, and imaging subsystems. Design FPGAs and custom ASICs using VHDL/Verilog, perform timing analysis and close timing with tools such as QuestaSim, Quartus, and Xcelium. Develop real‑time embedded firmware in C/C++ for control, configuration, calibration, and diagnostics of mixed‑signal ASICs and custom hardware modules. Create deterministic, low‑latency control loops and high‑speed data acquisition routines for advanced imaging applications. Integrate embedded firmware with FPGA or SoC platforms, supporting tight hardware/software co‑design. Interface with sensors, analog front ends, actuators, RF subsystems, and other hardware components. Implement and optimize real‑time communication protocols (SPI, I²C, UART, Ethernet, etc.). Partner with embedded software teams to define register maps, communication layers, drivers, and system‑level behavior. Develop driver‑level software, scripts, and automation tools for hardware bring‑up, system validation, and production test. Create simulation and modeling frameworks to verify real‑time control algorithms. Collaborate with electrical engineers, ASIC designers, systems engineers, and software teams; communicate technical results through documentation, reports, and presentations. Track industry trends in embedded systems, real‑time control, FPGAs, and ASIC technologies; contribute to internal R&D proposals and collaborative programs. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field. Strong fundamentals in synchronous digital design, floor‑planning, synthesizable RTL code, timing analysis and closure, and embedded firmware development in C/C++. Experience with FPGA development or SoC platforms (e.g., Altera, Xilinx, Zynq). Experience with verification tools (Quartus, QuestaSim) and STA workflows. Experience with Verilog and VHDL for hardware‑firmware interaction. Must work onsite in Niskayuna, NY Tuesday–Thursday (hybrid schedule). Desired Characteristics PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field. Familiarity with ASIC digital design flows. Familiarity with power electronics control. Familiarity with MATLAB/Simulink for modeling or algorithm development. Background in high‑reliability industries (medical, aerospace, defense). Strong problem‑solving, communication skills, and cross‑functional teamwork ability. Pay range for this position is $120,000.00–$180,000.00 annually. Compensation may vary based on skills, qualifications, and location. The role may also offer performance‑based incentive compensation, including cash bonuses and/or long‑term incentives. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employee and company contributions, life, disability, and accident insurance, and tuition reimbursement. GEHealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. GEHealthCare will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the UnitedStates for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). #J-18808-Ljbffr