Senior Embedded Software Engineer

4 days ago


Raleigh, NC, United States GridBridge Full time
Overview

About ERMCO

ERMCO (Electric Research and Manufacturing Cooperative, Inc.) is a leading U.S. manufacturer of distribution transformers and engineered electrical solutions serving electric utilities, OEMs, and industrial customers across North America. Headquartered in Dyersburg, Tennessee, ERMCO delivers reliable, high-quality products that power homes, businesses, and communities every day.

With a commitment to safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement, ERMCO is at the forefront of supporting grid modernization and the energy transition. Our vertically integrated operations, customer-focused culture, and investment in people and technology make ERMCO a trusted partner in delivering resilient, sustainable power infrastructure for the future.

About GridBridge

GridBridge is transforming power delivery for critical applications by combining advanced hardware with embedded software that enables distributed energy resources, enhances grid reliability, and improves efficiency. Founded in 2012, GridBridge has secured contracts with major customers and federal agencies including the NSF, DOE, and NASA. Now a wholly owned subsidiary of ERMCO, we operate with the agility of a startup and the backing of an industry leader.

Job Summary

We are looking for a hands-on thought leader to contribute to the Embedded Software team in the design & implementation of the GridBridge products. This individual would work closely with Power Electronics HW, DSP Engineers, and other R&D personnel. This position requires software engineering leadership in the implementation of embedded control of hardware and interface to DSP based Power Electronics. The platform software is based on a Yocto build of embedded Linux running on an iMX8 processor. The GridBridge team operates in a non-hierarchical manner, achieving great success in our team centric approach to development. Our working environment is still structured like a fast-paced start-up.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:
  • Project Task Scheduling
  • Leading the embedded software development team
  • Mentoring team members in technical skills
  • Driving excellence into the software development process
  • Develop, support, debug, and enhance embedded software residing in an embedded Linux environment on an iMX8 processor and a bare metal environment on a STM32 processor.
  • Develop I/O software to support peripherals such as SPI, I2C, GPIO, and analog to digital circuitry.
  • Work closely with the Power Electronics Hardware and Controls team throughout design and development process.
Qualifications

Required proficiencies for this position include but are not limited to:
  • Proficiency in the C / C++ programming languages
  • Scripting & Shell Programming (Python, JavaScript, REACT, etc.)
  • Working understanding of multitude of communications protocols to include: CANBus, Ethernet, WiFi, USB, Serial, LTE, ModBus, MQTT, etc.
  • Experience using JIRA and Git in a development environment.
  • Documentation skills including such areas as manuals, test procedures, MRD & PRD
Desired skills for this position include:
  • Experience in power systems protocols: IEEE2030.5, OpenADR, DNP3, Sunspec, and/or OCPP.
  • JavaScript and REACT for user interface design
  • Experience with Docker is a plus
  • Development of IoT solutions using AWS or similar
  • System testing, Manufacturing diagnostics, built in test/diagnostics (PBIT, IBIT, CBIT)
  • Deployment and customer support
  • SCADA or other utility standards experience
  • Experience using a Requirement Management Tool (RQM) (e.g. DOORS, Visure, etc) for the purpose of tracking and traceability of requirements from product to design and test cases.
  • Working with functional safety compliance processes (e.g. IEC 61508 and/or IEC 60730-1) to meet the certification process and all supporting documentation for certification.
  • A working understanding of one or more of the following applications: power systems, power electronics, Distributed Energy Resources, and EV charging.


Experience

The candidate shall have a minimum of 8 years of applicable experience. Experience in Smart Grid, Utility product development, and/or Data Centers is a plus.

Education

Relevant education would include degrees in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering with minors or advanced degrees in similar areas.

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