Embedded Systems Engineer III
2 days ago
Benicia
Job DescriptionEmbedded Systems Engineer III Location: Benicia, CA Job Type: Full time Requisition ID: JR100014 RIX Industries is a technology-focused company specializing in the design, development and manufacturing of gas generation systems, precision compressor solutions, and cryogenic cooling technologies for critical applications in Marine, Aerospace, Land, Energy, Industrial, Medical, and Critical Infrastructure markets. Founded in 1878, the company is headquartered in Benicia, CA, and operates additional facilities in Sparks, NV. Position Summary The Embedded Systems Engineer III is responsible for the design, development, coding, testing, and maintenance of embedded systems and their software. Experience with both hardware and software is required. Familiarity with common PCB and PCB Assembly Industry Standards such as IPC, CE, and UL is required. Responsibilities • Perform schematic capture, PCB layout, component selection, bill of material generation, and produce PCB fabrication documentation., • Design and develop digital circuitry for real time control of systems using microcontrollers, digital signal controllers, or digital signal processors., • Design and develop digital communication interfaces such as CAN, RS232, RS485, Ethernet, SPI, or I2C., • Design and develop analog circuitry for signal measurement and signal generation for the integration with a wide range of sensors including temperature, pressure, force, flow, concentration, current, or frequency., • Design and develop power electronics for powering or controlling of DC-DC converters or motor drivers (<300W)., • Perform thermal analysis of PCBA componentry for component selection or identification of thermal management requirements., • Perform complex dynamic circuit simulations for frequency response, power dissipation, or margin., • Develop firmware and software for custom developed PCBAs to control and communicate with gas compression, gas generation, or cryogenic systems., • Collaborate with engineers to integrate newly designed controllers into production units., • Procure prototype quantities of components and PCBs and assemble/solder if required., • Design and build functionally representative prototypes, both physical and computer models., • Create test plans and procedures for the validation of new technologies., • Perform tests using functionally appropriate prototypes and document results., • Perform technical trade studies to support product development strategies., • Prepare and present findings for comprehensive design reviews., • Participate in technical problem solving for current products through cross departmental teams., • Support Production and Supply Chain teams for production of PCBA designs through Contract Manufacturers., • Support Test Engineering in EMC testing and qualification by designing immune and low EMI circuits or identifying necessary corrections or improvements., • Perform Root Cause Analysis of electrical and electronic system failures., • Design circuitry and electronic assemblies to meet regulatory standards including such as IPC, CE, UL, FCC, or MIL-Spec., • Work with little oversight or guidance to develop products to meet requirements., • Focus on rapid prototyping. Minimum Qualifications • Bachelor of Science in electrical engineering or related engineering field from an accredited engineering school., • 6 years’ experience with Altium Designer or equivalent schematic/layout tools., • 6 years’ experience in component selection and evaluating cost, availability, and modularity., • 6 years’ experience with programming in Embedded C, C and C++., • 6 years’ experience with electro-mechanical integration of PCB assemblies., • 6 years’ experience with thermal analysis of power devices on PCB assemblies., • 6 years’ experience with digital hardware design (Microcontrollers and communication protocols such as Ethernet, RS485 etc)., • 6 years’ experience with analog hardware design (ADC measurements, sensor scaling, noise filtering), • Strong written and verbal communication skills., • Experience with designs making to ‘Production’ with volume manufacturing and DFM Performed., • Completed (designed/built/tested) controller assemblies that went to end use field applications and experienced ‘field failures’ or customer ‘issues’., • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment including performing prototyping., • Ability to travel up to 10% of the time based on company need., • Citizenship: U.S. Citizen or qualified U.S. Person in accordance with ALU 22CFR 120.15. Preferred Qualifications • 5+ years of working experience in relevant industry., • 2+ years of experience with Real-Time Operating System., • 6+ years of experience generating PCB layout files and ordering of prototype assemblies., • 4+ years’ experience designing hardware testing systems for production., • 2+ years’ experience working with high-power motor controllers, • 6+ years’ experience with first article design and testing., • M.S. in electrical engineering or related discipline. Physical Requirements 1. Must have the following physical abilities: • Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, stretch, reach, and lift., • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly., • Ability to sit or stand for extended periods at a desk or table as well as machine tools or printers. Work Environment Office Compensation Starting at $125,000 + DOE Equal Opportunity RIX Industries is committed to a continuing program of equal employment opportunity. All persons have equal employment opportunities with RIX Industries, regardless of their sex, race, color, age, religion, creed, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition (cancer or genetic characteristics), marital status, gender (including gender identity or gender expression), familial status, military or veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related conditions (or any other group or category within the framework of the applicable discrimination laws and regulations). About RIX Industries RIX Industries is a global leader in the design, development, and manufacturing of hydrogen and gas generation systems, precision compression solutions, and cryogenic cooling technologies. Company innovation extends to newer technologies with universal impact, including pioneering hydrogen-on-demand systems for critical infrastructure initiatives worldwide. We take our ‘focused on the future’ mantra seriously – whether we’re supporting lifesaving oxygen generation strategies for remote medical facilities, solving complex applications featuring industrial gases, providing mission critical technologies for our military, or engineering clean power solutions for land and sea. Infrastructure is at the forefront of our vision, and we’re poised to play a critical role in shifting the world to cleaner, safer, better ways of living and conducting business. At RIX, every employee is an integral part of this big picture. Compensation details: 125000-125000 Yearly Salary PIfc0df986f59b-25405-39534358