Embedded Firmware Engineer

Fluidra is seeking an Embedded Firmware Engineer to join the team at our North American Headquarters in Carlsbad, CA.

WHAT YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE 

The Embedded Firmware Engineer will be responsible to write firmware for new product development. 

• Designs, writes, and modifies firmware for embedded control applications using C computer language.
• Tests firmware, software and apps written by colleagues.
• Prepares all required product documentation.
• Provides support in addressing production and warranty issues concerning current products.
• Takes an active role in the redesign of existing products to meet revised requirements.
• Combines broad knowledge of design skills, engineering principles, manufacturing techniques, and analytical skills to address field problems and proposes corrective actions.
• Writes reports, conducts evaluations, and analyzes data.
• Responsible for following quality system procedures. Assists in procedure development when required. Ensures product quality and take appropriate action when non-conformances are identified. Keeps accurate records as required.
• Provides support to Production.

WHAT WE SEEK

• 2 + years of experience in the design and maintenance of embedded control firmware, and testing of firmware, software and apps.
• Experience with the following components and systems:
  • Micro-controllers (preferably PIC, ARM, AVR and 8051) and their associated development tools (IDE, compiler, assembler, etc.).
  • C computer language programming. Familiarity with Assembly language.
  • Testing firmware, software and apps
  • serial communications (RS-485, I2C, SPI, etc.)
  • sensors and transducers (temperature, pressure, etc.)
  • keypads (membrane, discrete, matrices, etc.)
  • analog-to-digital conversion
  • displays (LED, LCD, VFD, 7-segment, alphanumeric, graphical)
  • peripheral drivers (indicators, relays, triacs, etc.)
  • power supplies and batteries
• Experience in the design and manufacture of electronic assemblies and their application to consumer products.
• Familiarity with requirements of safety agencies (UL, CSA, CE, etc.).
• Ability to use sophisticated electronic test equipment.
• Ability to use office and technical software applications.
• Ability to communicate effectively with technicians, colleagues, management, and vendors.
• Ability to work effectively independently or in a team environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Experience and involvement in all facets and phases of product development from inception to production, and obsolescence is preferable.

EDUCATION

B.S. in Computer, Electrical or Electronic Engineering or related experience

An exciting opportunity to dive in and begin your career with a company that offers a competitive total rewards package that includes: 

• Alternate work week schedule (EVERY OTHER FRIDAY OFF!)
• Flexible vacation
• 11 paid Holidays
• Full range of health benefits including medical, dental & vision, short & long-term disability
• 401(K) matching (100% of first 3% contributed, 50% of the next 2%)
• Health and wellness programs / gym reimbursement
• Educational assistance up to $7,000 per year
• On-site self-service café / free gourmet coffee stations
• Company sponsored FUN events!
• On-site gym, ping-pong, foosball, outdoor bocce ball court, BBQ & firepit
• Generous product discounts

WHY WORK FOR FLUIDRA? 

We’re an industry‐leading, global company with a legacy of innovation. Offering an extensive array of quality‐designed pool and spa equipment, our portfolio includes some of the most trusted brands in the business: Polaris®, Jandy®, CMP, S.R. Smith, and Zodiac®. We also sell products under the Cover‐Pools®, iAquaLink®, Grand Effects® , Dell® and Nature2® names.

Recognized as the foremost provider of reliable and visionary pool equipment, our reach extends worldwide across both the residential and commercial pool and wellness markets. We now have over 7,000 employees, a presence in over 45 countries and the combined resources to accelerate innovation in critical areas like energy-efficiency, robotics and the Internet of Things.

Our focus is on creating the perfect pool and wellness experience responsibly. We take our mission to heart, and our employees embody these guiding principles in everything we do: passion for success, honesty & trust, customer collaboration, teamwork and inclusion, learn and adapt, excellence and innovation.

Don't meet every single requirement listed? Studies have shown that underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to a job if they don't meet all the requirements. At Fluidra, we thrive on building an inclusive workspace, so if you are excited about this role and your experience doesn't align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyways! You may be just the right candidate for this role or another role in the organization.

Fluidra is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Fluidra recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, or any applicable legally protected characteristics.

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