Senior Embedded Controls Engineer

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in Palo Alto, CA that is seeking a Senior Embedded Controls Engineer, Body Controls.

Responsibilities:
* Develop control/estimation algorithms for body control features like window control, closure systems, and lighting
* Lead hardware integration for body controls on benches, bucks, labcars, and vehicles
* Collaborate with software teams to align core functions and broadcast requirements
* Apply functional safety principles and participate in safety analyses
* Create test plans and validate firmware functionality, stability, and performance
* Drive feature development across hardware, software, and architecture teams
* Author subsystem block diagrams and lead reviews throughout development phases
* Early firmware work includes hardware validation, labcar testing, and automation setup for unit, SIL, and HIL testing

REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Computer Science, with evidence of exceptional ability, or equivalent experience
* 5+ years of experience on electrical hardware applications, prototype bring-up, and systems development
* 5+ years of experience with Vehicle Network Protocols such as CAN, LIN & Automotive Ethernet
* Strong EE fundamentals and hands-on experience with electrical test equipment (oscilloscopes, DMMs, signal generators, power supplies, etc.)
* 5+ years of experience using embedded networking interface tools for automotive, aerospace, or similar field
* Experience and working knowledge of systems development, vehicle architecture, battery technologies, software/hardware tool development, motor calibration technologies, OBD calibration, functional safety, network, and diagnostics process
* Experience with creating and executing component-level test procedures and owning all test results

Preferred:
* Collaborative mindset and strong communication
* Experience in driver development, RTOS integration, and software build tools
* Familiarity with PCB components and analysis tools
* Proficiency in Python scripting and software design
* Hands-on experience in hardware bring-up, debugging, and optimization
* Solid understanding of circuit analysis and design

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

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