Embedded Controls Engineer

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Embedded Controls Engineer Job Description We are seeking a candidate with a strong experience in Control Theory and embedded systems to join our team. The successful candidate will design, implement, and maintain software and firmware algorithms required for operating precision variable frequency drives (VFDs). Responsibilities Design, implement, test, debug, and provide ongoing support for operating system and application software that meets technical and customer requirements. Adhere to established coding and revision control standards. Solicit and incorporate customer and end-user feedback to further improve products. Conduct and participate in code and design reviews. Champion new ideas and features, big or small, in a respectful manner. Document designs with ample comments, reports, and descriptions. Track and resolve reported bugs and perform thorough testing to verify the effectiveness of fixes. Design and develop reusable software and system components, and integrate them into existing and new designs. Work closely with electrical hardware engineers in the planning, design, and development of products to ensure software and hardware performance and compatibility. Serve as a technical lead on assigned projects, collaborating with other functional groups and customers to meet deliverables, and to address and resolve technology or product issues. Essential Skills Bachelor or Master's Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering. A plus would be with an emphasis on Control of Electric Motors and/or DC/DC converters. Strong Experience in control theory and its application to engineering problems. Solid understanding of basic physics. Expertise with Matlab/Simulink. Experience with real-time Operating Systems. Proficiency in Verilog HDL code. Experience with C/C++ and embedded software development. Experience with GIT. 3+ years of related experience. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Caledonia, WI. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $150000.00/yr. Full benefits- health, dental, vision, 401K Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Caledonia,WI. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 20, 2026. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through: Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our people Actalent is an equal opportunity employer. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day. Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.