Embedded Electrical Engineer - Project Lead
Company: Metrix Instrument Co., L.P.
Location: Houston
Posted on: February 19, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Who We Are Metrix is the
preferred supplier of industrial condition monitoring systems to
many of the world’s leading manufacturers and users of cooling
towers, gas turbines, reciprocating compressors, and other rotating
and reciprocating machinery. With headquarters in Houston, Texas,
we operate in more than 40 countries via factory-direct sales and
service professionals, along with a strategic network of
instrumentation partners. We pioneered the concept of simple,
affordable machinery protection with our seismic measurement
technology. Initially focused on geophysical exploration, this
technology also found abundant applications for vibration
measurements on industrial machines and has been our focus for 50
years. Your Role You will join the Houston based Engineering team
and support R&D and engineering projects. You will have the
opportunity to perform a variety of engineering activities
including debugging, designing, and testing of company produced
products. Also, occasionally assist with in-house manufacturing /
customer service training and project coordination. Also, lead a
critical project with in-house manufacturing. Position offers some
hybrid remote flexibility. Design and develop new products. Provide
technical support of products in current production. Design and
test of electrical assemblies using ECAD tools and lab test
equipment. Modify, revise, and prototype existing analog and
embedded designs. Creation or modification of firmware in existing
embedded designs. Creation of documentation associated with
testing, debugging, and root cause analysis of faulty assemblies.
Communication with customers, third-party project representatives,
and other company departments to meet assigned project requirements
and schedule. Provide data collection, input and data management
for engineering studies, projects and compliance requirements.
Provide technical analysis, troubleshooting and solutions under the
direction of an engineer or supervisor. QUALIFICATIONS Education &
Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (B.S.) from four-year
college or university in Electrical Engineering Five-years’
relevant electrical engineering experience Skills/Knowledge:
Experience with Product Development Embedded systems experience is
a must. Embedded systems knowledge: Basic HW/SW integration
testing, hardware performance tuning, embedded debugger tools.
Strong Programming skills in C or C derivative languages. Basic
understanding of IDE toolchain (compiler, linker, assembler and
loader). Knowledge of serial communications protocol (RS485, CAN
bus, SPI, I2C, UART). Microprocessors: Ability to read and
interpret component datasheets and manufacturer application notes.
Ability to write structured and maintainable source code at both
high- (architectural) and low- (driver) levels. Understanding of
manufacturer coding frameworks (e.g. CMSIS, ASF, etc) Understanding
of in-circuit debuggers. Ability to read and interpret electrical
schematics. Ability to build test jigs (circuit design, proto-board
soldering) Ability to interface with transducers (aka signal
conditioning). Familiarity with source version control. Have
analytical skills to recognize patterns in data Ability to produce
and present test results in a clean and concise manner. Ability to
use standard electrical test equipment (Power supplies,
oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, function generators and impedance
analyzers) Ability to efficiently use all Microsoft Office
products.
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We offer a generous compensation package that offers: Competitive
salary 401(k) contribution with immediate 100% vesting in all
company matching contribution Health, vision, and dental insurance
Health Savings Accounts Employee Assistance Program Educational
Reimbursement Competitive paid time off program Privacy We are
committed to the protection and promotion of your privacy. In
connection with your application for employment with us at Metrix,
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(metrixvibration.com) Metrix is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color,
religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran
status or other characteristics protected by law.
Keywords: Metrix Instrument Co., L.P., The Woodlands , Embedded Electrical Engineer - Project Lead, Engineering , Houston, Texas
