Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station (TEES) · 7 hours ago
Research Engineer I
College Station, TX
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelTexas A&M Engineering Experiment Station (TEES) is dedicated to improving lives through engineering research and technology transition. They are seeking a Research Engineer I to develop firmware for wearable and point-of-care devices, focusing on Bluetooth Low Energy communication and software applications for device interaction and data visualization.
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Responsibilities
Firmware Development: Develop and maintain firmware for wearable and point-of-care systems using C/C++ with common frameworks, including Arduino and the nRF Connect SDK. Ensure reliable BLE communication, sensor data acquisition, and low-power operation
Software Development: Design and implement desktop and mobile applications with user-friendly graphical user interfaces (GUIs) for data visualization, device control, and real-time monitoring
Electronic & Device Development: Assist with circuit design, sensor integration, PCB layout, and assembly (soldering) to support the development of wearable and point-of-care systems
Collaboration & Testing: Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to debug, test, and optimize both firmware and software components to ensure seamless device performance
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
Understanding of electronics and embedded systems
Familiarity with Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) protocols and design considerations
Familiarity with PCB schematics and interpretation of electronic data sheets
Strong problem-solving, hardware, and software debugging skills
Ability to communicate and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams
Familiarity with modern CAD and 3D printing techniques
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, technology, or related field
Experience with C, C++, Python, and MATLAB
Experience developing PCBs using Altium
Experience writing firmware with the nRF Connect SDK
Software development experience with the .NET framework
Benefits
Competitive medical insurance benefits through Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Prescription coverage by Express Scripts.
Options for Vision, Dental, Life, and Long-Term Disability insurance.
A defined benefit retirement plan with the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) with 8.25% employer contribution.
Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Deferred Account 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation Program 457(b).
Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses.
Generous paid time off with holidays, vacation and sick leave.
Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional development opportunities.
Tuition assistance and Educational release time to further your academic pursuits.
Access to Engineer Your Wellness programs that provide opportunities for employees to engage in health and fitness.
Wellness release time offered to employees to promote work/life balance.
Company
Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station (TEES)
As an engineering research agency of Texas, TEES performs quality research driven by world problems; strengthens and expands the state’s workforce through educational partnerships and training; and develops and transfers technology to industry.
Founded in 1914
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$2MKey Investors
National Institute for Innovation in Manufacturing BiopharmaceuticalsUS Department of Energy
2024-04-09Grant
2022-04-21Grant· $2M
Leadership Team
Casey Bryan
Chief Information Officer
Paul Price MJur, CCE, CFCE
Chief Information Security Officer
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