Embedded Systems Engineer

About the role

Vortex Optics is looking for a talented individual to join our New Product Development (NPD) team as an Embedded Systems Engineer. In this role, you will be responsible for developing PCB and electrical systems that integrate with our mechanical and software platforms. You will collaborate with project managers and engineers to develop electronic solutions for our sport optics products.

Responsibilities

• Electrical circuit design and development
• Develop and define product architecture(s)
• Lay out PCBs and develop electrical schematics
• Electrical circuit verification
• Perform module and system-level verification to confirm the product’s operation against specifications
• Develop and improve device communication protocols
• Program communication to various display technologies (LCD, micro-displays, etc.)
• Program embedded systems in C/C++
• Design parts and products for achievement of project goals, ease of manufacturing, reduced cost, and use of common parts
• Prototype electronic parts and PCBs
• Develop embedded solutions for testing and prototyping consumer products
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related degree
• Familiarity with oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, DMMs, etc.
• Experience with communication protocols such as USB, UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, etc.
• Experience developing software using embedded frameworks and SDKs
• Prior relevant experience
• CAD design experience (Altium, Solidworks PCB, OrCAD, KiCad, EAGLE, etc.)
• Experience with PWM

Experience and Skills

• Experience incorporating Bluetooth / Wireless communication into PCB designs
• Experience with software development using embedded C/C++ including use of chip-vendor APIs
• Electrical Testing (EMC, etc.) & experience with obtaining electrical regulatory approvals (CE, UL)
• Programming with ASICs and FPGAs
• Algorithm development and refinement
• Experience with ARM, MSP430, PIC or similar microcontrollers

Benefits

• Great health, dental and vision insurance
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• 401(k), life insurance and short- and long-term disability
• Employee Ownership Opportunities
• Various onsite amenities including a fitness center, a nature preserve with walking trails and dog friendly work areas
• Neighboring daycare facility
• Casual and flexible work environment
• Employee discounts on industry leading products

Must already be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis for any employer. This is a full-time, onsite position in Barneveld, WI. Relocation assistance is available.