Hardware & Firmware Electronics Development Engineer (M/F)
Workplace
SENSTRONIC SAS
Contract type
Permanent
Department
Research & Development
We are looking for a Hardware & Firmware Electronics Development Engineer capable of designing and developing solutions for sensors/detectors (inductive, magnetic, capacitive, optical, etc.), associated interfaces, and their testing systems.
A technology company operating in the fields of electronics and industrial automation, Senstronic designs, manufactures, and distributes its products worldwide.
Our headquarters and R&D office are based in France, and our four production sites are located across Europe. With a global presence through our subsidiaries (Germany, Spain, the United States, Italy, South Africa, Brazil, and Mexico), we primarily work with major players in the automotive industry while also expanding into sectors such as agricultural machinery and rail.
Our headquarters and R&D office are based in France, and our four production sites are located across Europe. With a global presence through our subsidiaries (Germany, Spain, the United States, Italy, South Africa, Brazil, and Mexico), we primarily work with major players in the automotive industry while also expanding into sectors such as agricultural machinery and rail.
The company is experiencing steady growth and stands out through its ability to deliver highly innovative solutions and provide excellence to its customers.
The role
As part of our activities, we are looking for a Hardware & Firmware Electronics Development Engineer capable of designing and developing solutions for sensors/detectors (inductive, magnetic, capacitive, optical, etc.), associated interfaces, and their testing systems.
Responsibilities
Within the R&D department and reporting to the Head of R&D, your responsibilities will include:
- Participating in the analysis of specifications
- Designing and developing electronic solutions (definition, sizing, and qualification), including electrical and thermal calculations, SPICE simulations, proof-of-concept development, MTTF calculations, while considering all requirements and applicable standards
- Developing proof of concepts and prototypes
- Writing firmware (MCU programming)
- Independently developing and fine-tuning both hardware and software components
- Contributing to PCB layout design
- Pre-qualifying developed products (electrical, environmental, and EMC testing)
- Writing calculation notes and test/simulation reports for developed hardware and software functions
- Contributing to product FMEA
- Participating in SIL or SSIL project development
- Documenting research work (functional descriptions, experiments, etc.)
- Leading certain development-phase projects with a strong electronics focus
Desired profile
You hold a Master’s degree (Engineering degree or MSc) in electronics and industrial computing and have at least 5 years of experience in a similar role.
You are characterized by:
- Rigor and attention to detail
- Adaptability and a strong drive for innovation
- Ability to document your work clearly
- Strong communication and feedback skills
- Teamwork capability
- Proactive mindset and initiative
- Ability to organize and manage your time based on priorities
- Commitment and proactivity
Specific advantages
- Concrete projects with a strong impact on product quality
- A stimulating technical environment within a human-sized team
- Opportunities to develop your skills across various topics (sensor physics, embedded electronics)
Technical skills
Minimum 5 years of experience in hardware electronics development based on microcontrollers (MCU).
Strong knowledge of:
- Analog and mixed electronics (operational amplifiers, filters, oscillators, SPI, I2C, UART interfaces, ADC, DAC, etc.)
- Electronic testing and validation (electrical, EMC, environmental testing, SPICE simulations)
- C programming for 8-bit and 32-bit MCUs (experience with MPLAB X IDE and/or STM32 IDE is required)
- Experience in the rail sector is an advantage
Due to the international scope of the group and the role, an intermediate level of English (B2) is required.
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