Embedded Systems Engineer

As electric vehicle (EV) production expands across various sectors, the demand for interoperability and technology development in vehicle-grid integration and smart charge management (VGI/SCM) is on the rise. We are seeking a dedicated individual to join the Advanced Mobility and Grid Integration Technology (AMAGIT) research section within Argonne’s Center for Transportation Research. AMAGIT is an integral part of Argonne's Transportation and Power Systems (TAPS) division, and the selected candidate will work at Argonne’s Smart Energy Plaza. The Smart Energy Plaza houses the laboratory’s EV Smart-Grid Interoperability Center, focusing on research related to the integration and management of EV charging, renewables, building systems, and energy storage. As an RD1 Embedded Systems Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining embedded systems. Working collaboratively with engineers and researchers, you will contribute to the development of advanced electric vehicle systems and charging infrastructure control strategies to support vehicle grid integration. Position Requirements Basic programming skills in languages such as C, C , JavaScript, and Python. Educational background in electrical engineering with foundational troubleshooting skills. Familiarity with basic troubleshooting equipment, such as DMM, oscilloscope, and logic analyzer. Exposure to EV charging communication protocols, like ISO-15118, Open Charge Point Protocol (OCPP), DIN 70121, or SAE J1772. Entry-level experience or coursework related to embedded systems. Eagerness to participate in research teams and contribute to testing and development efforts. B.S 1 years’ experience or equivalent A successful candidate must have the ability to model Argonne’s Core Values: Impact, Safety, Respect, Integrity, and Teamwork. Job Family Research Development (RD) Job Profile Software Engineering 1 Worker Type Regular Time Type Full time As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, and in accordance with our core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity and teamwork, Argonne National Laboratory is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that fosters collaborative scientific discovery and innovation. In support of this commitment, Argonne encourages minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities to apply for employment. Argonne considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Argonne employees, and certain guest researchers and contractors, are subject to particular restrictions related to participation in Foreign Government Sponsored or Affiliated Activities, as defined and detailed in United States Department of Energy Order 486.1A. You will be asked to disclose any such participation in the application phase for review by Argonne's Legal Department. All Argonne offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes an assessment of criminal conviction history conducted on an individualized and case-by-case basis. Please be advised that Argonne positions require upon hire (or may require in the future) for the individual be to obtain a government access authorization that involves additional background check requirements. Failure to obtain or maintain such government access authorization could result in the withdrawal of a job offer or future termination of employment. Interested in translating science into innovation? Build your career at Argonne. At Argonne, we view the world from a different perspective. Our scientists and engineers conduct world-class research in clean energy, the environment, technology, national security and more. We’re finding creative ways to prepare the world for a better future. To learn more about Argonne's benefits programs, amenities, and other employee programs, visit our main Careers site. To learn more about the exciting science going on at Argonne, visit our Science and Technology page. To request a reasonable accommodation or for other application support, contact us anytime at careers@anl.gov or 630-252-2336.