Job Information
Actalent FPGA Engineer in Franksville, Wisconsin
Job Title: Embedded Firmware Engineer
We are currently seeking a Firmware Design Engineer to join our development team. This position will design, implement and maintain the various software and firmware algorithms required for operating precision variable frequency drives (VFDs).
Responsibilities
• Design, implement, test, debug and provide support for firmware controlling DC/DC converters and Electric Motors.
• Adhere to established coding and revision control standards
• Solicit and incorporate customer and end user feedback to further improve our products
• Conduct and participate in code and design reviews
• Respectfully champion new ideas and features, big or small
• Document designs with ample comments, reports, and descriptions
• Track and resolve reported bugs and perform thorough testing to verify the effectiveness of the fix
• Design and develop reusable software and system components, and integrate them into existing and new designs
• Work closely with electrical hardware engineers in the planning, design and development of products to ensure software and hardware performance and compatibility
• Serve as technical lead on assigned projects, working with other functional groups and customers to meet deliverables, and to address and resolve technology or product issues to honor commitments
• Demonstrates an intense focus on customer satisfaction.
• Assist team members in achieving project level budgets on assigned projects.
• Foster open communication among all technical and business functions, including sales, operations, and quality organizations.
• Participate in an environment of continuous learning and driving standardization and high quality in design with a focus on manufacturability.
• Ensure compliance with all safety and work rules and regulations. Ensure the maintenance of departmental housekeeping standards.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering with an emphasis on Control of DC/DC converters and Electric Motors
• Strong experience in FPGA Firmware Development and its application to engineering problems
• Experience with real time Operating Systems
• Experience with Verilog HDL code
• Experience with C/C++, embedded software development
• Experience with GIT
• 5+ years of related experience
• Strong process orientation/discipline and demonstrated application of problem-solving tools (e.g. Paretto, 5-Why Analysis, 8-D’s, etc.)
Desired Qualifications:
• Experience with Vivado, Vitis and Matlab/System Generator and Mathematical Design Suites
• Experience with low-voltage (LV) Drives, DC/DC converters and Controls.
• Strong familiarity with power electronics equipment including switchgear, soft starters and VFDs.
• Experience operating in a power-electronics and industrial packaging manufacturing environment.
• Strong technical skills related to electrical engineering and power electronics.
• Demonstrated track record of creating/applying standard processes and problem-solving techniques/tools.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Franksville, WI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $120000.00/yr.
• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Franksville,WI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 24, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
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Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.