FPGA Development Engineer
Location: Novi, Michigan, USA
An established engineering organisation is seeking a self-motivated FPGA Development Engineer to join its embedded systems team. This is a full-time, salaried position offering a competitive compensation package and benefits.
The Role
You will be part of a collaborative development team focused on the design and delivery of next-generation embedded products. The position involves a mix of new product development and enhancement of existing systems, with responsibility across the full development lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain FPGA-based embedded systems
- Translate system requirements into detailed FPGA and system architecture designs
- Support both new development and ongoing improvements to existing products
- Develop and execute unit and system-level test procedures
- Perform debugging and troubleshooting of embedded systems
- Create and maintain technical documentation for designs and processes
Required Experience & Skills
- Strong experience with VHDL for embedded system development
- Hands-on experience with lab equipment such as logic analyzers and oscilloscopes
- Experience with System-on-Chip (SoC) design
- Understanding of electrical schematic design
- Ability to analyse and debug complex embedded systems
- Solid understanding of object-oriented concepts and general software development principles
- Familiarity with software development lifecycles
- Knowledge of software design patterns
Desirable Skills
- Experience working with Xilinx FPGA devices
- Familiarity with C++
- Experience with version control systems
- Knowledge of communication interfaces such as CAN, JTAG, I2C, USB, Ethernet
- Familiarity with industry standards such as SAE, ISO, ASAM
- Understanding of data acquisition systems
- Exposure to automotive or engine control systems
Personal Attributes
- Proactive, self-driven mindset with a strong work ethic
- Clear and effective communication skills
- Strong organisational and time management abilities
- High attention to detail with a structured approach to development