Drilling Engineer jobs in Santa Maria, CA

Scientific Drilling is looking for an Embedded Systems Engineer to join our Applied Technologies Center in Paso Robles, CA. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of embedded systems hardware and software, as well as experience with a variety of embedded development tools and technologies.

Scientific Drilling is an independent directional drilling and wellbore navigation, surveying and logging service company serving customers worldwide. We are motivated by crafting innovative and elegant solutions to technically challenging problems.

Nestled between San Francisco and Los Angeles, the California Central Coast is the location described as the happiest place on earth. Home to where others vacation, including 200 wineries, fresh air, miles of beautiful beaches, and small-town appeal.

Our Embedded Systems Engineer position will be working in our Research and Development Department. The Embedded Systems Engineer is expected to perform the essential duties listed below. Candidates must have authorization to work in the United States.

Key Job Functions:

• Design, implement and maintain firmware running on all embedded products.
• Design, code, and debug multi-threaded real-time firmware.
• Work with Engineering partners to select controllers, power management systems, and review schematics.
• Investigate new technologies for cutting-edge product development.
• Implement test strategies for all components and products.
• Collaborate with hardware and software engineers, Product Line Management and Operations Support teams, and Test team for product enhancement and troubleshooting.
• Document work procedures and results.
• Understand hardware/software
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, customers, vendors, or other business partners on engineering projects.
• Adhere to and improve safety standards.
• Evaluate failed system scenarios and determine root-cause in conformance with the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Travel domestically or internationally may be required, up to 25%.
• Pursue every job with drive and determination.
• Use logic to solve problems with effective solutions.
• Perform other relevant duties as assigned by the needs of the business.

Key Job Competencies:

• Experience with embedded systems development and test tools such as JTAG, logic analyzers, and oscilloscopes.
• Experience with version control and build systems.
• Experience with ARM based or equivalent embedded controller applications, peripherals, and support circuitry.
• Experience with an embedded systems Ethernet stack.
• Experience with low power design and microprocessor interfacing.
• Ability to work in a fast paced and results driven environment.
• Very strong attention to detail and ability to multitask.
• Good organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to present oneself with professional appearance and behavior in accordance with ATC dress code and SDI Code of Conduct.
• Ability to meet all SDI/ATC safety requirements.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer or Electronic Engineering or related engineering discipline.
• 2-10 years of experience in engineering.
• Experience using embedded software development tools.
• Proficiency in C/C programming and assembly

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with microcontrollers, especially Atmel ARM/Cortex, Microchip PIC, or equivalent.
• Hardware debugging experience using JTAG, oscilloscopes, and/or logic analyzers.
• Experience with CAN Bus, RS-485, Ethernet, or similar communications protocols.
• Experience implementing firmware in high temp (150C ) and high vibration environments a plus.
• Experience using real-time operating systems.