Firmware Control System Engineer

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Omron is a leading global manufacturer of industrial automation products focused on sensing and control technologies. Omron Automation has locations in Renton, WA, Chatsworth, CA, and Amherst, NH where we design and manufacture technologically complex electronics that are used in industrial automation applications by manufacturers across the globe.

At Omron Automation, our culture is one where you have the empowerment to drive results through collaboration while working hands-on with cutting-edge products. Our company has a strong track record of innovation, and a record of accomplishment of developing successful products for the global market.

Omron Automation is a subsidiary of Omron Corporation, an $8 billion global technology company celebrating more than 80 years of success. Join us in our mission to Improve Lives and Contribute to a Better Society.

We are looking for a motivated Embedded Software/Firmware Control Systems Engineer with a strong interest in the engineering fields of motion control and automation to join our Development Team. This team develops state of the art embedded features and products associated with motion control, automation and robotic applications. This position will be responsible for designing, developing and installing new motion control software and associated applications as well as maintaining the existing software and applications. The successful candidate will work under the direct supervision of the Firmware Engineering Manager to ensure the design requirements are fulfilled. The candidate should be able to deal with multiple disciplines. Mechanical, Electrical and Computer engineers are all encouraged to apply for this position. If you are interested in applying your engineering knowledge in real world applications this is a great opportunity.

Duties will include:

• Analyze, design, develop, support and troubleshoot control algorithms for servo systems.
• Will be responsible for analog, digital, S-domain and Z-domain controller design with appropriate analysis, modeling and simulation.
• Must have analytical and practical knowledge of electro-magnetic and mechanical devices.
• Must be able to translate theoretical analysis into real world low level C code.
• Develop motion control software using low level C code as well as associated applications.
• Support and maintain existing software.
• Write firmware that interacts low level hardware and microprocessors
• Write well-designed, testable, efficient code.
• Integrate software components into a fully functional software system.
• Update job knowledge by studying state-of-the-art development tools, programming techniques, and computing equipment; participating in educational opportunities.
• Maintain advanced understanding of relevant technology specifications.
• Research new technologies for upcoming projects.

Education & Experience:

• Requires minimum BA/BS in Computer Science, Mathematics, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or any technical discipline. MS degree is recommended as a minimum and PhD is preferred
• 0-4 years 2+ years of experience in C programming, robotics or motion control applications, classes, internship or work opportunities.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Experience with system verification test methods (phase-gain stability determination using small signal swept sine or random noise, and large signal transient disturbances).
• Familiarity with digital filtering, understanding of different types of filters FIR, IIR, Butterworth, etc.
• Knowledge of how to use Unix/Linux experience is recommended but not required
• Interest in motion control engineering and robotics is desired but not required
• Familiarity with software development methodology and release processes.
• Ability to learn new techniques and share knowledge in a small-team environment.
• Work independently and as a team member.
• Good self-organizational skills, able to multi-task.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Self-motivated results-oriented, able to take projects and guide them to completion independently.
• The ability to read electrical schematics is desired but not required

Our Commitment to Employees

• Training and Career Development Program to give employees a learning path with the necessary tools and resources they need to help build their career at Omron.
• Great financial opportunities with competitive compensation, immediate 401k match with 100% vesting, profit sharing, and Blue Cross Blue Shield for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits.
• Community Awareness that includes activities with local non-profit organizations and a Matching Gift Program.
• Work-Life Balance with Flexible Work Arrangements, Flexible Work Hours, and Sick/Vacation/Holiday Pay.
• Wellness Activities such as Walking Contests, Nutritional Learning Sessions, On Site Flu shots and Health Screenings.

The annual salary range for this role is $105,000-117,000 a year, however, base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. This position is also eligible for an annual performance-based bonus program. Candidates will be assessed and provided offers against the minimum qualifications of this role and their individual experience.

Omron is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, we comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Omron we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role, but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.