Careers at SemaConnect

We are located in Annapolis, MD, about 20 miles east of Washington DC. As an early stage startup that aims to transform the way electric vehicles and plug-in hybrid vehicles connect with the grid, we are working of an exciting array of technologies including embedded systems, robotics, wireless connectivity and highly scalable web applications. We offer an open environment that encourages creativity and collaboration, excellent compensation and benefits and most of all, an informal fun workplace.

We are currently building our management and technical teams. We are looking for:

VP - Business Development

The job requires building relationships with automotive companies, utilities and state/local governments and managing product rollouts, designing and implementing strategies to hit sales and revenue goals. The ideal candidate will have a business degree, and at least 15 years of experience in the automotive sector, of which at least 5 are in a senior business development position. Strong communication skills, excellent planning capabilities and demonstrated success in achieving targets are key requirements. Please email your resume to careers@semaconnect.com.
 
Embedded Systems Hardware Design Engineer

We are looking for an Embedded Systems Hardware Design Engineer. Candidate will have a BS degree in electrical/computer engineering, and at least 5 years of experience in designing hardware and firmware.

Job Responsibilities Overview: The embedded systems designer will develop digital circuitry for mechatronic systems that includes sensors, RF and IR communication, DC motors and encoders, and power measurement.

Qualifications we are seeking: • BSEE required. • 5+ years experience in designing digital circuits including use of microcontrollers, flash RAM, FPGAs. * Microcontroller programming using C and assembly language (currently we are using Atmel AVR family microcontrollers). • Ability to design support circuitry, such as choosing interface ICs • Experience performing/directing PCB layout (Eagle, OrCAD or Viewlogic) • CPLD/FPGA programming (VHDL or schematic entry) preferably with Xilinx or Altera. • Ability to perform bring-up testing and hardware troubleshooting including use of oscilloscopes, logic analyzer and other tools. • Experience programming microcontrollers (e.g. Atmel AVR family, TI's 28xx family or PIC) for various power applications such as motor control, distance ranging sensors, RF communication, etc. • Self-directed, a strong contributor to a small but effective engineering team • Comfortable working in a small company environment

Responsibilities: • Design and development of embedded firmware and hardware for a new product line of charging infrastructure devices that involve mechatronics and communication. • Create/utilize Visio flow charts • Design embedded systems with critical timing loops, supervisory loops, and motor control (PID control loops) and sensor inputs. • Design firmware and hardware interface to intra-board devices such as ADC, DAC, flash memory, and CAN controllers and external devices like DC motors, sensors. • Source code versioning and documentation control. • Design qualification firmware testing. • Transition into manufacturing

If you are an Embedded Systems Engineer with 5+ years experience designing digital circuits, programming Microcontrollers (preferably Atmel AVR) in C and Assembly language, CPLD programming (VHDL or Schematic entry), PCB/chip Layout, design support circuitry, selection of interface ICs and perform/direct PCB layout, have a BSEE and are located in the greater Washington DC, please email your resume to careers@semaconnect.com. Please make sure that your resume is in the email and NOT as a separate attachment.

Note: Can only accept those candidates authorized to work in the U.S. (US citizens, US permanent residents with a Green Card, H1B visa etc).

What we have to offer: Competitive compensation $75-110K (Depending On Experience) Generous benefits package Opportunity for rapid growth in a small company environment Local candidates highly preferred but will offer relocation assistance to a highly qualified out-of-the-area candidate.
 

Embedded Systems Software Engineer

We are looking for an Embedded Systems Software Engineer. Candidate will have a BS degree in electrical/computer engineering, and at least 5 years of experience in designing firmware.

Job Responsibilities Overview: The embedded systems software design engineer will develop digital firmware for mechatronic systems that includes sensors, RF and IR communication, DC motors and encoders, and power measurement.

Qualifications we are seeking: • BSEE required • 5+ years experience in Microcontroller programming using C and assembly language (currently we are using Atmel AVR family microcontrollers). • Perform bring-up testing and software/hardware troubleshooting • Experience programming microcontrollers (e.g. Atmel AVR family, TI's 28xx family or PIC) for various power applications such as motor control, distance ranging sensors, RF communication, etc. • Design experience with sensors and PID control loops for motor control is essential. • Self-directed, a strong contributor to a small but effective engineering team • Comfortable working in a small company environment

Responsibilities: • Design and development of embedded firmware for a new product line of charging infrastructure devices that involves mechatronics. • Create/utilize Visio flow charts • Design embedded systems with critical timing loops, supervisory loops, and user interface functions simultaneously. • Design firmware and hardware interface to intra-board devices such as ADC, DAC, flash memory, RF ICs, CAN controllers and devices like DC motors, Ultrasonic and IR sensors, • Design off-board, bi-directional communications protocol. • Source code versioning and documentation control. • Design qualification firmware testing. • Transition into manufacturing

If you are an Embedded Systems Engineer with 5+ years experience programming Microcontrollers (Atmel AVR series or other) in C and Assembly language, have a BSEE (MSEE preferred) and are located in the greater Washington DC , please email your resume to careers@semaconnect.com. Please make sure to include your resume in the body of the email. Please do NOT send attachments. Note: Can only accept those candidates authorized to work in the U.S. (US citizens or US permanent residents with a Green Card or H1B visa).

What we have to offer: Competitive compensation $75-110K (Depending on Experience) Generous benefits package Opportunity for rapid growth in a small company environment Local candidates highly preferred but will offer relocation assistance to a highly qualified out-of-the-area candidate.

Internet Software Developer
Summary: We're looking for a PHP Developer with a BS in computer science or equivalent and 3-5 years experience developing PHP applications in a LAMP environment.

Responsibilities

Designs, tests, debugs and maintains enterprise-level systems, working with
end users and product management to obtain and refine requirements, and generates technical requirements for other team members.

Education and Experience

* Bachelor's degree preferably in a Computer Science or Information Systems discipline or equivalent education and relevant industry experience
* 3-5 years experience developing applications and systems
 Technical skills currently required for this position are:
- a working knowledge of both Unix (Linux) and Windows operating
systems from the developer's perspective;
- Proficiency in PHP and MySQL
- Proficiency with maintaining LAMP servers
- Proficiency with HTML, CSS, XML, XHTML, javascript, Ajax
- Familiarity with Model-View-Controller methodology
- Hard-working, attention to detail, and fun to work with

 Please email your resume to careers@semaconnect.com.