Firmware Engineer III

IDR is seeking a Firmware Engineer III to join one of our top clients for an opportunity in Durham, NC. In this role, you will design, develop, and optimize embedded firmware for advanced motor control and motion systems within a highly regulated, high-reliability environment. You’ll collaborate closely with cross-functional engineering teams to support integration, testing, and continuous performance improvements across embedded control applications. Position Overview for the Firmware Engineer III : Design, develop, and maintain embedded firmware for advanced products and systems with a focus on motor control and embedded control applications. Develop and enhance control algorithms to support higher motion rates, acceleration, bandwidth, and overall system performance. Implement and validate resolver-to-digital conversion (RDC) functionality, including signal conditioning, demodulation, calibration, and angle tracking. Debug and troubleshoot firmware using lab equipment and embedded development tools, performing root cause analysis to resolve complex issues. Support the full development lifecycle through collaboration, documentation, design/code reviews, and integration, verification, validation, and testing activities. Requirements for the Firmware Engineer III : 5+ years of embedded firmware development experience in real-time embedded systems. Advanced proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems development. Strong experience developing firmware for motor control circuits or motor control systems, including control loop optimization. Hands-on experience with microcontrollers/embedded processors and embedded debugging tools (oscilloscope, logic analyzer, JTAG). Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics with strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills. What's in it for you? Competitive compensation package Full Benefits; Medical, Vision, Dental, and more! Opportunity to get in with an industry leading organization. Why IDR? 25+ Years of Proven Industry Experience in 4 major markets Employee Stock Ownership Program Dedicated Engagement Manager who is committed to you and your success. Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Award winner 12 years in a row. Compensation Details: $63-75/hr #LI-Onsite By submitting this application, you acknowledge and consent to engage in conversation with a recruiter or virtual recruiter from IDR Inc. and its affiliates, and contracted partners by receiving calls, AI-generated calls, texts, or emails to the contact information provided. Please ensure that the contact information provided is one you are permitted to use and are authorized to receive such messages on. If your contact information changes during the application process, please notify IDR promptly. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can opt-out of receiving communications at any time by saying or replying with “STOP” and "HELP" for help. To view our privacy policy, you may access it here (https://www.idr-inc.com/privacy-policy/).