Generac Clean Energy is dedicated to delivering revolutionary Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) for our residential customers to improve energy reliability and grid independence. Generac Clean Energy is looking for a motivated
Firmware Engineer IV
with insatiable curiosity to help create next generation energy storage designs.
The Firmware Engineer IV i
s responsible for providing firmware for embedded controls systems used in new product development, new or enhancements to system features, and existing product firmware support where needed. This role will be specifically involved in helping the design and development of new controls and algorithms. The candidate will show outstanding technical and organizational skills and be passionate about bringing sustainable energy to the world.
This role will be based in our Reno NV office.
Job Responsibilities:
•Promote excellence in software fundamentals, including architectural design, algorithm development, data structures, code modularity, and maintainability.
•Develop, enhance and debug new and existing real-time firmware in C. Deliver high-quality code in a real-time embedded environment.
•Drive firmware development for performance, scalability, robustness, and tight integration with the hardware.
•Design safety rated firmware to meet functional safety standards such as UL1998 or IEC 61508
•Hands-on hardware bring up
Minimum Requirements:
•Bachelor's in engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics or proof of exceptional skills in related fields with practical firmware engineering experience.
•Minimum of 6+ years of relevant work experience
•Minimum of 3+ years of experience delivering top-quality C code in a real-time embedded environment.
•Minimum of 3+ years of experience with Multithreaded or RTOS experience.
•Familiarity with a Unix environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
•Experience with test-driven development using unit testing, software in the loop, and hardware in the loop methodologies. Our developers participate significantly in firmware testing, so a validation mindset is required.
•Experience with communication interfaces on embedded systems such as RS-485, CAN, SPI, I2C is desired.
•Familiarity with electrical test tools like scopes, meters, and power supplies.
•Experience developing time-critical code using ADC, PWM for power controls, and battery management.
•Python experience for supporting tools and data analysis.
•Proficient in standard source control tools like Git.
•Remain engaged, proactive, and positive when taking on challenging tasks, owning assignments, and taking accountability for personal and overall team success.
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