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Embedded Software Engineer 2

Epitec, Inc

Chillicothe, IL

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$50–$55 Per Hour
SKILLS
Aerospace and Defense, Agricultural Equipment, Analysis Skills, Business Analysis, Business Solutions, Business Support, C Programming Language, C++ Programming Language, Caterpillar Equipment, Communication Skills, Computer Hardware, Computer Science, Computer Software, Cost Estimates, Customer Support/Service, Data Analysis, Database Management Software/Systems (DBMS), Datasheets, Documentation, Documentation Design, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Establish Priorities, Identify Issues, Interpersonal Skills, Linux Operating System, Mathematics, Microsoft Visual Basic, Military Communications, Mine Construction, Network Software, Operating Systems, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Product Lifecycle, Product Support, Product Testing, Production Systems, Project Management Software, Project/Program Management, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Requirements Management, Resolve Customer Issues, Risk, Risk Analysis, Robotics, SQL (Structured Query Language), Schematics, Simulation, Software Design, Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Software Engineering, Software Evaluation, Systems Analysis, Systems Scalability, Team Player, Technical Leadership, Technical Writing, Technical/Engineering Design, Test Plan/Schedule, Time Management, Trade-Off Analysis, Value Analysis, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Chillicothe, IL
POSTED
1 day ago
Job Title: Embedded Software Engineer 2  
Location: Mossville, IL
Job Type: W2 Contract
Expected hours per week: 40 hours per week
Schedule: On-Site (Monday – Friday)  
Pay Range: $50-55 per hour
Job Description:
The main function of an embedded software engineer is to apply the principles of computer science and mathematical analysis to the design, development, testing, and evaluation of the embedded software and systems that make computers work. A typical embedded software engineer researches, designs, develops and tests operating systems-level software, compilers, and network distribution software for medical, industrial, military, communications, aerospace, business, scientific and general computing applications.

Job Responsibilities:
• Design and implement software of embedded devices and systems from requirements to production and commercial deployment for product lines.

• Write and code logical and physical database descriptions and specify identifiers of database to management system or direct others in coding descriptions.

• Analyze and enhance efficiency, stability and scalability of system resources

• Review project requests describing database user needs to estimate time and cost required to accomplish project.


Skills:
• Verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of reading schematics and data sheets for components
• Basic knowledge of the full software development lifecycle: from business/systems analysis, through requirements gathering and functional specification authoring, to development, testing and delivery.
• Basic ability to troubleshoot issues and make system changes as needed to resolve issue.
• Basic knowledge of computer hardware and software. Solid programming experience in C or C++
• Knowledge of computer development software as it relates to embedded systems, such as SQL, VisualBasic, etc.

Education/Experience:
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering or relevant field required.
• 2-4 years experience required.
Position’s Contributions to Work Group:
  • The hauling application team is responsible for the overall onboard solution (vehicle level) for Cat autonomous haulage machines.  This position is to work under the direction of the team’s technical program manager and application architect.
  • Contribute to onboard system designs and decisions
  • Identify and evaluate potential solutions
  • Analyze value and risk of proposed changes
  • Break down solutions into actionable delivery elements
  • Triage and resolve system level issues
  • Translate business requirements into technical requirements and solutions
  • Document designs and coordinate delivery with partner teams
Typical task breakdown:
  • The application architect assigns a task for a new requirement or issue.
  • Collaborate within the hauling team, with process partners, and with SMEs to identify potential solutions and select one.
  • Analysis may be required to understand the problem or to evaluate benefits and risks.
  • Document the selected design and break it down into work items assigned to the appropriate teams.
  • Collaborate with delivery teams as needed during implementation.
  • When implementation is complete, review delivery against the original request and requirements.
  • Collaborate with the validation team as they create a test plan.  Support them as needed to triage issues.

Interaction with team:
  •  High collaboration across the hauling and platform teams.
Team Structure
  • This role is a member of an application team led by a technical program manager and application architect.
  • The application team is a part of the hauling division, which has onboard engineering ownership of autonomous haulage machines for mining.
  • Teams within the hauling division interface with process partners, including platform, offboard, validation, product support, and business teams.

Work environment:
  • This role is primarily performed in an office environment.
  • Some tasks may include time in laboratory or validation environments.
  • Occasional travel to proving grounds or customer sites may be required.
Education & Experience Required:
  • Years of experience: 2-4 years
  • Degree requirement: BS Degree Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent
  • Do you accept internships as job experience:  Yes
  • Are there past or additional job titles or roles that would provide comparable background to this role: Autonomy Engineer

Top 3 Skills
  • Robotics and autonomy fundamentals
  • Effective collaboration across teams with diverse skills
  • Design process - evaluate tradeoffs without bias

Additional Technical Skills
(Required)
  • Experience with development processes
  • Experience with autonomous or automated robotics
  • Requirements decomposition and solution creation
  • Risk and benefit tradeoff analysis
  • Technical writing - design documentation
  • Troubleshooting
  • Experience with mining, construction, or agricultural machines and methods
  • Familiarity with product lifecycle
  • Data analysis and issue investigation
  • Safety frameworks, such as functional safety or SOTIF
  • Simulation tools for development and validation
  • C++ and Python familiarity
  • Development in a Linux environment

Soft Skills
  • Collaboration – must be able to work with specialized global teams to efficiently design solutions
  • Clear Communication – must be able to communicate effectively with teammates, process partners, and stakeholders with appropriate level of detail
  • Continuous learning
  • Initiative
  • Time management and task prioritization
  • Organization
  • Innovation
  • Project management
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About the Company

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Epitec, Inc

Epitec is a leading staffing and recruiting services company with a mission to make staffing personal. We go beyond traditional hiring by truly understanding our candidates and matching them with the perfect opportunities. We offer competitive compensation, career growth, and support throughout the entire process. Working with top Fortune 500 companies, we are recognized for our excellence with numerous awards, including Best & Brightest and diversity recognitions. At Epitec, we're redefining the future of employment. 

COMPANY SIZE
2,500 to 4,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Professional Development, 401K, Employee Referral Program, Life Insurance
FOUNDED
1978
WEBSITE
https://epitec.com/