Embedded Software Engineer

Position Summary

We are seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to develop software for advanced vehicle control systems and embedded electronic products.

This role combines embedded software development, controls engineering, systems integration, and software validation throughout the full project lifecycle. The majority of this position involves creating, testing, and validating embedded control software using C and C++. Engineers work closely with customers and internal teams to understand system requirements and translate those requirements into robust control system implementations.

The primary focus is software development, controls implementation, system integration, and testing. Customer interaction

is limited to requirements gathering, technical discussions, and periodic field validation activities.

What You'll Do

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded control software using C and C++.
• Translate customer and system requirements into software and control system functionality.
• Develop control algorithms and software for vehicle and mobile equipment applications.
• Participate in requirements gathering and system architecture discussions.
• Test and validate software through bench testing, simulation, and vehicle testing.
• Support ongoing adoption of Model-Based Design methodologies using MATLAB and Simulink.
• Collaborate with platform and product development teams to integrate software across complete vehicle systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve software, controls, and system integration issues.
• Support commissioning and validation activities at customer locations.
• Participate in Agile development processes and two-week sprint cycles.
• Provide technical input during project planning and customer technical reviews.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline
• Internship or project experience developing embedded software
• Experience with C or C++
• Exposure to embedded systems or controls engineering
• Experience testing and validating embedded systems
• Understanding of control systems and real-time applications

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Menomonee Falls, WI.

The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $120000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Benefits We believe in being there for our team when it matters helping them stay healthy and secure while saving for the future. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, retirement savings, development opportunities and so much more. Health and Wellness We offer well-funded low-cost medical, dental and vision plans for you and your eligible family members including a Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution and an employee assistance program. Income Protection We include company provided life insurance for you and your eligible family members. Low-cost voluntary life coverage for you and your eligible family members and short-term and long-term disability coverage. Voluntary supplemental income plans are also available as are flexible spending accounts for dependent care. Retirement We provide employees with the opportunity to save for retirement through both pre-tax and post-tax payroll deductions. Our 401(K) plan also provides an employer safe-harbor contribution regardless of employee participation. Work-Life Balance Youll receive paid time-off (PTO) based on years of service along with most standard holidays typically 11 per year. Hybrid working opportunities with flexible scheduling are also available depending on the role. Personal & Professional Development We offer a generous Tuition Reimbursement Program, LinkedIn Learning opportunities, and group/team training opportunities. There is also access to the Educational Assistance program which provides employees an opportunity to enhance their development, to increase their knowledge and skills, and to earn undergraduate and advanced degrees related to their work

This is a Permanent position based out of Menomonee Falls, WI.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 27, 2026.

This is a hybrid position in Menomonee Falls,WI.

About Actalent

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