Embedded Software Designer

SUMMARY:
Our client based in Kwa Zulu-Natal is looking for an Embedded Software Developer to research, design, develop, maintain, analyze, test, document and specify products and sub-systems from specification to full release so that they meet customer requirements, design standards and specifications

POSITION INFO:

Qualification

• Degree in electronic engineering
• At least 3 years’ experience in firmware design and development
• Experience in the metering industry would be advantageous
• Experience with smart metering and smart grid technologies would be advantageous

Competencies

• Knowledge of electronic analogue and digital design principles and design for manufacture
• Knowledge of project work item breakdown and timing estimates
• Knowledge of real time operating systems
• Knowledge of embedded C/C++ programming language
• Knowledge of compiler/simulation/emulation tool chains
• Knowledge of change control processes in a design and production environment
• Able to create firmware design specifications
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills
• Professional approach
• Actively participate in team activities such as code reviews, field investigations, design brainstorm sessions, etc.
• Ability/Flexibility to quickly learn new tools and processes
• Commitment to customer service
• High level of integrity and confidentiality
• Able to work under pressure

Responsibilities

• Provide input in embedded software design and development including architecture, high level design, coding, coding standards, validation, technology and tool selection and documentation
• Review both internal and external specifications to ensure all requirements are clearly defined and understood
• Interface with engineers, customers, or others to discuss engineering projects, products or specifications
• Provide engineering input into technical, costs, schedules and risks where required
• Generate software specifications as per project requirements.
• Software design to meet the requirements of both internal and external specifications.
• Functional design, software coding, integration and testing as per predefined specification and project requirements.
• Ensure that software design and documentation conforms to the requirements of the code of practise.
• Host and attend engineering design reviews, code walkthroughs, etc.
• Ensure the quality of designs using peer reviews, worst case calculations, simulations, and testing, considering all aspects relevant to the design.
• Host and attend engineering design reviews, DFMEA’s and PFMEA’s
• Optimize the product DVC without affecting product quality
• Ensure the design is repeatable and reliable
• Communicate project status and progress on a regular basis
• Provide engineering training to both internal and external customers
• Integrate all components of the embedded system into a full development solution.
• Integrate firmware with the hardware platforms for alpha and beta prototypes.
• Test and debug alpha and beta prototype builds to ensure designs meet requirements.
• Validate embedded software aspects of the bill of materials.
• Component procurement for alpha and beta prototypes.
• Define test cases for firmware validation.
• Perform verification testing including unit testing, functional testing, sub-assembly testing, and final device testing in accordance with relevant specifications.
• Generate test reports documenting all tests carried out and obtained results
• Ensure that all change requests (ICR’S) are evaluated and processed accordingly
• Identify second source options for single sourced components and conduct required verification testing for approval.
• Conduct, coordinate, and track failure analysis for production and field failure investigations
• Optimize the product DVC without affecting product quality
• Host and attend engineering design reviews, DFMEA’s and PFMEA’s
• Constructively participate as a member of the wider Company team
• Undertake any other tasks or one-off projects which may be assigned from time to time
• Ensure protection of the company’s commercial interests always and in all circumstances
• Take all practicable steps to ensure personal safety and the safety of others as a matter of priority
• Demonstrate professional skill and a high standard of fairness and integrity
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