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Sr. Embedded Software Engineer

RFA Engineering

Job Location:

Chillicothe, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 100000 - 120000

Posted: 13 August 2026 (6 hours ago)

Application Deadline: 10 November 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

RFA Engineering () is an engineering service provider dedicated to delivering our clients with timely engineering support and expertise. We are seeking an entry-level to experienced candidate to become an integral part of our engineering team. The selected candidate will work with an experienced engineering staff using state-of-the-art engineering tools & processes. This position will operate onsite at our customers world-class engineering and manufacturing facility.

This is a full-time position with a full benefit package listed below that includesopportunitiesfor professional growth direct hire by our customers and additional opportunities within our own organization.

Sr. Embedded Software Engineer

This selected candidate will apply the principles of computer science and mathematical analysis to the design development testing and evaluation of the embedded software and systems that make computers work. A typical embedded software engineer researches designs develops and tests operating systems-level software compilers and network distribution software for medical industrial military communications aerospace business scientific and general computing applications.

Responsibilities

Design and implement software of embedded devices and systems from requirements to production and commercial deployment for product lines.
Review project requests describing database user needs to estimate time and cost required to accomplish project.
Develop debug and validate embedded software for real-time control systems and machine applications.
Participate in software architecture design reviews and code reviews to ensure quality and maintainability.
Integrate software with sensors actuators communication networks and other electronic control systems.
Troubleshoot and resolve software hardware and system-level issues identified during development and testing.
Create and maintain technical documentation including software requirements design specifications and test plans.

Requirements

BS in Software Computer Electrical or other relevant Engineering degree.
Experience with C or C development.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Self-motivated quick learner with an any-problem-can-be-solved attitude.
Good organizational and time management skills.
Ability to identify needed actions and act to resolve issues.
Ability to communicate technical information effectively.
Ability to thrive in a team environment.
Must have a valid Drivers License.

Desired Attributes

Experience with CAN J1939 & LIN communication protocols.
Experience with Simulink/Matlab Model Based Software Design.
Experience with GitHub or similar version control systems.
General machine knowledge of vehicles mobile equipment or heavy equipment.
Able to read/understand electrical schematics.
Experience with embedded controls or machine control systems.
Experience with Agile software development processes.
Desire to work in an engineering environment focused on advanced machine control technologies.

Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

Pay Range: $100000-$120000 Commensurate with experience

About RFA Engineering

RFA Engineering has provided product development and engineering services to industry leading customers since 1943. Our primary focus is the development of off highway equipment including agricultural construction mining recreational industrial and special machines. Our work includes concept development product design documentation problem-solving simulation optimization and testing of components systems and complete machines. Our engineering staff is located at our Engineering Center in Minneapolis branch office in Dubuque IA and at numerous customer sites throughout the U.S.

Competitive Benefits