Embedded Systems Engineer
Phoenixcontact · Middletown, Pennsylvania · Posted Jun 15, 2026
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Job Summary
An embedded systems engineer is an individual contributor role responsible for designing, developing, and implementing real-time embedded software and firmware solutions. This role supports cross-functional engineering activities, contributes to technology research, and performs sustaining work on existing products. The engineer collaborates with global teams to ensure secure, reliable, and high-performance embedded platforms.
Key Responsibilities
Design and implement embedded software in C/C++ for real-time systems
Develop detailed design documentation and contribute to system requirement specifications
Support system architecture activities and contribute to technology conceptualization
Assist in identifying and mitigating security vulnerabilities within embedded applications
Support threat modeling activities for embedded components
Participate in R D initiatives and assist in evaluating emerging technologies
Troubleshoot, maintain, and enhance existing embedded products
Collaborate with global and local engineering teams to align system development
Participate in standards-based industry working groups when applicable
Work independently and within multi-disciplinary teams to complete assignments
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
BS (MS/ME preferred) in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related field
Knowledge / experience developing embedded systems for high reliability applications (Industrial, Automotive, Medical, Defense, etc.)
Demonstrated ability to conceptualize and create innovative solutions
Experience with industry best practices in embedded development and quality assurance
Proven experience developing applications for embedded Linux in C/C++
Experience with VHDL / Verilog for FPGA design
Knowledge of web and cloud technologies
Source level knowledge of Ethernet based and industrial communication protocols
3+ years’ experience leading new technology development and working within cross-functional groups to successfully bring products to market
Essential Job Functions
Eligible to receive a US passport
Ability to travel by air as required
Ability to sit for extended periods and ride in a car for up to 6 hours
Ability to communicate effectively in English (written verbal)
Ability to travel overseas for extended periods if required
Regular and on-time attendance
This is a hybrid position unless otherwise specified requiring 3 days in the office.
Perks Benefits
Phoenix Contact offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k matching, and a generous time off package. There are also a wide variety of additional benefits available including 16 weeks fully paid maternity leave 10 weeks fully paid paternity leave, life insurance, short long-term disability, on-site gym access, health wellbeing center, on-site café, walking trails, tuition assistance, and more!
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