• Embedded Software Engineer

    Actalent (Dunlap, IL)


    Embedded Software Engineer

    Job Description

    The Embedded Software Engineer will serve as the primary engineer for a global software build process, supporting the research, design, development, build, and testing of low-layer software. This includes OS integration, I/O drivers, and boot processes that interface with a wide variety of electronic controls hardware, such as ECU/ECMs. The role involves building and documenting team software releases and occasionally developing low-layer software.

    Responsibilities

    + Build, test, and release production software.

    + Develop and maintain CI tool/scripting technologies to support the build pipeline.

    + Evaluate and adopt new script languages, development tools, or processes.

    + Perform maintenance on existing products.

    + Manage the software lifecycle through version control and configuration management.

    + Stay informed about new technologies and contribute to the development of new technologies.

    + Communicate technical information to customers, team members, suppliers, and other units.

    + Conceptualize, design, test, document, and promote new software features and processes.

    + Conduct requirements analysis and decomposition.

    + Support and advise other engineers, managers, marketing personnel, customers, and suppliers.

    Essential Skills

    + Real-world real-time embedded device driver experience.

    + Experience designing embedded electronics controls, display, or telematics software.

    + Proficiency in Git version management.

    + Experience troubleshooting and debugging using tools such as oscilloscopes.

    + Experience with control software design patterns and anti-patterns.

    + Proficiency in programming languages like Bash shell, ANSI C, Python.

    + Experience with Agile software development processes.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Minimum BS in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering. Computer Science or comparable fields considered if experience is relevant.

    + 5-8 years of industry experience.

    + Master's degree or higher relevant internship/project experience can be considered towards the minimum requirement.

    + Strong verbal and written communication skills.

    + Problem-solving skills, customer service, and interpersonal skills.

    + Ability to read schematics and data sheets for components.

    + Capability to troubleshoot issues and make system changes as needed.

    Work Environment

    This position requires onsite work 5 days a week in an Agile environment. Engagement with software developers and hardware is mandatory. The role offers a long-term opportunity to work on new technology. Typical tasks include initiating and monitoring special software builds, designing build pipeline solutions, and managing software versioning. The position involves coding solutions in C, unit testing, and regression testing.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Dunlap, IL.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $45.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Dunlap,IL.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Dec 15, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.