Job Description Summary
We are looking for an Embedded Engineer responsible for the complete electrical system design of both existing and new products. Preferred candidates will have experience with refrigeration systems and beverage dispenser systems. Proficiency in working with touch screens, single board computers, sensors, printed circuit boards, wiring, power supplies, motors, modems, and antennas is essential. A solid understanding of electrical engineering principles is required. The role involves managing product support, new product development (NPD) launches, product end-of-life processes, and change control. The candidate should be capable of collaborating with suppliers and customers to execute electrical designs and effectively presenting to various levels within the business.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
* Understand and adhere to the MFT NPD best practices and development process.
* Lead internal and external electrical design reviews and participate in peer reviews with EMEA staff and colleagues from the USA, China, and Mexico
* Create detailed hardware and software requirement specification documents and validation test plans.
* Collaborate with PCBA suppliers to deliver concept, prototype, pilot, and production-ready PCBA's, ensuring compliance with MFT acceptance criteria.
* Coordinate project work with critical stakeholders to meet the completion time and cost targets.
* Design printed circuit boards and electrical systems for food and beverage applications.
* Understand food and beverage agency standards and design products
* Select sub-system design, specify and apply critical components, and identify CTQs through the DFMEA process.
* Administer test programs for Electrical Reliability, Design Validation, Performance Evaluation and Component Selection.
* Work independently with limited supervision.
* Support the design, development, testing, and troubleshooting of touch screens and single board computers.
* Design electrical harnesses and generate required supplier documentation.
* Build, test and debug hardware prototypes.
Required Qualifications, Skills/Competencies
* BSEE or BSEET experience.
* Proficient in Schematic Capture & PC Board Layout tools (ORCAD or Altium preferred).
* Ability to design and code in C/C++ for microcontrollers.
* Familiarity with firmware build tools and processes.
* Experience with microprocessor and flash memory programming.
* Proficient in source-level debugging.
* Develop and maintain documentation for code, interfaces, and procedures related to the software lifecycle.
* Experience with Quantum Leaps (QP) state machine framework is a plus.
* Familiarity with developing software targeted to STM32, other ARM processors, or PIC architecture is a plus.
* Demonstrated experience with embedded systems and software.
* Ability to read schematics and wiring diagrams.
* Understanding of microprocessors, digital circuits, power supplies, and simple analog circuits.
* Proficient in using lab test equipment, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, spectrum analyzers, and DMMs.
* Outstanding communication and presentation skills.
* Ability to develop and manage software schedules through an entire project's life cycle.
* Ability to interface directly with customers and travel as needed.
* Motivated self-starter, comfortable with ambiguity.
* Fluent in English and German.
What we offer you
* An open and dynamic corporate culture paired with the opportunity to work independently.
* A challenging, international work environment with exciting tasks in an industry of the future.
* Flexible working hours.
* Regular home office days option
* An attractive salary package.
* Company pension scheme.
* Subsidized canteen, free hot and cold drinks, and a weekly fruit offer to boost overall well-being.
* Team events.
Our Values
Character
* Do the right thing for the people and communities we serve.
* Work hard and humbly for each other.
* Build trust through open, honest communication.
Courage
* Own our success and make a difference.
* Challenge the status quo.
* Be bold to make the tough decisions and take risks.
Creativity
* Innovation and simplicity determine our success.
* Growing through continuous learning.
* Relentlessly curious.
Community
* People are our greatest asset.
* Welcome diversity of people and ideas.
* Strong relationships make us better.