Firmware Engineer

Building the people that build the world.

With platforms in HVAC and Detection and Measurement, SPX Technologies builds innovative solutions that enable a safer, more efficient, sustainable world.  Through our RiSE talent development framework, we Reach, Identify, Strengthen, and Engage our employees to support them in their continued development.  We’re a global company of problem solvers, collaborators, and innovators, and our businesses build solutions that impact the world. 

As part of Detection and Measurement, Aids to Navigation, including Flash, Sabik Marine and Sealite, are leading providers of lighting and navigational aids for the marine, obstruction, and airfield end markets.  Offering the broadest portfolio of solutions, we help people transverse the world safely by air, land, and sea.

Responsibilities:                Firmware development for embedded systems based on processors such as ARM Cortex M0 and M4 and Renesas H8 including design, coding, documenting, testing and maintenance.

 Minimum Requirements:

• MSc (Tech), BSc (Tech) or equivalent degree in automation engineering, electrical engineering, computer engineering, telecommunications engineering, communications engineering, electronics or a related field.


• 5+ years’ experience development in Embedded Systems.


• Working knowledge of C, typically using Windows based development environments.


• Understanding of embedded firmware systems & development programs utilizing bare metal C and RTOS.


• Basic understanding and knowledge of


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  • wireless communication interfaces and modules (BLE, LTE-M, NB-IoT, LoRAWAN)
  
  
  • mixed signal electronics
  
  
  • serial communication protocols (UART, I2C, SPI)
  
  
  • modules for satellite navigation systems (GNSS) and satellite communications (GlobalStar, Iridium)
  
  
  
  


• Ability to work with laboratory equipment needed for testing firmware


• Familiarity with other programming languages, Atlassian tools and git desired and beneficial


• Familiarity with relevant standards, regulations, directives and specifications in the field, such as EMC, environmental and safety is considered an advantage.


• Fluent written and spoken skills in English                                                 

Duties: 

1. Follow safe work practices and procedures and ensure a “safety first” culture in every task undertaken.


2. Advise the Systems Engineer and Engineering Manager of design or other issues affecting the development of appropriate software.


3. Researching, designing, writing, documenting, and testing new software programs.


4. Developing existing systems by analysis and identifying areas for modification.


5. Maintaining systems by monitoring, identifying and correcting software defects.


6. Investigating new technologies.


7. Creating technical specifications and test plans.


8. Writing software design documentation.


9. Follow structured development Lifecyle’s for the development of all software.


10. Working closely with other staff contributing to company objectives.  Key contacts include systems engineers, test engineers, project managers and electrical engineers.


11. Consulting clients/colleagues concerning the maintenance and performance of software systems and asking questions to obtain information, clarify details and implement information.


12. Constantly updating technical knowledge and skills by attending in-house and/or external courses, reading manuals and accessing new applications.


13. Participation in department improvement activities such as reviewing and updating engineering processes.


14. Perform any other duties as reasonably directed.

How we live our culture

Our culture is at the center of what we do and, more importantly, who we are.  Our core values set a standard for how we manage ourselves, and our Leadership Model sets the standard for how we engage with each other.  Whether you are an individual contributor or you lead a large team, each of us leads at SPX.  

What benefits do we offer?

We know that the well-being of our employees is integral. Our benefits include:

• Competitive and performance-based compensation packages and bonus plans


• Educational assistance, leadership development programs, and recognition programs  

Our commitment to embrace diversity to build a culture of inclusion at SPX

We value different backgrounds, experiences, and voices at SPX, and we are committed to challenging ourselves, openly communicating, and striving to improve every day.  We believe in creating an inclusive work environment where everyone has a voice and is encouraged to realise their fullest potential.