Design Lead - Embedded Firmware
United States
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Job Description
Design Lead - Embedded Firmware
Waller, Texas

Job Summary

Job Description – Control Engineer

As a Control Engineer, you will provide advanced engineering solutions to support our Electrics & Controls teams. You will act as the bridge between our Advanced/Innovation team, Thermodynamics group, and Application & Equipment Control teams to develop and implement cutting-edge control strategies.

Key Responsibilities

  • Algorithm & Feature Development
    • Design new functional algorithms and features using both basic state charts and advanced techniques such as Modified PI controllers, Feedforward controllers, Model Predictive Control and System Identification.
    • Prepare and maintain clear technical documentation.
  • Implementation & Testing
    • Implement algorithms, features, and logics using the MATLAB / Simulink / Stateflow toolchain.
    • Conduct simulations and validation tests to ensure robust control system performance.
  • Integration & Prototyping: Support control integration into products and rapid prototyping platforms.
  • Data Analysis & Optimization: Analyze field test data and fine-tune algorithms to improve system performance.
  • Strategic Alignment: Contribute to the validation of the control roadmap within the overall business strategy

Profile

  • Education: Master’s degree (or Bachelor’s with relevant experience) in Automation, Mechatronics, or Electronics Engineering, with a strong interest and background in control engineering.
  • Career Aspiration: Motivated to pursue a technical career path and grow as an expert in control engineering.
  • Technical Knowledge:
    • Solid understanding of automation and control technologies and systems.
    • Experience with MATLAB, Simulink, and Stateflow.
    • Familiarity with C and some scripting languages are highly desired.
    • PLC, SCADA, IoT, HMI, Infotainment, or UI-UX experience is not relevant to this role 

Key Responsibilities

1. Collaborate With Cross-Functional Teams To Understand Business Objectives And Integrate Design Thinking Into Embedded Firmware Development, Ensuring Alignment With Product Specifications.
2. Lead A Team Of Firmware Designers, Providing Technical Guidance And Support To Ensure The Delivery Of High-Quality Embedded Firmware Solutions That Meet Project Requirements And Timelines.
3. Present Firmware Design Concepts And Strategies To Stakeholders, Facilitating Discussions To Gather Feedback And Iterate On Design Improvements.
4. Establish And Maintain Embedded Firmware Design Standards, Guidelines, And Best Practices To Promote Consistency, Reliability, And Performance Across Projects.
5. Stay Current With Industry Trends And Emerging Technologies In Embedded Systems And Firmware Development To Drive Innovation And Enhance Design Practices.

Skill Requirements

1. Proficiency In Embedded Firmware Design Using C/C++ And Familiarity With Real-Time Operating Systems (Rtos).
2. Strong Understanding Of Hardware-Software Integration And Debugging Techniques For Embedded Systems.
3. Experience With Version Control Systems Such As Git For Managing Firmware Development.
4. Familiarity With Tools For Simulation And Validation Of Embedded Designs.
5. Excellent Problem-Solving And Analytical Skills With A Strong Attention To Detail.

Other Requirements

1. Optional But Valuable: Certifications Such As Certified Embedded Systems Engineer (Cese) Or Relevant Firmware Design Certifications.
Maximum Salary (US):  121000
Minimum Salary (US):  79000
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Information at a Glance

Why HCLTech?

At HCLTech, you'll supercharge your potential. You'll find your career. And you'll find your spark. All at a place that knows that helping its customers stay on top starts by putting its people first.

HCLTech is a global technology company, home to more than 226,300 people across 60 countries, delivering industry-leading capabilities centered around digital, engineering, cloud and AI, powered by a broad portfolio of technology services and products. We work with clients across all major verticals, providing industry solutions for Financial Services, Manufacturing, Life Sciences and Healthcare, Technology and Services, Telecom and Media, Retail and CPG, and Public Services. Consolidated revenues as of 12 months ending December 2025 totaled $14.5 billion.

Compensation and Benefits

A candidate’s pay within the range will depend on their skills, experience, education, and other factors permitted by law. This role may also be eligible for performance-based bonuses subject to company policies. In addition, this role is eligible for the following benefits subject to company policies: medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, life, accidental death & dismemberment, and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 401(k) retirement plan; 10 days of paid time off per year (some positions are eligible for need-based leave with no designated number of leave days per year); and 10 paid holidays per year.