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Embedded Hardware Design Engineer (Seattle-area)

June 9, 2010

Apply your hardware and software engineering skills at a busy Seattle-area subsidiary of German-based developer and manufacturer of System-on-Module (SoM) industrial computers for the embedded systems industry.   We are a small and dynamic company offering a stimulating and rewarding work environment with considerable growth potential. 

Apply to: employment (at) phytec (dot) com

Overview

In this position you will develop custom hardware in support of volume OEM deployment of PHYTEC SoMs based on ARM9, ARM11, ARM Cortex A8/A9, Intel ATOM and other embedded processors. This hardware will be based on customer specifications, drawing from our standard SOM and Carrier Board designs, as well as other applicable circuitry libraries and reference designs. You will work on all aspects of the solution lifecycle including: initial design requirements and specifications, schematic capture, board bring-up and validation, parallel test fixture planning and development, and approval for release to manufacturing. In addition to close collaboration with PHYTEC hardware engineers and product managers, this position interacts with PHYTEC customers as well as third-party solution vendors.

Primary Duties

  • Specify and develop board-level circuitry (using Mentor Graphics DxDesigner) and applicable test hardware per applicable PHYTEC Design Rules, customer requirements, DFM, DFT, cost objectives, development milestones and other applicable considerations
  • Liaison with Project Manager, Development Manager and/or Contract Manufacturing personnel in all steps in the development process
  • Develop comprehensive product test fixtures for serial production of custom hardware and/or PHYTEC SoMs
  • Document and maintain test process to enable use of product test fixtures by PHYTEC test department personnel
  • Develop software routines and modules for standard functional and electrical test of custom hardware and PHYTEC SoMs
  • Engage in manual test and bring-up of prototype PHYTEC SoMs, as needed, prior to completion of serial production test fixtures and processes

Other Duties (as needed)

  • Provide prompt response to customer technical support and/or sales inquiries on PHYTEC SoMs and related hardware and software products (via e-mail, telephone, online Knowledge Base, and site visits)
  • Assist with readying new Rapid Development Kits (RDK) for market, as well as maintaining existing products
  • Liaison with development engineers, sales engineers and Documentation Manager to create, review, and maintain product documentation, to include: Application Notes, QuickStart Instructions, and Hardware Manuals
  • Engage in other technical, sales, support, marketing, trade show and administrative duties, as necessary

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
  • Schematic capture and C/C++ programming abilities
  • 3 – 5 years work experience as a hardware design engineer
  • board-level subassembly design experience with 32-board processors; including: memory bus, power management, GPIO and peripheral interface (Ethernet, USB, serial, LCD/LVDS) support circuitry
  • Familiarity with debugging and test equipment, tools and methodologies
  • Ability to quickly learn new development tools and programming skills for a variety of platforms
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Capability to work both independently and within a small team environment
  • Flexibility, attention to detail and the ability to multi-task in a high energy work environment

Desired Skills

  • Hardware layout experience
  • Multiple hardware platform experience (in particular ARM and XScale)
  • Familiarity with Windows Embedded CE and embedded Linux

About PHYTEC

PHYTEC develops and manufactures OEMable embedded hardware and software solutions. In addition to standard products, we offer hardware and software design services which range from technical support, hardware design, BSP adaptation, to complete turn-key solutions. Founded in 1986, PHYTEC has since earned an excellent reputation in the embedded industry for high quality design and production of OEM-able System on Modules (SOMs) and Rapid Development Kits that accelerate embedded developments.  PHYTEC is based in Mainz, Germany, with subsidiaries in the United States (PHYTEC America LLC) and France (PHYTEC France S.A.R.L.), as well as distributors in more than twenty countries.

  • Job location: Bainbridge Island, WA
  • Apply to employment (at) phytec (dot) com
  • Compensation: D.O.E. ($78,000 to $87,000 annual); Compensation includes paid vacation, SIMPLE-IRA retirement plan and company-funded medical and dental plan, annual bonus
  • Principals only. No third party applicants
  • No phone calls about this job
  • http://www.phytec.com/about/hardwareengineer.html

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    Senior Electrical Project Engineer, Johnstown, PA

    December 24, 2009

    H.F. Lenz Company, a member of the United States Green Building Council since 2000 and ranked in “The Top 100 Green Design Firms” by Engineering News Record, has been on the forefront in the building green process and we have demonstrated experience in successfully applying these principles to our building projects. Together with LEED ™ Accredited Professionals and over 45 registered Professional Engineers on staff, our firm is a nationally recognized, multi-disciplined leader of professional engineering design services in the areas of health care facilities, educational facilities, national, state, and municipal government buildings, high-rise office buildings, financial institution projects, mission-critical facilities, and historic renovation projects.

    We are seeking an engineering professional for our Johnstown, PA headquarters. As a registered professional (PE) engineer with a minimum of 10 years building systems electrical design experience, the successful candidate will provide technical leadership in the design of electrical power distribution systems for commercial buildings, including mission~critical data centers. Will be responsible for client interface and construction coordination of low and medium voltage applications as well as double ended switchgear, diesel generators, redundant power supply, and UPS systems. Must possess extensive knowledge of NFPA, IEEE, ANSI, NEC, and electrical equipment construction standards, and have a track record of success in electrical project management or lead electrical design experience in a consulting engineering capacity.

    If you’re looking for more challenging higher-end engineering design opportunities, you should contact us. H. F. Lenz Company takes pride in our work and stands out among our competition because of a commitment to quality and expert engineering. We offer a career opportunity in a highly dynamic, continuous learning, team focused environment along with a comprehensive and competitive total compensation package for the selected individual.

    Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest and resume in confidence to:
    Human Resources Director
    H.F. Lenz Company
    1407 Scalp Avenue
    Johnstown, PA  15904
    E-Mail: rmciver [at] hflenz [dot] com                                  FAX: 814-269-9400

    AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY / AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

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    Engineering/Quality Manager in Greensburg, IN

    July 8, 2009

    Job Title: Engineering/Quality Manager

    Job Location: Greensburg, Indiana

    Career Level: Mid to senior level management

    Job Type: Permanent Full-Time

    Pay Type: Salary

    Maximum Pay: Negotiable

    Minimum Pay: Negotiable

    Required Engineering Field/Major: Mechanical or Electrical

    Job Description:
    Primary responsibilities include:

    • Managing the overall workload of the Engineering and Quality Group
    • Managing all engineering and design drawings of all products manufactured
    • Creating, implementing, and maintaining Engineering and Quality procedures
    • Managing all product certification procedures
    • Maintaining engineering drawings, bill of materials, part numbering system(s) and specification updates for all products manufactured
    • Establishing and implementing viable process improvement projects
    • Implementing an ISO 9001 Quality System

    Required Skills:
    Reporting directly to the General Manager, the ideal candidate will hold an Engineering Degree (Mechanical or Electrical discipline) and a minimum of five years’ experience in a supervisory role, as well as five years’ engineering and quality experience in a manufacturing environment with knowledge of a quality management system such as ISO 9001. Strong analytical and organizational skills are essential, as are excellent planning and time management skills. Strong computer skills with a working knowledge of AutoCad and/or other applicable 3-D design software package are also imperative. Furthermore, the ideal candidate will possess excellent communications skills with a focus on attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.

    Company Profile:
    CCI Thermal Technologies Inc. is a leader in heating and filtration solutions. We engineer and manufacture a wide array of heating and filtration products for industrial, commercial and hazardous area applications throughout the world. Our products represent the broadest based industry expertise and the range of our technologies enables their application in any environment.

    CCI Thermal Greensburg is the main fabrication center for the DriQuik™ line of electric and gas infrared ovens and automated prefinishing systems. The plant encompasses 20,000 sq. ft. of manufacturing space and boasts a 6,000 sq. ft. state of the art testing and research center, equipped to cover the infrared spectrum from short wave to long wave. All of our DriQuik™ products are not only on display, but are used to test a myriad of customers” parts, as well as to complete our own production requirements.

    Application Instructions: Please send resume to –

    CCI Thermal Technologies Inc.
    Attn: Peggy Williams
    1420 West Main Street
    Greensburg, IN 47240
    E-mail: pwilliams [at] ccithermal [dot] com
    Fax: 812.663.4202

    Employer Contact Info:
    Peggy Williams, Manager – Human Resources
    E-mail: pwilliams [at] ccithermal [dot] com
    Fax: 812.663.4202
    http://www.ccithermal.com

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    Sr. Embedded Software Engineer (Video Control Electronics), 90-110K target, N. Dallas Suburb

    December 10, 2008

    Sr. Embedded Software Engineer (Video Control Electronics), 90-110K target + nice bonus! N. Dallas Suburb, great benefits

     

    Exciting role working with a privately owned organization who is dominating their market-place. This small but growing and profitable firm that has doubled its revenue is the last several years is seeking an embedded and application software engineer to work on advanced video controls for various video content delivery mechanisms. Some of these devices are used in sophisticated, compact and robust set-top boxes. Others can be used in video displays in a variety of settings.  The primary focus of this job is the development of embedded and application software but one thing is for certain, this company doesn’t partition responsibilities between embedded, device driver and application development layer in the most rigid way. The engineers wear many hats in a vibrant team setting. You will also develop and integrate software in full-life cycle for both custom projects, and core products that may be mass-produced. This will be a challenge and the work is fast paced and refreshing. The big picture products are tangible and the internal engineering labs exude a high-tech electronics atmosphere. In this position you will wear many hats and can be rewarded with significant challenge and opportunity to learn new skills in the embedded-Linux, and low level applications markets. If you meet the requirements, please send your MS Word resume to resume [at] alynpatrick [dot] com.

     

    Skills sought:

    – 5-8+ years of embedded software

    – Experience with video controls, DVR or Set-top boxes or video streaming or decoders (not at the lowest level) etc.

    – Prefer uClinux or embedded Linux but open to Windows and other platforms coupled with strong low level programming.

    – Device driver skills in Linux or Windows DDK environment a plus

    – Pluses would include experience with video imaging, camera controls, video chip-set integration, LED displays have worked on handsets, video display, digital signage, RF tuners, set-top-box, video on demand, video content delivery for universities, sporting arenas, hotels, casinos, entertainment venues etc

     

    Skill menu (skills / technologies considered pluses but not all required): h.264, h264, h.263, h263, mpeg, mpeg2, mpeg4, jpeg, ddk, device driver, video, transport, audio decoders, demuxers, NuMega, WDM, buffers, SoftICE 1394, arm, mips, MP3 streaming, audio, playback media, bios, pcmcia, Visual C++, .Net, C#, Java

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    RF Design Engineer, 80-110K target, North Texas Suburbs

    December 10, 2008

    RF Design Engineer, 80-110K target, North Texas Suburbs

     

    Will provide advanced RF Circuit Design for cellular base station transmitters and receivers. Will define requirements and perform systems level analyses. Will support advanced R&D group. Ideal candidate will be flexible and willing to learn multiple areas of RF design.

     

    BSEE, + advanced degree ideal. 2-4+ years RF circuit design. Experienced in CDMA, GSM, GPRS, 3G, UMTS or related cellular technology areas. Prior experience in PA design would be helpful. Strong RF Simulation experience preferred. If you meet the requirements listed, please send MS Word resume to resume [at] alynpatrick [dot] com for immediate consideration.

     

    If you’re an electronics design engineer (hardware, software or test) and seriously interested in a great geographic area to practice your design skills, please contact www.alynpatrick.com for consideration and to explore opportunities in DFW.

    Written by David Herrmann · Filed Under $100k+ Jobs, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Jobs | Comments Off 

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