About the role#
This is a paid Firmware Engineering Co-Op position based in Waltham, Massachusetts. The role runs from January 2027 through June 2027. You will work within the Evident Inspection Technologies division, which focuses on inspecting mission-critical assets and infrastructure. This is a full-time position that requires you to be onsite in the office on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
What you'll do#
- Write embedded C and C++ applications for Zynq Ultrascale+ MPSoC.
- Design and implement algorithms for data processing and transfer.
- Create APIs to allow communication between different applications.
- Develop firmware in embedded Linux to interface with hardware.
- Test C and C++ code to ensure functionality.
- Maintain and integrate software development tools.
- Improve existing CI/CD infrastructure.
- Work closely with both software and hardware teams on various projects.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a BS or MS program for Computer Engineering or Computer Science.
- Proficiency in C and C++ programming.
- A solid grasp of data structures, logic, and algorithms.
- Basic familiarity with Linux and Git.
- Knowledge of electrical concepts and signal processing.
- Ability to work onsite in Waltham on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
- U.S. Person status to meet export-control requirements.
Preferred qualifications include experience with Python, Java, Bash scripting, FPGA development, and the Scrum framework. Additional knowledge of FreeRTOS, U-Boot, and a background in electrical engineering are also helpful. Candidates with one or two prior internships are preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Waltham, MA
- Term: Winter 2027 (January to June)
- Work Modality: On-site
- Compensation: $25.00 to $28.00 per hour
About Wabtec Corporation
Wabtec Corporation provides equipment, systems, and digital solutions for the railroad industry. It serves markets including freight rail, transit, mining, industrial, and marine. The company operates as a public entity and maintains its headquarters in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It employs more than 10,000 people and traces its history to 1869.
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