Embedded System Engineer

Embedded Systems Engineer – Real-Time Control for High-Power Electric Drives

Vaasa, Finland | Full-time | Hybrid | 5+ years of experience

Join our client’s innovative power electronics company in Vaasa as an Embedded Systems Engineer. In this role, you'll develop and fine-tune real-time control firmware for high-power electric drive systems used in advanced industrial and transportation applications. This position is ideal for engineers with a deep understanding of embedded motor control, real-time systems, and hands-on testing in environments involving complex hardware integration.

Must-have skills:

• Proven experience in embedded C/C++ development for motor control applications
• Expertise in real-time control techniques, including FOC (Field-Oriented Control) and PWM optimization
• Familiarity with DSPs and microcontrollers used in high-voltage inverter systems
• Experience with hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) environments and functional testing of control firmware
• Strong debugging and signal analysis skills for hardware-software interfaces
• Knowledge of safety and compliance standards relevant to industrial power electronics

Additional skills:

• Background in control loop design and tuning for precision motion or power systems
• Proficiency in simulation and modeling tools (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink)
• Experience with industrial communication protocols (CAN, EtherCAT, or Modbus)
• Understanding of thermal management and fault diagnostics in embedded systems
• Ability to collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams in test labs and prototyping facilities
• Solid documentation and version control practices in regulated engineering environments