Embedded Software Engineer

Cygnus Instruments manufactures state of the art, ruggedised, ultrasonic measuring equipment used in global industrial and subsea applications, primarily in Non-Destructive Testing (NDT). Cygnus adopts a niche product strategy and resilient business model, with reliable, high-quality products central to this and its brand. We have been manufacturing our products since 1985. Cygnus Instruments is proud of a culture that emphasises learning, teamwork and encourages problem solving and new ideas.

Located at our design Office in Bath, Somerset, this role requires an individual with a keen interest and knowledge in embedded software engineering and has a willingness to develop and learn. As a small company we require a versatile engineer who can work on bringing up new boards right up to delivering the final application.

What you’ll be doing

• Support and collaborate with the engineering team on product development projects.
• Develop with STM32 and similar microcontrollers and their peripherals.
• Develop code in C/C++.
• Learn about Ultrasonic Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) technology and methods.
• Learn about ultrasonic probes using in NDT.
• Follow the Agile design methodology.
• Recording research and design activity in a digital logbook.
• Update company project planning software as work is progressed.
• Following the companies ISO 9001 procedures.
• Using Microsoft Office 365 for documents and communication.
• Occasional travel to Dorchester head office when required.
• The possibility of future customer site visits to evaluate designs and get feedback.

What experience you’ll need

Essentials: • Fluent in C++ 20. • Familiar with STM32 microcontrollers. • Must be conversant with Cube tools, Eclipse and GCC. Must have recent experience in: o Developing embedded systems or products. o Using an RTOS ( Azure: ThreadX, FileX, USBX ). o Developing embedded USB protocols. o Developing communication stacks and protocols. Must have driver development skills, o SPI / I2C / UART. o Displays – RGB, DSI. o Flash memory interface. o FPGA interface and initialisation.

Nice to have/ or good understanding of: o Signal processing of sampled analogue signals – filtering, FFT, statistics. o Bluetooth LE and stack development. o Physics, measurement and instrumentation principles. • Have experience using test equipment such as logic analysers, oscilloscopes and power meters. • Hold a good degree in engineering. • Ability to handle more than one project at a time.

What you’ll get in return for your talents

Excellent collaborative culture, project ownership and talented team members. Salary range: COMPETITIVE (range depending on experience). Group Life Insurance. Group Income Protection Insurance. Private Medical insurance. 3.5% Pension Contribution. Enhanced annual leave with length of service.

What’s next? Please send your CV to our recruitment partner, Roy Bennett at ADLIB Recruitment via this advert for a fast response