Embedded Firmware Engineer

Akkodis is recruiting for an Embedded Firmware Engineer for a client in Niskayuna, NY. This is an onsite contract to hire position with a pay range of $70-$85 an hour.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Work with customers to identify key system requirements.

• Determine electrical machine (generators, motors, power delivery, and accessories') requirements by studying system and customer requirements.

• Use system simulation tools, such as MATLAB, Simulink, and PLECS, to validate and refine control algorithms for a wide array of electric machines to ensure the system will perform in a manner consistent with the requirements.

• Integrate the output of finite element analysis and other machine design software to determine and implement machine parameters within the system model.

• Work closely with the electrical machine design team to make sure the physical machine meets requirements.

• Develop and implement test procedures for electrical machine systems and document performance characteristics.

• Deliver effective presentations, reports, and publications to Global Research, clients Businesses, government agencies, professional societies, and peer-reviewed journals.

Required Qualifications

• PHD in Electrical Engineering or related field, with primary focus in controls applied to electric machines.

• In-depth knowledge of electrical machines including electromagnetic, thermal as well as mechanical technology aspects.

• Experience in a wide variety of machine topologies

• Expertise in simulation tools such as finite elements, MATLAB (Simulink) and others such as PLECS.

• US Citizenship required

• Must be willing to work out of an office located in Niskayuna, NY

Desired Characteristics

• Experience in Automotive Hybrid Electrical or Aerospace Systems.

• Strong interpersonal skills.

• Strong analytical skills.

• Ability to work across all functions/levels as part of a global team.

• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong ties to the external technical community.

• Entrepreneurial inclination

If interested, please click APPLY NOW, or forward your resume to marquis.clemons@akkodisgroup.com, ryan.poole@akkodisgroup.com, tina.johnsonkelley@akkodisgroup.com, michael.woods@akkodisgroup.com.

Pay Details: $70.00 to $85.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records subject to federal contractor requirements and/or security clearance requirements.