Firmware Engineer II

By living according to a common set of values, we create a culture that unifies, embraces the uniqueness we all bring to the company, and positions Integer for long-term success.

At Integer, our values are embedded in everything we do.

Customer

We focus on our customers’ success

Innovation

We create better solutions

Collaboration

We create success together

Inclusion

We always interact with others respectfully

Candor

We are open and honest with one another

Integrity

We do the right things and do things right




What you’ll do in this role:

• Design, develop, test, document, and maintain firmware (embedded software) for implantable and non-implantable medical devices.

• Contribute to the successful development and validation of products and technologies supporting future organizational growth.

• Work independently with occasional guidance to evaluate, select, and apply standard engineering techniques and procedures.

• Participate in firmware requirements analysis and firmware design documentation.

• Identify specification issues, risks, contradictions, and out-of-scope requirements for discussion with the team and customers.

• Execute and develop firmware tests, including integration, stress, and regression testing.

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary engineering teams to design safe, secure, robust, manufacturable, and scalable medical systems.

• Develop firmware for implantable pulse generators, chargers, and related accessories.

• Research and develop new processes and technologies for next-generation medical devices.

• Collaborate with customers and internal stakeholders to translate needs into clear technical requirements.

• Support investigations related to customer inquiries and device issues together with the Quality Engineering team.

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, innovation strategies, and process optimization.

• You adhere to Integer’s Values and all safety, environmental, security and quality requirements including, but not limited to: Quality Management Systems (QMS), Safety, Environmental and Security Management Systems, U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, company policies and operating procedures, and other regulatory requirements.

• You will contribute to the successful development and validation of products and technologies which will drive and support the future growth of the organization.

• You will generally work independently with occasional guidance from supervisors or mentors to evaluate, select and apply standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria, using judgment in making minor adaptations and modifications to existing specifications and procedures.

• You will review procedures and plans prior to implementation as well as evaluate new or existing products, processes and materials for failure analysis and potential improvements.

• You may participate in projects that require you to investigate, develop, document and implement new product and process technologies of moderate complexity and scope. 

• You will plan and execute engineering tasks concerned with unique problems or team challenges, which have an important impact on moderate programs. 

• You may engage with internal stakeholders and other functions to execute on project deliverables to realize successful project execution.

• You will participate in cross-functional teams or projects and will develop the skills to achieve goals.

Provide support of Integer’s Manufacturing Excellence and Market Focused Innovation Strategies

• You champion the development of and deployment of the systems and tools to drive innovation and continuous improvement.

• You embrace and promote a culture of excellence in product design and process development 

• You bring rigor to the design process and structure to problem solving

• You are willing to challenge current practices and bring skillsets from throughout the organization to solve technical challenges.

How you will be measured:

• Active support of Environmental Health & Safety programs.

• Achievement of defined project goals and milestones.

• Ability to improve efficiency and shorten project timelines.

• Contribution of innovative ideas and continuous improvement initiatives

• Development of solutions that meet or exceed cost and performance targets.

What sets you apart:

• You earned, as a minimum, a Bachelor’s Degree in an engineering or related technical field. You are technically seen as a very competent technical contributor, a recognition you have earned through 5+ years of progressive engineering and/or technically focused roles and experiences.
• Candidates who do not meet the education requirement may be considered with 10+ years of relevant experience.
• You have a strong foundation and demonstrated capability in problem-solving and working within a project management environment.
• Your abilities to observe, analyze and develop solutions to challenging technical issues result in the delivery of measurable results in areas such as development productivity, technical capabilities, time to market or other competitive differentiators.
• You work collaboratively with cross functional teams.
• You may demonstrate the ability to lead team activities and act as a coach for other less experienced associates.
• You demonstrate proficiency in both written and oral communications.

• You maintain a calm demeanor that transcends the high energy, constantly changing development environment.
• You possess a positive, can-do attitude with an underlying belief that failure is not an option.

  Who are we?

  Integer is a global organization providing innovative, high-quality technologies and manufacturing to Medical Device OEM’s (original equipment manufacturers) to enhance the lives of patients worldwide and a provider of high-end niche batteries for specialized applications in the energy, military, and environmental markets. We are guided by our six Values, including focus on Customers, Innovation, Collaboration, Inclusion, Candor, and Integrity. Working at Integer means you are part of a team passionately pursuing excellence in all that we do and always reaching for the next great achievement.
   

  What you’ll do in this role:

• Design, develop, test, document, and maintain firmware (embedded software) for implantable and non-implantable medical devices.

• Contribute to the successful development and validation of products and technologies supporting future organizational growth.

• Work independently with occasional guidance to evaluate, select, and apply standard engineering techniques and procedures.

• Participate in firmware requirements analysis and firmware design documentation.

• Identify specification issues, risks, contradictions, and out-of-scope requirements for discussion with the team and customers.

• Execute and develop firmware tests, including integration, stress, and regression testing.

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary engineering teams to design safe, secure, robust, manufacturable, and scalable medical systems.

• Develop firmware for implantable pulse generators, chargers, and related accessories.

• Research and develop new processes and technologies for next-generation medical devices.

• Collaborate with customers and internal stakeholders to translate needs into clear technical requirements.

• Support investigations related to customer inquiries and device issues together with the Quality Engineering team.

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, innovation strategies, and process optimization.

• You adhere to Integer’s Values and all safety, environmental, security and quality requirements including, but not limited to: Quality Management Systems (QMS), Safety, Environmental and Security Management Systems, U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, company policies and operating procedures, and other regulatory requirements.

• You will contribute to the successful development and validation of products and technologies which will drive and support the future growth of the organization.

• You will generally work independently with occasional guidance from supervisors or mentors to evaluate, select and apply standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria, using judgment in making minor adaptations and modifications to existing specifications and procedures.

• You will review procedures and plans prior to implementation as well as evaluate new or existing products, processes and materials for failure analysis and potential improvements.

• You may participate in projects that require you to investigate, develop, document and implement new product and process technologies of moderate complexity and scope. 

• You will plan and execute engineering tasks concerned with unique problems or team challenges, which have an important impact on moderate programs. 

• You may engage with internal stakeholders and other functions to execute on project deliverables to realize successful project execution.

• You will participate in cross-functional teams or projects and will develop the skills to achieve goals.

• Provide support of Integer’s Manufacturing Excellence and Market Focused Innovation Strategies

• You champion the development of and deployment of the systems and tools to drive innovation and continuous improvement.

• You embrace and promote a culture of excellence in product design and process development 

• You bring rigor to the design process and structure to problem solving

• You are willing to challenge current practices and bring skillsets from throughout the organization to solve technical challenges.

• How you will be measured:

• Active support of Environmental Health & Safety programs.

• Achievement of defined project goals and milestones.

• Ability to improve efficiency and shorten project timelines.

• Contribution of innovative ideas and continuous improvement initiatives

• Development of solutions that meet or exceed cost and performance targets.
   

• What sets you apart:

• You earned, as a minimum, a bachelor’s degree in an engineering or related technical field; and have at least one year of relevant experience.

• Candidates who do not meet the education requirement may be considered with 7+ years of relevant experience.

• You work independently as well as collaboratively with cross functional teams. 

• You have a foundation and capability in problem-solving  and working within a project management environment.

• You may be directed to deploy your expertise across multiple organizations and/or locations.   As a result, occasional travel may be required in this position. 

• You demonstrate competency in both written and oral communications.

• You maintain a calm demeanor that transcends the high energy, constantly changing development environment.

• You possess a positive, can-do attitude with an underlying belief that failure is not an option.







U.S. Applicants: Equal Opportunity Employer. In addition, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.