NPAworldwide · 12 hours ago
Senior Embedded Systems Design Engineer
Ankeny, IA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expNPAworld is a groundbreaking R&D private Engineering company focused on transforming patient care through innovative applications. They are seeking a Senior Embedded Systems Design Engineer responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining embedded systems for their advanced product line, while also collaborating with various teams throughout the medical device lifecycle.
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Responsibilities
Performs embedded system development and maintenance activities on all products and accessories that make up company's product line
Generates documentation for embedded designs in compliance with quality system requirements
Actively Collaborates With electronics designer on hardware design and hardware/firmware integration; manufacturing specialist and electronics designer on hardware sustaining activities; test engineering on verification activities, including execution of safety and performance testing to satisfy applicable standards (e.g., IEC 60601-1, IEC 62304)
Maintains existing embedded designs to ensure conformance with state-of-the-art standards
Designs and develops prototypes for future products
Prepares engineering change requests and change orders
Participates in design review process
Supports production and service teams by assisting with the resolution of technical issues encountered as well as by establishing effective testing and test benches
Interfaces with partners, suppliers, and subcontractors to address technical issues and requirements
Provides technical leadership to junior team members
Considers quality in all aspects of the job and respects procedures and norms
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelors degree in electrical/computer engineering or related field
P. Eng. designation is an asset and will determine use of Designer or Engineer title
5+ years of practical experience working in a regulated industry (e.g., medical device industry preferred)
Experience with real-time embedded systems, including threading, optimization, memory management, and interrupt handling
Proven experience with debugging techniques for embedded systems using soldering and common electronics tools (e.g., logic analyzers, microcontroller debuggers, oscilloscopes)
Experience with revision control systems (e.g., Git/Gitlab)
Microcontroller embedded software development in C/C++
Familiarity with sensors and serial protocols (e.g., I2C, SPI, UART) common in embedded systems
Excellent problem solving, troubleshooting, and debugging skills, including use of common tools and techniques (e.g., logic analyzers, microcontroller debuggers, oscilloscopes)
Aptitude in programming for reliability and testability (experience with TDD desired)
Strong organization skills with attention to detail, plus the ability and desire to create maintainable designs
Strong understanding of complex integrated electromechanical systems and embedded software
Knowledge of the following standards: IEC 62304, ISO 14971, and IEC 60601
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)
Self-starter that is highly motivated, creative, and able to work both independently and within a team environment
Ability to build strong relationships and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to meet shared objectives
Drive to consistently achieve results, even under tough circumstances
Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments
Strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office suite products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)
Development expertise with Microchip dsPIC and PIC32 microcontrollers
Schematic capture and PCB layout using Altium Designer
Company
NPAworldwide
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2-10 employees
Funding
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