Embedded Systems Engineer Robotic Solutions

Embedded Systems Engineer Robotic Solutions at

AMERICAN DROID, LLC

Embedded Systems Engineer Robotic Solutions at

AMERICAN DROID, LLC

in New Bern, North Carolina Posted in 4 days ago.

Type:

full-time

Job Description:

We are seeking a capable Embedded Systems Engineer to independently design and develop both the electrical hardware and firmware for advanced robotic solutions. This role combines motor controllers, power systems, communication boards, and low-level embedded software. You will define requirements, create technical solutions, solve problems, and deliver working prototypes with minimal supervision.

Key Responsibilities:

Define electrical requirements and select components for motor controllers, power delivery, and communication systems.

Develop conceptual PCB layouts for motor control boards and integrate them with the mechanical CAD model to ensure proper fit and wire routing.

Design and implement low-level firmware (C/C++) for motor control, sensor feedback loops, safety features (overcurrent, thermal protection), and real-time operation.

Write embedded software for power and communication boards, including USB/serial protocols, error handling, and diagnostics.

Create calibration tools and software for tuning motor parameters, minimizing latency, and optimizing performance.

Perform bench testing, debugging, and integration of custom circuit boards, firmware, and communication systems.

Independently solve technical challenges across hardware and firmware to deliver reliable, compact electronics for robotic solutions.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Robotics, or related field.3+ years of hands-on experience developing embedded systems that combine hardware and firmware (motor control or electromechanical systems preferred).Strong proficiency in C/C++ for microcontrollers (STM32, ARM, or similar).Practical experience with motor drivers, power electronics, sensor integration, and communication protocols (USB, UART, SPI, I2C, CAN).Ability to work with basic PCB layouts, read schematics, and integrate electronics with mechanical designs.

Skilled at bench testing, debugging, and problem-solving with lab equipment (oscilloscope, logic analyzer, etc.).Self-starter capable of independently designing solutions and driving development from concept to working hardware.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with robotics or mechatronic systems.

Familiarity with real-time control, PID loops, and safety-critical firmware.

Exposure to integrating PCBs into tight mechanical enclosures.

Other InformationAs robotics start-up, we are building from the ground up. Current compensation is a starting point, and benefits are not yet established but were creating something bigger: a company that designs and builds leading American-made robotic systems for real-world missions.

As we grow, compensation, benefits, and opportunity grow with us.

Full-time position in New Bern, NC (less than 2 hours from Raleigh, NC). U.S. citizens only. Must be eligible for a U.S. Government security clearance and comply with

ITAR/EAR

export control requirements.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome candidates of all backgrounds to apply.

This is a hands-on role ideal for someone who enjoys owning the full embedded system (hardware + firmware) and delivering results with limited external support. recblid 4fr0eatz89p95bexqn3xcf4hid3t65