Software & Electronics Application Engineer

Since 1890, Pfeiffer Vacuum has been shaping the vacuum industry with groundbreaking innovations. Every day, over 4,000 employees at 10 production sites and more than 20 sales and service companies worldwide give everything for our customers. With our comprehensive portfolio, we offer solutions for all types of vacuum applications. We are not only driven by highest quality standards. It is our vision to be the most sustainable and fastest growing market player in our industry to drive technology for a sustainable future.

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Job Summary
Responsible for providing Embedded Software/Hardware support for operations, supply chain and R&D. Troubleshooting support for new and existing products. Helps to ensure operational goals and continuous improvement for the product portfolio. Maintains, manufacturing and test equipment to ensure highest manufacturing processes uptime and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Validate, document, and manage software, firmware, electronics hardware, and test equipment.
• Participate in the full development lifecycle, from concept and integration to testing and release.
• Develop and maintain automated tests and test benches to ensure product quality and functionality.
• Provide hands-on manufacturing support and troubleshooting for current and future products.
• Collaborate with global Pfeiffer Vacuum development teams to ensure alignment with existing product platforms and protocols.
• Perform remote and on-site troubleshooting at supplier premises.
• Maintain and repair tools and equipment, including soldering and test cable preparation.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, test reports, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years in a similar software and electronics engineering role.
• Technical Skills: Strong system and component-level troubleshooting ability. Direct experience with downstream pressure control systems and vacuum valves is a plus.

• Soft Skills:

• Excellent organizational and time-management skills to handle competing priorities.

• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

• Proficient in technical writing (test protocols, reports, SOPs).

• Other: Proficient with MS Office suite. Willingness to travel as required.

Technical Requirements
Mandatory:

• Embedded systems firmware/software.
• C, C++, Python.
• PLC from Beckhoff and Siemens.
• LabVIEW
• Control systems, PID, MPC.
• PCB soldering skills
• EtherCat, Ethernet (TCP/IP), DeviceNet
• Jenkins, HIL.
• SPI, I2C, RS232, RS485, CAN, SCI, UART interfaces
• TI DSP C2000, C28x, TMS320x.
• TI Code Composer Studio
• Understand PCBA layouts and schematics.
• Multimeters, Oscilloscopes and debugging tools.

Preferred (Optional):

• RTOS and bare metal firmware
• Stepper motor control and encoders.
• Modbus
• MATLAB
• Jira, Confluence and Bitbucket.
• Azure Cloud
• ARM MCUs.
• Keil, IAR
• JTAG

Why Choose Us?
Work-Life Balance:
Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM with a hybrid work option (4 days/month) and employee shuttle service from HCMC.

Competitive Compensation & Benefits:

• Monthly KPI bonus, lucky money, 13th-month bonus, and annual performance bonus tied to company performance.
• Competitive salary aligned with market standards.
• Social insurance contributions based on full salary.
• Pay during probation is similar to the official salary.
• 14 days of annual leave
• Premium healthcare insurance
• Training: Annual budget dedicated to your skill development

Positive Work Environment:
Enjoy a friendly and collaborative team atmosphere with fun activities like annual team-building events and a year-end party.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Requisition ID: 2271