Embedded Systems Engineer - R&D

Embedded Systems Engineer​The Embedded Systems Engineer (Firmware & Hardware) role is a new role in a fast growing animal health diagnostics company based in Sligo. You will support both R&D and Operations related activities. As a key member of the team you will participate in development, manufacturing transfer and market support activities related to an embedded handheld medical device. ​We are seeking a highly motivated and self-managing engineer with experience working in customer focused commercial environments. The role will require you to join a tight knit team to develop and manage products for a growing customer base. ​Ideally you will have experience in the development of electronic devices and instruments with a strong knowledge of integration of components including sensors, microcontrollers etc. Firmware experience is essential and a knowledge of PCB design is important. Experience with wireless technologies such as Bluetooth is required. ​Responsibilities​Design and implementation of embedded devices from the requirements stage to manufacture and commercialisationPlan, design, develop and conduct tests on electronic and mechanical assemblies coming from third partiesDesign, develop, code, test and debug softwareProvide post production support and advise customer facing colleaguesWork with production to optimise manufacture and to identify alternative components as requiredPCB design experience with a good understanding of design concepts and component selectionModify designs as required to correct operation deficiencies/reduce production issues as requiredIdentify use errors and difficulties and provide expertise in evaluation of root cause analyses in both product development and on-market product troubleshootingStrong understanding of signal processing technologies​Skills & Qualifications​Degree in Electronic/Electrical Engineering/Software/Mechatronic3+ years of experienceA high degree of technical knowledge balanced with creative ability and a hands on approachHands-on experience in the development and troubleshooting embedded devicesProgramming experienceAbility to modify and update current firmwareExperience with Embedded Linux, iOS, AndroidExperience working with third party vendors, contractors and collaboratorsGood written and verbal communication​Competitive salary on offer plus the opportunity to be part of an early stage start-up business with huge potential and a team who have been successful in launching top new products in the past. ​ ** 071 9140251