Programming Engineer

DescriptionAbout UsAt Microwave Techniques, we don’t just make components—we enable breakthroughs. With facilities in Gorham, ME, Nashua, NH, and Hamburg, Germany, we are a global leader in high-power RF technology. Our solutions drive progress in scientific research, high-energy physics, national labs, defense, medical, and industrial applications. For over 30 years, we’ve partnered with innovators worldwide to deliver state-of-the-art RF components that power particle accelerators, fusion research, and advanced radar systems.This full time role can be based in either our Nashua, NH or Gorham, ME locationsWhat You’ll DoPCB Design Develop schematics for analog and digital circuits, including power electronics. Preform PCB layout for up to 4 layers. Specify components based on design criteria. Improve existing PCB designs. Hardware prototyping such as hand soldering, bench testing, debugging etc.Programming Develop embedded firmware for MCUs – particularly PIC32. Implement drivers for peripherals (SPI, I²C, UART, CAN, USB, Ethernet). Interface MCUs with analog sensors and PLC control systems. Other duties as assignedWhat We OfferA comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision as well as company paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability insuranceAD&D, critical illness and accident insurance401K plan with an employer matchEmployee Assistance ProgramDiscretionary bonusesPaid time off (PTO)Paid holidaysTuition reimbursement opportunitiesTraining opportunitiesEmployee recognition awardsEmployee lunches and partiesEmployee purchase programSafety shoe and eyewear reimbursement programWork Location & ScheduleThis role can sit at 104 Perimeter Rd. Nashua, NH or 28 Sanford Dr. Gorham, Maine and works a base schedule of Monday through Friday.Pay Range$90,000 - $115,000 AnnuallyEqual Opportunity & AccessibilityMicrowave Techniques is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category under local, state, or federal laws. Consistent with the ADA, applicants may request accommodations needed to participate in the application process.RequirementsWhat You BringRequired Skills Proficiency with PCB CAD tools (Altium, KiCad, Eagle). Ability to read and interpret data sheets to select components for given design. Assembling / reworking printed circuit boards. C/C++ for embedded systems. Bare-Metal / RTOS experience. Ability to use physical diagnostic tool such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, DMMs. Ability to coherently organize documentation. Ability to work in a hands-on and cross disciplinary environment.Education and Experience 1-6 years of schematic design, PCB layout, and embedded programming. BS in Electrical or Computer engineering (or equivalent experience).Pluses RF PCB layout experience. Familiarity with RF components. Experience with FPGAs / HDL – Verilog preferred. Experience with Siemens or Allen Bradley PLC programming.