We are looking for a talented Embedded Systems Test Engineer II to join the Nordson EFD product design team. In this role you will be responsible for designing, developing, and debugging electrical ...
We are looking for a talented Embedded Systems Test Engineer II to join the Nordson EFD product design team. In this role you will be responsible for designing, developing, and debugging electrical ...
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We are seeking a Principal Software Engineer with experience in real-time embedded C language system development to join our Physical Sciences & Systems business unit located a stone's throw from ...
Senior Real-time Software Engineer with Security Clearance
Middletown, RI ยท On-site
$121K - $160K/yr
We are seeking a Principal Software Engineer with experience in real-time embedded C language system development to join our Physical Sciences & Systems business unit located a stone's throw from ...
Senior Real-time Software Engineer with Security Clearance
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$121K - $160K/yr
Linux and VxWorks real-time software development on a wide range of embedded multi-threaded ... engineering team. โข The ideal candidate enjoys working in a multi-disciplinary role and is ...
Senior Real-time Software Engineer with Security Clearance
Middletown, RI ยท On-site
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Linux and VxWorks real-time software development on a wide range of embedded multi-threaded ... engineering team. โข The ideal candidate enjoys working in a multi-disciplinary role and is ...
HW/SW Test Engineer
Middletown, RI ยท On-site
$84.50 - $99/hr
This is a strong fit for a test engineer who enjoys hands-on integration work, embedded systems, hardware/software troubleshooting, formal test events, requirements verification, and working directly ...
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HW/SW Test Engineer
Middletown, RI ยท On-site
$84.50 - $99/hr
This is a strong fit for a test engineer who enjoys hands-on integration work, embedded systems, hardware/software troubleshooting, formal test events, requirements verification, and working directly ...
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We're seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our team and play a pivotal role in designing ... This is an IoT-driven hardware role: you'll be building the embedded systems and connected ...
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Associate Test Engineer
Lincoln, RI ยท On-site
$84K - $90K/yr
... Embedded uControllers. โข Analyze and implement "off the shelf" instrumentation components (GPIB, VXI, PXI, Serial). โข Provide documentation at all stages of software/hardware development. โข ...
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Associate Test Engineer
$84K - $90K/yr
Must possess a working knowledge of WindowsXP and Windows7, and embedded Operating Systems. Programming experience with high-level object oriented languages C++. Visual Basic programming experience ...
New
Electrical Engineer
North Kingstown, RI ยท On-site
$110 - $150/hr
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Electrical Engineer
North Kingstown, RI ยท On-site
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This is an IoT-driven hardware role: you'll be building the embedded systems and connected architectures behind the next generation of smart pool technology.We're looking for a self-directed engineer ...
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North Kingstown, RI ยท On-site
$104K - $135K/yr
We're seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our team and play a pivotal role in designing ... This is an IoT-driven hardware role: you'll be building the embedded systems and connected ...
Senior Electrical Engineer
North Kingstown, RI ยท On-site
$104K - $135K/yr
We're seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our team and play a pivotal role in designing ... This is an IoT-driven hardware role: you'll be building the embedded systems and connected ...
Senior Electrical Engineer
North Kingstown, RI ยท On-site
$104K - $135K/yr
We're seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our team and play a pivotal role in designing ... This is an IoT-driven hardware role: you'll be building the embedded systems and connected ...
Senior Electrical Engineer
North Kingstown, RI ยท On-site
$104K - $135K/yr
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SYSTEMS ENGINEER III
Middletown, RI ยท On-site
Design and implement embedded computing solutions, data acquisition systems, and distributed ... Software Engineering * Develop, modify, test, and maintain software applications supporting ...
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SYSTEMS ENGINEER III
Middletown, RI ยท On-site
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Principal Mechatronics Engineer / Technical Lead - System Design
East Providence, RI ยท On-site
$90 - $120/hr
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Principal Mechatronics Engineer / Technical Lead - System Design
East Providence, RI ยท On-site
$90 - $120/hr
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Cumberland, RI ยท On-site
Strong software engineering experience in C++, desktop applications, audio software, embedded-adjacent systems, plug-ins, cloud-connected products, or comparable technical domains. * Ability to ...
Software Engineer
Cumberland, RI ยท On-site
Strong software engineering experience in C++, desktop applications, audio software, embedded-adjacent systems, plug-ins, cloud-connected products, or comparable technical domains. * Ability to ...
Software Engineer
Cumberland, RI ยท On-site
Strong software engineering experience in C++, desktop applications, audio software, embedded-adjacent systems, plug-ins, cloud-connected products, or comparable technical domains. * Ability to ...
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Cumberland, RI ยท On-site
Strong software engineering experience in C++, desktop applications, audio software, embedded-adjacent systems, plug-ins, cloud-connected products, or comparable technical domains. * Ability to ...
Senior Mission Software Engineer
North Kingstown, RI ยท On-site
$118K - $156K/yr
Strong C++ for complex systems : memory management, multi-threading, performance in embedded or ... Systems programming depth: networking (UDP/TCP, CAN), threading, IPC, and long-duration robustness.
Senior Mission Software Engineer
North Kingstown, RI ยท On-site
$118K - $156K/yr
Strong C++ for complex systems : memory management, multi-threading, performance in embedded or ... Systems programming depth: networking (UDP/TCP, CAN), threading, IPC, and long-duration robustness.
Senior Mission Software Engineer
North Kingstown, RI ยท On-site
$118K - $156K/yr
Strong C++ for complex systems : memory management, multi-threading, performance in embedded or ... Systems programming depth: networking (UDP/TCP, CAN), threading, IPC, and long-duration robustness.
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Senior Mission Software Engineer
North Kingstown, RI ยท On-site
$118K - $156K/yr
Strong C++ for complex systems : memory management, multi-threading, performance in embedded or ... Systems programming depth: networking (UDP/TCP, CAN), threading, IPC, and long-duration robustness.
Principal Software Engineer
North Kingstown, RI ยท On-site
$130K - $175K/yr
Strong embedded C/C++ on RTOS or bare metal. * Deterministic avionics networking: ARINC 664/AFDX ... Systems engineering fluency: requirements decomposition, interface control, hazard and criticality ...
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Principal Software Engineer
North Kingstown, RI ยท On-site
$130K - $175K/yr
Strong embedded C/C++ on RTOS or bare metal. * Deterministic avionics networking: ARINC 664/AFDX ... Systems engineering fluency: requirements decomposition, interface control, hazard and criticality ...
Principal Software Engineer
North Kingstown, RI ยท On-site
$130K - $175K/yr
Strong embedded C/C++ on RTOS or bare metal. * Deterministic avionics networking: ARINC 664/AFDX ... Systems engineering fluency: requirements decomposition, interface control, hazard and criticality ...
Principal Software Engineer
North Kingstown, RI ยท On-site
$130K - $175K/yr
Strong embedded C/C++ on RTOS or bare metal. * Deterministic avionics networking: ARINC 664/AFDX ... Systems engineering fluency: requirements decomposition, interface control, hazard and criticality ...
Principal Software Engineer
North Kingstown, RI ยท On-site
$180 - $240/hr
Strong embedded C/C++ on RTOS or bare metal. * Deterministic avionics networking: ARINC 664/AFDX ... Systems engineering fluency: requirements decomposition, interface control, hazard and criticality ...
Principal Software Engineer
North Kingstown, RI ยท On-site
$180 - $240/hr
Strong embedded C/C++ on RTOS or bare metal. * Deterministic avionics networking: ARINC 664/AFDX ... Systems engineering fluency: requirements decomposition, interface control, hazard and criticality ...
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| Required Credentials | Bachelor's in Electrical, Computer Engineering, or related fields; certifications like ARM or IoT certifications are common | Bachelor's in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related; often similar certifications in embedded systems or firmware development |
| Work Environment | Designing and developing hardware-software integrated systems, often in industrial, automotive, or consumer electronics | Writing, testing, and debugging low-level code that runs directly on hardware devices like microcontrollers or embedded processors |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Electronics manufacturers, automotive, aerospace, IoT companies | Consumer electronics, IoT devices, medical devices, automotive systems |
Embedded Engineers and Firmware Engineers often work closely, but Embedded Engineers focus on both hardware and software integration, while Firmware Engineers specialize in low-level code development that runs directly on hardware. Both roles require similar skills and certifications, but their primary focus and work environment differ slightly.
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Key responsibilities
Design, develop, and debug electrical hardware and software test systems for electro-mechanical systems.
Develop and execute test plans for embedded systems, including mixed-signal circuits used in industrial and life science applications.
Collaborate with firmware and design engineers to develop test scripts, tools, and diagnostics, and perform testing, analysis, and debugging of system and hardware failures.
Job description
Nordson EFD, a global leader in Engineered Fluid Dispensing, is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we are looking for candidates who share that same commitment.
Summary of the role
As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment, where your ideas and contributions will be valued and respected.
From the mobile device in your pocket to the sensors in your car or components used in AI datacenters, and even life-saving medical devices, our technology is used to make products that touch your life every day. Do you want to join a growing team in a market-leading technology company? We're looking for motivated individuals who care about helping our customers succeed. If you value integrity, respect for people, customer passion, energy, and excellence, you will fit right in to the Nordson culture.
We are looking for a talentedEmbedded Systems Test Engineer II to join the Nordson EFD product design team. In this role you will be responsible for designing, developing, and debugging electrical hardware and software test systems for electro-mechanical systems that enable precision manufacturing processes and fluid handling. You will work on complex hardware-software interaction problems that require strong analytical and data driven approaches to make our products smarter, connected, and intelligent.
How YOU will make an impact:
- Develop and execute test plans for embedded systems, including mixed-signal circuits (microcontroller/FPGA/power conversion/analog) used in mission-critical industrial and life science applications.
- Design and maintain automated and manual test setups using system-level platforms such as single board computers (SBCs), PCs, custom test hardware, and standard communication interfaces.
- Collaborate with firmware and design engineers to develop test scripts, tools, and diagnostics using Python, C, C++, HDL, LabView, and other relevant languages.
- Create and implement verification and validation protocols, perform testing, analyze results, debug system and hardware failures.
- Support new technology evaluations, assist in competitive benchmarking, and provide test support during product development and production launch as well as post launch software releases.
Qualifications To Be Successful:
- 3+ years' experience in systems, test, or integration engineering of electro-mechanical products with embedded systems, real time control and digital communication interfaces.
- Expertise in test system development. Experience with schematic capture, BOM creation, and PCB layouts using OrCAD (with EDM) or similar CAD software for custom test hardware.
- Familiarity with firmware development process.
- Proficiency in Python required, some additional language(s) such as C, C++, LabView, HDL preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate with a global team.
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering such as electrical, mechanical, computer engineering, or computer science.
What We Offer:
- Flexible work hours.
- Starting day 1, your benefits include Medical, Rx, Vision, Dental, Health Savings Account (HSA), 401k (with match AND additional 3% annual company contribution), tuition reimbursement and Life Insurance.
- Annual cash bonus based on personal & company performance.
- In addition to paid time off and paid holidays, each employee receives 16 hours of paid time each calendar year to perform volunteer services in our communities.
- Full-service on-site cafeteria
Working Conditions and Physical Demands: Office environment. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Travel Required: Estimated 10%
Nordson Corporation provides equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees. No person is to be discriminated against in any aspect of the employment relationship due to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship status, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of our pre-employment drug screening and background/criminal check, consistent with applicable laws.
Interested?
If you are interested in being a part of a team and creating an inclusive and diverse workplace, please apply online with your CV.
About Nordson EFD
Nordson EFD is a world-leading designer and manufacturer of fluid dispensing systems and single-use fluid packaging. By joining our team today, you will help us bring innovative ideas to life. Nordson EFD is a global team that works to create systems and consumables that improve the fluid dispensing process. We offer a supportive culture in a growing and dynamic work environment. Whether you're just beginning your career or you're a seasoned professional, there's a place for you to belong at Nordson EFD. We offer hourly and salary positions in production, maintenance, customer service, quality, engineering, and more. We actively invest in our teams to help you build your skillsets and advance your career.