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Project Engineer - PC, Mobile & Embedded Diagnostics for Heavy Duty Vehicles Location: Rochester Hills, MI Work: Monday-Friday; 8a-5p; On Facility Site We are seeking a senior technical engineer to ...

Project Engineer - PC, Mobile & Embedded Diagnostics for Heavy Duty Vehicles Location: Rochester Hills, MI Work: Monday-Friday; 8a-5p; On Facility Site We are seeking a senior technical engineer to ...

Embedded Firmware Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$120K - $164K/yr

We are seeking a full-time Embedded Firmware Engineer to join our software team and work on ... Success in creating useful embedded projects in the past * Soldering and electrical debugging ...

$97K - $127K/yr

Role Summary Specter Aerospace is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer III to develop and ... Experience establishing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines for embedded projects * Experience with ...

Embedded Software Engineer III

Boston, MA · On-site

$142K - $187K/yr

Role Summary Specter Aerospace is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer III to develop and ... Experience establishing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines for embedded projects * Experience with ...

Project Engineer III

San Diego, CA · On-site

$130K - $150K/yr

As a Project Engineer III , you will spearhead the development of space-capable products from ... Embedded Systems Development: Extensive experience developing, integrating, debugging, and ...

Project Engineer III

San Diego, CA · On-site

$130K - $150K/yr

As a Project Engineer III , you will spearhead the development of space-capable products from ... Embedded Systems Development: Extensive experience developing, integrating, debugging, and ...

Job Title: Project Engineer The Project Engineer provides technical, quality control, and ... The role is embedded within a large general contractor environment, collaborating closely with ...

Job Title: Project Engineer The Project Engineer provides technical, quality control, and ... The role is embedded within a large general contractor environment, collaborating closely with ...

$130K - $195K/yr

Project EnvironmentYou will be joining an embedded engineering team developing next-generation intelligent devices and connected systems supporting enterprise and industrial customers. Current ...

PROJECT ENGINEER - FEDERAL SITE CONSTRUCTION Rapid City, SD • Onsite / Jobsite Based Overview Our ... This role has a front-row seat on high-profile federal work, embedded with a tight-knit project ...

Project Engineer 4

Los Alamos, NM · On-site

$87 - $93/hr

Project Engineer 4 - Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) Location: 100% onsite - Los Alamos, NM ... You will be embedded in the Plutonium Facility engineering team, ensuring continuity of operations ...

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Embedded Software Engineer III

Boston, MA · On-site

$143K - $188K/yr

Role Summary Specter Aerospace is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer III to develop and ... Experience establishing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines for embedded projects * Experience with ...

... Embedded Systems Developer (CLED) designation • Experience programming applications in Python • Active involvement in the LabVIEW Community (vipm.io, LAVA, NI Forums) • Understanding of ...

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How much do embedded project engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for embedded project engineer in the United States is $153,383.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $131,500.00 and $173,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Embedded Project Engineer vs Embedded Software Engineer?

AspectEmbedded Project EngineerEmbedded Software Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's in Electrical, Computer Engineering or related; certifications like PMP are commonBachelor's in Computer Science, Software Engineering; certifications like Certified Software Development Professional (CSDP) are common
Work EnvironmentDesign, develop, and manage embedded systems in industrial, automotive, or consumer electronicsDevelop and test embedded software for devices and systems in various industries
Employer & IndustryManufacturers, tech companies, automotive firmsTech firms, electronics companies, embedded system providers

While both roles involve embedded systems, the Embedded Project Engineer focuses on managing projects, hardware integration, and system implementation, whereas the Embedded Software Engineer specializes in coding, testing, and software development for embedded devices.

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Infographic showing various Embedded Project Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $153,383 per year, or $73.7 per hour.

Project Engineer

Rochester Hills, MI • On-site

Snap-on Inc
Transportation Equipment Manufacturing • 10K+ employees

Full-time

Re-posted 16 days ago


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Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

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Job description

Overview
Snap-on Business Solutions
Position: Project Engineer - PC, Mobile & Embedded Diagnostics for Heavy Duty Vehicles
Location: Rochester Hills, MI
Work: Monday-Friday; 8a-5p; On Facility Site
We are seeking a senior technical engineer to lead development of diagnostic solutions across embedded, PC, and mobile platforms in the heavy-duty vehicle diagnostics domain. This role is best suited for someone with strong hands-on experience in embedded software, vehicle communications, and system integration who can also provide technical leadership across cross-functional teams. You will help define architecture, solve complex integration challenges, and deliver secure, high-quality products that support evolving customer and industry requirements.
Responsibilities
  • Lead development of driver, firmware, and application software for vehicle communication devices supporting heavy-duty diagnostic protocols such as CAN/J1939, ISO 15765-2, J1708/J1587, UDS, and ISO 22900.
  • Define requirements, system architecture, and integration strategies across software and hardware platforms.
  • Develop and enhance API drivers aligned to industry standards such as RP1210, RP1227, and J2534.
  • Ensure compliance with cybersecurity, safety, and regulatory requirements.
  • Collaborate with OEMs, fleets, suppliers, and internal engineering teams to deliver robust, secure, and high-performing diagnostic solutions.
  • Provide technical leadership during development, testing, and customer deployments by driving issue resolution and integration readiness.
  • Contribute to certification and compliance documentation.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in embedded systems, diagnostics, or automotive/heavy-duty software development.
  • Strong technical expertise in the following areas:
  • Object-oriented software development, preferably in C++
  • Multithreaded software design and development
  • Development of API drivers and communication layers on PC platforms using C, C++, or .NET
  • Strong understanding of vehicle communication protocols such as CAN, CAN FD, ISO 15765-2, UDS, J1939, and DoIP
  • Working knowledge of TCP/IP networking, secure communications such as TLS, VPN, and IPsec, and diagnostic tools such as Wireshark
  • Experience with low-level PC drivers such as USB or NDIS and integration of third-party SDKs
  • Strong experience with modern software development environments, preferably Visual Studio 2022
  • Familiarity with Agile, CI/CD, and version control (Git).
Preferred Skills
  • Experience developing firmware for vehicle communication interface devices using microcontrollers, CAN transceivers, UARTs, and USB peripherals, preferably on NXP-based platforms
  • Experience debugging firmware on embedded or connected IoT devices
  • Familiarity with PC and mobile application development on Android or iOS that integrates with third-party APIs and device communication layers
  • Exposure to AI-assisted software development or familiarity with large language model-based tooling
  • Linux experience in embedded or device-oriented environments
  • Hands-on experience with cybersecurity practices in embedded systems
  • Wireless communication experience with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth Classic SPP, or Bluetooth Low Energy
  • Experience with containerized applications on embedded systems (Docker, Podman).

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