DITEK · 2 weeks ago
ELECTRICAL ENGINEER (EMBEDDED SYSTEMS)
Headquarters - Largo, FL 33771
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expDITEK is a leader in surge protection solutions, seeking a hands-on Electrical Engineer with Embedded Systems experience to join their team in Largo, FL. The role involves designing hardware and firmware, migrating legacy systems to modern platforms, and integrating advanced features into electrical products.
ElectronicsManufacturing
Responsibilities
Design and implement embedded software for microcontrollers (Microchip AVR, ESP32)
Experience with Atmel/Microchip AVR microcontrollers (e.g., ATtiny family) and migrating legacy designs to more capable platforms such as ESP32 for expanded I/O, wireless connectivity, and increased processing power
Develop, test, and debug firmware to support wireless communication and mobile app integration
Apply RTOS concepts (e.g., FreeRTOS on ESP32) for task scheduling and system stability
Design and review PCB layouts using Altium Designer, ensuring DFM (Design for Manufacturability) and DFT (Design for Testability) best practices
Assist the Test Set Engineer by creating and laying out PCBs for product test fixtures
Troubleshoot and resolve issues across hardware, firmware, and integration layers
Collaborate with the product team to integrate new features, optimize product performance, and prepare designs for compliance and certification (UL, CE, FCC)
Document schematics, firmware revisions, and test procedures to ensure clear communication across engineering and production teams
Support the full product lifecycle from concept, prototype, and testing through to production release
Perform design reviews and provide constructive technical feedback
Work with external vendors and suppliers to evaluate components and ensure supply chain reliability
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience)
Five (5) to eight (8) years' product design experience with embedded coding
Proven experience in embedded systems development (C/C++ for microcontrollers)
Hands-on experience coding Microchip microcontrollers and ESP32 platforms
Strong proficiency with Altium Designer for schematic capture and PCB layout
Familiarity with RTOS concepts and task management on embedded platforms
Solid understanding of electrical circuits, product design, and system integration
Experience with Bluetooth/Wi-Fi protocol implementation and mobile app integration
Proficiency with version control systems (e.g., Git, SVN)
Experience using hardware debugging tools (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, JTAG, in-circuit debuggers)
Experience preparing designs for compliance and certification (UL, CE, FCC)
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills across hardware and firmware
Experience developing mobile applications or working with mobile app teams for integration
Familiarity with product compliance and certification processes
Ability to bridge the gap between electrical circuits and software-driven functionality
Strong understanding of embedded security practices (secure bootloaders, encrypted communications, firmware updates)
Ability to read detailed engineering drawings and specifications
Ability to manage multiple programs and projects effectively and efficiently in a fast-paced environment
Exceptional organizational and communication skills
Creative thinker with the ability to 'think outside the box' to develop efficient products
Ability to mentor team members and share technical knowledge when needed
Ability to perform all functions of the job classification without posing a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace
Preferred
Knowledge of IoT/cloud integration (MQTT, AWS IoT, Azure IoT, etc.)
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Long-term disability
401k match
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Company
DITEK
DITEK Surge Protection is your first line of defense for Video Surveillance, Fire, Networking, Communications, Intrusion Detection, Access Control and AC Power systems.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Bob McIntyre
Chairman/CEO
Wendy Gattis
Chief Executive Officer
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