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Title: Firmware Engineer

*This position is available REMOTE with 20% travel if the candidate meets all hiring criteria*

Job Description

As a Firmware Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring the quality and correctness of engineering deliverables from suppliers. You will troubleshoot supplier work as needed and assist in the development of firmware for new product development. Your role will involve utilizing C/C++ for embedded system design, and overseeing the design, development, testing, and integration of complex embedded hardware and software systems. Additionally, you will manage relationships with outside suppliers and manufacturers, focusing on system and project-level activities.

Responsibilities

+ Check suppliers' engineering deliverables and ensure the firmware development is correct.

+ Troubleshoot supplier work as needed.

+ Assist in the development of firmware for new product development.

+ Utilize C/C++ for embedded system design.

+ Design, develop, test, and integrate complex embedded hardware and software systems.

+ Manage outside suppliers and manufacturers concerning system and project-level activities.

Essential Skills

+ Proficiency in firmware and embedded software development.

+ Expertise in C/C++ for embedded system design.

+ Minimum of 8 years of experience in firmware engineering.

+ Experience in both analog and digital domains.

+ Familiarity with simulation software such as Matlab, Simulink, and PSpice.

+ Experience with Altium or similar electronic CAD tools.

+ Experience in Utilities or Gas Detection

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Computer, or Electronic Engineering.

+ Knowledge of electronics design.

+ Proficiency in embedded C and microcontroller systems.

*This position is available REMOTE with 20% Travel if candidate meets all hiring criteria*

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Houston, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $65.00/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 hybrid position in Houston,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 17, 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.