Carlson Laser Measurement Devices is a division of Carlson Software that specializes in geospatial-based positioning and measurement systems used in mining, construction, surveying, and other demanding environments.

We are currently seeking a talented and motivated Embedded Systems Engineer with experience in inertial navigation systems (INS) to join our team and help develop cutting-edge embedded solutions that power our next-generation laser measurement instruments.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on engineer who thrives in a collaborative R&D environment, demonstrates strong embedded system design capabilities, and has a deep understanding of integrating IMUs and related inertial sensing technologies. If you are passionate about embedded systems and precise motion sensing in challenging environments, we’d love to meet you.

Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and debug real-time embedded software for measurement devices.
• Integrate inertial measurement units (IMUs) and other sensors to support high-accuracy positioning and orientation solutions.
• Develop sensor fusion algorithms and support calibration routines for inertial navigation systems.
• Interface with hardware, firmware, and software teams to ensure system-level integration and performance.
• Write and maintain device drivers, communication protocols (e.g, UART, SPI, CAN), and embedded middleware.
• Conduct testing and validation in lab and field environments, analyzing performance and troubleshooting inadequacies.
• Participate in the full product development cycle from concept through to production.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, including design specifications and test procedures.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Robotics, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience developing embedded systems in C/C++.
• Hands-on experience with inertial sensors, sensor fusion, and Madgwick or Kalman filtering.
• Experience with embedded Linux or bare-metal firmware development.
• Familiarity with board bring-up, debugging tools (e.g, JTAG, oscilloscopes), and hardware interfaces (SPI, I2C, UART).
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Nice to Have:

• Knowledge of creating custom operating systems with Yocto
• Experience with scripting languages (Python/MATLAB) for data analysis and algorithm prototyping.
• Experience with PCB design or reviewing schematics/layout.
• Background in robotics, surveying, or geospatial measurement systems.

Work Environment & Travel:

• Primarily office-based at our headquarters in Maysville, KY.
• Limited travel may be required for integration, support, and validation.

Job Type:

• Full-time
• Permanent

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• On call

Work Location: In person