Firmware Engineering Co-Op

Evident’s Inspection Technologies division is now a part of Wabtec Corporation. Read more.

We are seeking a Firmware Engineering Co-op for our Waltham office from January 2026-June 2026 

Job Duties

• Develop embedded C and C++ applications for Zynq Ultrascale+ MPSoC
• Design and implement algorithms for efficient data transfer and processing
• Design and develop APIs for communicating between applications
• Develop firmware in embedded Linux for interfacing with hardware components
• Test C and C++ applications
• Develop and maintain software development tools
• Integrate software development tools
• Improve CI/CD infrastructure
• Collaborate and communicate with coworkers in both software and hardware development

Job Requirements

• C/C++ programming experience
• Strong understanding of data structures
• Basic understanding of Linux
• Experience with Git
• Understanding of electrical concepts and basic signal processing
• Ability to work onsite on Tuesday and Thursday
• Understanding logic and algorithms

Nice to have:

• Python programming experience
• Java programming experience
• Advanced understanding of Linux
• FPGA development experience
• Experience with scrum framework
• Electrical engineering knowledge/background
• Experience with FreeRTOS or other RTOS
• Experience with U-Boot
• Understanding of technologies
• Bash shell scripting experience
• 1-2 Prior internship experiences

Pay range: $25.00-$28.00 per hour

**Many Evident positions are located at export-control-restricted work locations or require access to export-controlled information. To be considered for these positions, you must be a U.S. Persons. If hired, you must be able to provide valid proof of such status.

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Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $25.00-$28.00 per hour. The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible.

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.

 

Who are we?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.

Culture powers us and the possibilities.

We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

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