Embedded Firmware Development Engineer

We are seeking an Embedded Firmware Development Engineer who will support our thermal controls applications. This candidate will have a deep knowledge of embedded Linux application development and maintenance. HVAC specific knowledge is highly desired. This position plays a critical role in the Americas regional controls organization, enabling teams to deliver high-quality controls applications for all thermal product lines., * Controls:

• Design, maintain, and support thermal unit control firmware involving PID loops and other device interactions and control based on defined requirements and specifications
• Follow full lifecycle application development practices including design, programming with commentary, debugging, peer review, unit testing, performance tuning, integration
• Work with project management and scrum master to develop test plans, execution backlogs, and provide accurate time estimates to complete your tasks
• Troubleshoot issues with already existing systems
• Product testing, customer witness testing, and field startup support
• Technical writing including documentation, user guides, and service guides
• Hardware development support

• Development environment:

• Languages: C++, C, Python, Bash Shell
• Communication protocols: RS-232/485, Modbus, CANbus, I2C, SPI
• Operating systems: embedded Linux and real-time operating systems
• Platforms: TI SoC, ARM, x86
• Integrated platforms: VS Code
• Version management: Git
• Build system: BitBake, Yocto, GitLab Pipelines
• Test: Device Simulation

• Design:

• Near real time control algorithm and device communications using serial, RS485, Modbus, and CANbus
• Maintainability and Configurability
• Manage control requirements, specifications, and documentation

• Other Responsibilities:

• Comply with the company safety procedures
• Provide timely and detailed status updates
• Ensure high quality standards are maintained in a fast paced, highly regulated, process driven environment
• Be an effective team member, consistent positive attitude, creativity, drive to innovate
• Other tasks and activities as required by management

• Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent with strong emphasis on embedded software: Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering
• 1+ years of experience with embedded Linux-based controls PLC firmware development
• Knowledge of basic programming languages (PLC, Structured Text, C/C++, JavaScript, HTML, Python, Bash Shell)
• HVAC knowledge is highly desired
• Fluency in English required
• Fluency in Spanish preferred, No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Vertiv is a $10.2 billion global critical infrastructure and data center technology company. We ensure customers' vital applications run continuously by bringing together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services. Our portfolio includes power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extends from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 20,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. Visit Vertiv.com to learn more.