Senior Software Engineer (6-Month Contract)
The Senior Software Engineer leads the development of software solutions for embedded firmware targets and PC test applications. This position is responsible for implementing the full software development cycle for all NPI products and managing both existing code bases and supporting new development. This includes a detailed understanding of embedded microprocessor architectures, CAN communication protocols, custom PCB layouts, software validation techniques, and HW/SW documentation. This position also requires a strong understanding of electrical hardware design and validation to effectively communicate firmware features to design team and develop test software for new and existing designs.
Location: Portland, OR
We Take Care of Our People
Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan I Inclusive & Supportive Culture *
Your Challenge:
Effectively manage and lead software development for New Product Introduction (NPI). Support the software design efforts of new sensors, circuit designs and products. Ensure all design and validation activities meet the specified NPI needs and deadlines, as well as any internal quality and industry regulatory standards.
Act as the lead development and support engineer for all microprocessor based NPI products. Support CAN communication protocols for both SAE J1939 and CiA CAN Open implementations. Support customer requests for protocol updates.
Lead software DFMEA tasks and work with Electrical Engineers to mitigate both hardware and software failure modes and risks. Support engineers with tools and CAN-based data collection to support product EMC testing.
Develop and maintain all software product documentation. This may include flowchart diagrams, state diagrams, UML diagrams, timing diagrams, CAN protocol descriptions, and software DFMEA reports.
Actively participate in cross functional teams to identify and address production and development issues. Ensures teams take appropriate steps to trouble shoot problems as they arise in order to minimize defects on final manufactured parts and products..
Manage and lead the development of new testing, programming and validation hardware and software to support the manufacturing operation, as well as new product development, lab testing, field support and sales demonstrations on an as needed basis.
As required, help resolve customer related issues by recommending design approaches and solutions to technical problems affecting customers on routine matters and obtain assistance from peers, other departments and engineering management on critical issues.
What You Bring
ANSI C, MISRA C source code development for embedded microcontrollers.
Experience with source code control and software bug reporting tools
Good communication skills, both verbal and written
Ability to interface with individuals, groups, and diverse cultures
Strong planning and organizational abilities
Microchip 8-bit PIC and NXP 16-bit processor experience.
Hands-on experience implementing CAN-based communications.
Experience with Vector CANalyzer
Experience developing PC-based test applications with LabVIEW.
Experience developing SW for functional safety products under ISO26262
Education & Experience:
Bachelors Degree in Electrical/Computer/Software Engineering.
5 -10 years of related engineering experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment, ideally in the automobile or commercial vehicle industry.
Codewarrior and MPLAB IDE experience
MS Office products
General Lab Equipment Operation (Voltmeter, Oscilloscope, Power supply, etc…)
C/C++ programming (required)
LabVIEW programming (preferred)
Vector CANalyzer (preferred)
Who We Are
Williams Controls Inc., a business unit of Curtiss-Wright manufactures products such as electronic, hydraulic and pneumatic throttle controls, configurable joysticks, adjustable pedal systems, sensors, hand controls and armrest systems for use on all types of commercial vehicles. The products are the legacy of the Williams Controls company founded in 1937 and acquired by Curtiss-Wright in 2012. Find out more information and view our products here: https://www.cw-industrialgroup.com/About/Williams-Controls
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