FPGA Tech Lead

Job Description

Role: FPGA Tech Lead/ Architect - Firmware

Location: Pune

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced Firmware Tech Lead/ Architect, Grade C1/C2 to join our dynamic Fluid and Motion Control Team, Functionally Reporting to Team Leader at Emerson Innovation Center- Pune. In this role you will lead the architecture and development of FPGA-based embedded firmware for high-performance motion control products. This role is responsible for defining system-level architecture, FPGA partitioning, real-time control implementation, and ensuring deterministic, safety-compliant operation in industrial environments. The ideal candidate has deep expertise in FPGA design, real-time motor control (FOC/servo systems), industrial communication protocols, and safety-critical embedded systems.

Responsibilities

• Define firmware architecture for motion control systems.
• Architect and review HDL designs (VHDL/Verilog/SystemVerilog)
• Design FPGA-based real-time stacks (IO-Link, EtherCAT, PROFINET, CANopen) with multi-axis synchronization.
• Architect SIL2/SIL3-compliant firmware per IEC 61508 / ISO 13849 including implementation of safety mechanisms
• Initialization and validation of hardware (board bring-up)
• Develop and lead a development team
• Provide architectural guidance to firmware and FPGA engineers.
• International collaboration in a global engineering network.
  
  

As a Tech Lead/ Architect specializing in FPGA-based motion control systems. Your key focus areas include system and firmware architecture, motion control algorithms (FOC, torque/speed/position loops), industrial communication protocols (IO-Link, EtherCAT, CANopen, PROFINET) with SIL2/SIL3 safety compliance, and hardwarefirmware co-design. You excel at delivering deterministic, scalable, and safety-critical motion control solutions while leading FPGA development frameworks.

For This Role, You Will Need

• 6+ years in embedded firmware development for high-performance motion control systems (servo drives, robotics, industrial automation).
• Bachelors degree or equivalent experience in Electronics Engineering or related field.
• Hands on experience in VHDL; FPGA tool flows for Altera Max10, Altera Cyclone 10, Agilex 3 etc.
• Motion Control Algorithms: Knowledge on FOC, torque/speed/position loops, trajectory planning, sensorless control techniques
• Industrial Communication: Knowledge on IO-Link, EtherCAT, CANopen, PROFINET; deterministic multi-axis synchronization.
• Software & Embedded Skills: ARM/SoC integration, real-time OS, C/C++, VHDL development, firmware debugging and optimization.
• RTOS/ non RTOS based firmware development.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart

• MATLAB/Simulink-based design for DSP algorithms.
• Functional Safety & Compliance: SIL2/SIL3 architectures, IEC 61508 / ISO 13849, safe torque off (STO), redundant monitoring.
  
  

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• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
  
  

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

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