Firmware Engineer

Actalent • Appleton, WI • 3h ago

What You'll Do:

Drive the full lifecycle development of cutting-edge embedded software for new product initiatives, from concept to launch

Collaborate with power electronics, welding, and mechanical engineering teams to design creative firmware solutions that enhance product performance, reliability, and usability

Contribute your technical expertise in a high-performing, collaborative team environment where shared success is paramount

Work in an environment that encourages innovation, problem-solving, and continuous improvement

Essential Functions of the Role:

Primary responsibilities include the design, development, testing, troubleshooting, and documentation of embedded software for various hardware platforms to support new product development initiatives and existing products

Develop efficient, reliable, and maintainable real-time C/C++ firmware to control hardware, implement complex algorithms, and handle critical real-time operations. This work is crucial for integrating sophisticated embedded controls to achieve world-class arc welding performance and characteristics

Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams (including power electronics and welding), project managers, and product managers to specify, design, develop, and support new product initiatives

Champion emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices in embedded systems development to continuously modernize our software development process

Identify areas for process improvement, propose innovative solutions, and contribute to the enhancement of software development methodologies and practices within the team

Prioritize tasks, manage timelines, and effectively communicate progress and challenges to meet project deadlines and deliverables

Qualifications:

A bachelor's degree in computer engineering, computer science, software engineering, or electrical engineering with a minimum of 2+ years of industry experience

Experience designing, developing, testing, and debugging embedded software in alignment with the essential job functions above

Strong knowledge and experience in embedded systems development, including:

Object-oriented design in C/C++ code bases

Embedded memory management considerations

Interfacing with embedded microcontroller peripherals (including communications)

Real-time task management, including interrupt service routines

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Appleton, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $115000.00/yr.

great benefits, 401k, match, PTO, flexibility to work remotely a couple of days per week

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Appleton,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 7, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

Hiring diverse talent

Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC-with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

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