Lufkin Industries
Senior Embedded Software Engineer
Lufkin Industries, Missouri City, Texas, United States, 77489
Position Summary
Lufkin's Software team seeks a skilled and driven Senior Embedded Software Engineer to design and develop the controller's Embedded Software / Firmware. The role involves research, design, development, testing, requirement analysis, and the creation of new functions or the redesign/consolidation of existing processes. Our team is committed to growth, learning, and exploration.
Minimum RequirementsBachelor's degree in computer science and/or engineering.10+ Years of hands-on experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#.NET (Visual Studio).Strong development skills and understanding of software and hardware engineering principles.Embedded Software Development:
Design and develop embedded software applicationsDesign and develop user interface for embedded products.Design and develop real-time applications for embedded products.Assist in the documentation and release processes.Develop high level drivers for externally connected devices.
Embedded Hardware Support:
Review existing and new hardware designs.Debug hardware issues.Assist with the replacement of obsolete components.Assist with field and lab wiring setup.
Required Experience:
Years of hands-on experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++Version control (SVN and/or Git)Development in a Linux environmentRealtime Operating System kernel (RTOS)Microcontrollers/MCU/Microprocessor technologySoftware optimizations skills at the System on a Chip (SoC) level.Device drivers, interface buses and General-Purpose IOUI /GUI design and mobile developmentIoT communications protocols and frameworks such as OPC UA, MQTT/Sparkplug, AMQP, etc.Wireless connectivity, including Wi-Fi, Bluetooth low energy, etc.Industrial communications protocols such as MODBUSNetworking Principles, Security and TechnologiesDatabase and data layer structure and handlingInformation retrieval and data miningContainerization technologies such as docker containersWorking with consumer electronics and Edge DevicesApplication debuggingExperience with HW debugging tools (multimeter, oscilloscope, etc.)Knowledge of circuit principles, read wiring and PCB schematics
Preferred knowledge
Experience with Altium DesignerKnowledge of industrial field wiring practicesKnowledge of artificial lift applicationsFieldbus communications (MODBUS, OPC UA and/or MQTT)Experience with Javascript, Phyton, Web development (HTML, CSS)Mathlab programming language and MATLAB modelingWeb Application framework development (Angular, React or similar frameworks)Web development (HTML, CSS)Knowledge of Oil and Gas Artificial Lift Automation and Control (plus).Master on Engineering Discipline (plus).AI / Machine Learning (plus).
Responsibilities
Fully integrated in fast-paced software agile development teams, participate in sprint planning, demos, and daily scrum activities.Monitoring the software issue tracking system for newly created/assigned issue, identifying the root-cause, finding a resolution, and providing feedback.Collaborating with stakeholders to ascertain user requirements for specific scenarios.Creates, implements, optimizes, debugs, refactors, and reuses code to enhance performance, maintainability, and effectiveness.Actively seeks new knowledge and adapts to emerging trends, technical solutions, and patterns to enhance end-user experience.Conducts in-depth analysis of user issues to develop and implement efficient solutions.A detail-oriented individual capable of following written procedures with minimal supervision.Possesses strong verbal communication and technical writing skills.Cultivates a robust working relationship with the Lufkin Automation Engineering teams.Adheres to standard procedures for proper escalation of unresolved issues to the appropriate internal teams.Promotes professional development, accountability, and succession planning within the team.Encourages a culture of continuous improvement by identifying inefficiencies, analyzing data, and implementing effective solutions.Ensures and advocates for a safe working environment in accordance with HSE leadership standards.Research latest technologies in the industry.Interfacing with the multi-disciplinary Engineering team such as SW, Firmware, Hardware, Test, Consultants/Contractors(external) design and development team for seamless integration, execution of the project as well as managing project priorities and deliverables.Takes on special projects as needed.
Essential Characteristics
Candidates must possess robust problem-solving abilities and the capacity to analyze intricate data.Dedication to Lufkin's tradition of excellence and corporate values is essential.The desire to grow, learn, and explore in a fast-paced environment.
Lufkin's Software team seeks a skilled and driven Senior Embedded Software Engineer to design and develop the controller's Embedded Software / Firmware. The role involves research, design, development, testing, requirement analysis, and the creation of new functions or the redesign/consolidation of existing processes. Our team is committed to growth, learning, and exploration.
Minimum RequirementsBachelor's degree in computer science and/or engineering.10+ Years of hands-on experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#.NET (Visual Studio).Strong development skills and understanding of software and hardware engineering principles.Embedded Software Development:
Design and develop embedded software applicationsDesign and develop user interface for embedded products.Design and develop real-time applications for embedded products.Assist in the documentation and release processes.Develop high level drivers for externally connected devices.
Embedded Hardware Support:
Review existing and new hardware designs.Debug hardware issues.Assist with the replacement of obsolete components.Assist with field and lab wiring setup.
Required Experience:
Years of hands-on experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++Version control (SVN and/or Git)Development in a Linux environmentRealtime Operating System kernel (RTOS)Microcontrollers/MCU/Microprocessor technologySoftware optimizations skills at the System on a Chip (SoC) level.Device drivers, interface buses and General-Purpose IOUI /GUI design and mobile developmentIoT communications protocols and frameworks such as OPC UA, MQTT/Sparkplug, AMQP, etc.Wireless connectivity, including Wi-Fi, Bluetooth low energy, etc.Industrial communications protocols such as MODBUSNetworking Principles, Security and TechnologiesDatabase and data layer structure and handlingInformation retrieval and data miningContainerization technologies such as docker containersWorking with consumer electronics and Edge DevicesApplication debuggingExperience with HW debugging tools (multimeter, oscilloscope, etc.)Knowledge of circuit principles, read wiring and PCB schematics
Preferred knowledge
Experience with Altium DesignerKnowledge of industrial field wiring practicesKnowledge of artificial lift applicationsFieldbus communications (MODBUS, OPC UA and/or MQTT)Experience with Javascript, Phyton, Web development (HTML, CSS)Mathlab programming language and MATLAB modelingWeb Application framework development (Angular, React or similar frameworks)Web development (HTML, CSS)Knowledge of Oil and Gas Artificial Lift Automation and Control (plus).Master on Engineering Discipline (plus).AI / Machine Learning (plus).
Responsibilities
Fully integrated in fast-paced software agile development teams, participate in sprint planning, demos, and daily scrum activities.Monitoring the software issue tracking system for newly created/assigned issue, identifying the root-cause, finding a resolution, and providing feedback.Collaborating with stakeholders to ascertain user requirements for specific scenarios.Creates, implements, optimizes, debugs, refactors, and reuses code to enhance performance, maintainability, and effectiveness.Actively seeks new knowledge and adapts to emerging trends, technical solutions, and patterns to enhance end-user experience.Conducts in-depth analysis of user issues to develop and implement efficient solutions.A detail-oriented individual capable of following written procedures with minimal supervision.Possesses strong verbal communication and technical writing skills.Cultivates a robust working relationship with the Lufkin Automation Engineering teams.Adheres to standard procedures for proper escalation of unresolved issues to the appropriate internal teams.Promotes professional development, accountability, and succession planning within the team.Encourages a culture of continuous improvement by identifying inefficiencies, analyzing data, and implementing effective solutions.Ensures and advocates for a safe working environment in accordance with HSE leadership standards.Research latest technologies in the industry.Interfacing with the multi-disciplinary Engineering team such as SW, Firmware, Hardware, Test, Consultants/Contractors(external) design and development team for seamless integration, execution of the project as well as managing project priorities and deliverables.Takes on special projects as needed.
Essential Characteristics
Candidates must possess robust problem-solving abilities and the capacity to analyze intricate data.Dedication to Lufkin's tradition of excellence and corporate values is essential.The desire to grow, learn, and explore in a fast-paced environment.