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Embedded Software Engineer
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Develops and tests embedded control software in C/C++ and ISAGRAF for rail hardware platforms, writes V-model compliant specifications per EN 50128 and EN 50657, and troubleshoots locomotive system defects.
About this role
What do we want to know about you?
- Education: Bachelor’s degree or above, majoring in Computer Science, Automation Engineering, or closely related engineering fields.
- Experience: 1–5 years of hands-on embedded software development experience; candidates with industrial automation project delivery background are highly preferred.
- Programming skills: Strong working knowledge of embedded C programming, or equivalent industrial automation control languages.
- Embedded systems: In-depth familiarity with mainstream embedded real-time operating systems, including RTX, RT-Thread, and FreeRTOS.
- Development tools: Proven proficiency with embedded IDEs such as Keil MDK and IAR Embedded Workbench.
- Debugging & testing: Mastery of hardware debuggers, GDB and related debugging methodologies for low-level issue localization, with demonstrated ability to troubleshoot deep embedded-layer problems; solid grasp of core concepts and methods for unit testing, integration testing, and system testing.
- Language: Fluent professional written and verbal English communication skills.
What will your typical day look like?
- Develop embedded project software using C/C++ and ISAGRAF programming across S12X, STM32, and 68332 hardware platforms.
- Author core software documentation — including software requirement specifications and test specifications — in compliance with the V-model development lifecycle required by EN 50128 and EN 50657 standards.
- Conduct software validation and iterative improvement via testing on simulation models and physical locomotive setups.
- Support end-to-end product troubleshooting and defect root-cause resolution.
- Provide technical consultation and support to internal cross-departmental teams and external customers.
- Offer engineering support for electrical schematic design tasks.
## Additional Information
Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $79300-113000 The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible.
What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?
At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.
If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.
Who are we?
Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.
Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.
Culture powers us and the possibilities.
We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.
We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.
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