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Camlin

Energy monitoring and infrastructure optimization

Junior Firmware Engineer

Full-TimePosted on 10/1/2026
No salary listed
Junior
Lisburn, UK
Hybrid

About the job

Requirements
  • Experience designing, simulating, implementing, verifying, and validating real-time systems on digital signal processors and microcontrollers.
  • Experience programming in C++ and C.
  • Knowledge of real-time operating system theory and use, including FreeRTOS and Zephyr.
  • Knowledge of complex digital electronic circuit theory and design, and digital signal processing algorithms such as FFT, digital filters, and resampling.
  • Experience using laboratory equipment, including oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and signal generators.
  • Experience with peripheral standards and communication protocols, including I2C, SPI, UART, RS485, RS232, and RGMII.
  • Familiarity with scripting languages such as Bash and Python.
  • Fluent written and verbal English communication skills.
Responsibilities
  • Design, implement, and debug firmware for digital signal processors and microcontrollers for real-time applications, tailored to project requirements.
  • Ensure firmware meets real-time performance constraints, focusing on latency, throughput, and efficient use of system resources, including DSP cores, communication interfaces, memory, and processing power.
  • Optimize the performance and efficiency of signal-processing algorithms and embedded systems.
  • Conduct code reviews, design evaluations, and testing to uphold quality standards.
  • Investigate and resolve technical issues in real-time systems to ensure reliability and robustness.
  • Debug hardware and software issues and identify their root causes.
  • Design high-quality systems that comply with regulatory standards.
  • Create and maintain technical documentation.
Desired Qualifications
  • Knowledge of SHARC or equivalent DSP architecture.
  • Knowledge of the CMake build system.
  • Proficiency with GitLab, Docker, continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD), and Artifactory.
  • Proficiency in source-code revision control, especially Git.
  • Knowledge of agile methodologies.
  • Experience with application-layer protocols such as DNP, 1588, and MQTT.
  • Knowledge of electronic components and PCB reworking.
  • Experience with Tcl scripting.

About the company

Camlin provides advanced energy monitoring and management solutions to optimize infrastructure and improve returns for energy operators. The company uses technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, robotics, and materials science to address challenges in the energy sector, with a focus on Distribution Network Operators (DNOs). Its products include smart monitoring systems and fault detection and management strategies, delivered alongside related services. Revenue comes from selling these monitoring systems and ongoing services that help clients achieve higher operational efficiency and reliability of their networks. Camlin differentiates itself through a global team of data scientists, researchers, and engineers who continuously advance its solutions, aiming to improve customer outcomes and maximize the efficiency and reliability of energy networks.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

Grant

Total Funding

$420K

Headquarters

Lisburn, United Kingdom

Founded

2011

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What believers are saying

  • Terra-Gen expanded Camlin monitoring on August 14, 2026 across Texas and California assets.
  • Camlin won Vattenfall Renewables UK’s five-year transformer monitoring deployment in February 2026.
  • Grid modernization demand is rising, and Siemens Energy is paying for Camlin’s software-enabled monitoring.

What critics are saying

  • Regulatory approval still governs the Siemens Energy deal, with closing targeted by December 2026.
  • Camlin’s standalone identity ends inside Siemens Energy, risking product overlap and leadership dilution.
  • Utility spending concentration leaves Camlin exposed if Terra-Gen, Vattenfall, or DNO renewals stall.

What makes Camlin unique

  • Camlin’s TOTUS monitors transformers with DGA, partial discharge, bushing, and through-fault analytics.
  • Its Northern Ireland engineering base and 650-person global team sell utilities predictive fault detection.
  • Siemens Energy agreed June 2, 2026 to buy Camlin for digital grid depth.

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LinkedIn
Sep 20th, 2026
#mergersandacquisitioins #siemensenergy #teampurple | Stefan Volz

The acquisition of the Camlin Group has closed on August 1st. Happy to have the Camlin team on board. #mergersandacquisitioins #siemensenergy #teampurple

Yahoo Finance
Aug 20th, 2026
Callan Power to acquire Williston Basin assets for $252M net cash flow with ex-Northern Oil and Gas CEO Michael Reger

Callan JMB's subsidiary Callan Power is acquiring oil and gas assets from Reger Oil for development in the Williston Basin. Michael Reger, former CEO and founder of Northern Oil and Gas, will become president of Callan Power and join Callan JMB's board. The acquisition includes a 23-well Red River drilling programme scheduled from May 2027 through March 2029. Callan Power will hold a 75% working interest, with Chandler Energy serving as operator with 25%. The company projects the programme will generate approximately $252 million in cumulative net operating cash flow over the wells' productive life. The initiative is forecast to achieve positive operating cash flow in its first drilling year, reaching approximately $42 million in annual net operating cash flow by 2029. Projections assume $75 per barrel oil prices and estimated ultimate recovery of approximately 7.3 million gross barrels across the programme.

Transformer Technology
Aug 14th, 2026
Camlin energy and Terra-Gen expand partnership on Transformer Monitoring.

Camlin energy and Terra-Gen expand partnership on Transformer Monitoring. 14 Aug 2026 Camlin Energy is expanding its collaboration with Terra-Gen to provide transformer monitoring across solar, wind and energy storage projects in Texas and California. The companies established an agreement in April 2025 covering monitoring technology, services and support. The programme uses TOTUS Total Transformer Monitoring, including dissolved gas analysis (DGA), partial discharge detection, bushing monitoring and through-fault current analysis. Jessie Nevarez, Terra-Gen's High Voltage general manager, said: "As we continue to expand our renewable energy portfolio, maintaining the reliability of our assets is essential. Camlin's monitoring technology and services provides us insight that helps us continue to operate efficiently while protecting the long-term performance of our infrastructure." Keith Redfearn, President & CEO of Camlin Americas, added: "Terra-Gen is a leader in the clean energy production and we are proud to support them. Our monitoring solutions and services are designed to help operators make informed decisions that protect assets, improve performance and strengthen the resilience of the grid." The programme is supported by Camlin's data interpretation and technical services, with a team located near Terra-Gen's Southern California sites.

Safer Highways
Jul 22nd, 2026
Siemens Energy charts new era with Omterra rebrand as digital grid ambitions accelerate.

Siemens Energy charts new era with Omterra rebrand as digital grid ambitions accelerate. Energy technology giant prepares to retire the Siemens name while strengthening its position through strategic acquisitions and investment in next-generation grid solutions. Siemens Energy has unveiled plans to adopt the new corporate identity Omterra, bringing both Siemens Energy and Siemens Gamesa under a single global brand as the company prepares for its next phase of growth following its separation from Siemens AG. The rebrand, which will be introduced in stages from later this year, represents the final milestone in a transition that began when Siemens Energy became an independent company in 2020. While the business has continued to operate under the Siemens name through a licensing agreement, that arrangement has always been temporary. The new name combines the concepts of "all" and "land", reflecting what the company describes as its worldwide presence, engineering expertise and commitment to delivering reliable energy infrastructure across the globe. Independent identity reflects stronger business position. The announcement comes at a time when Siemens Energy says it has emerged from a challenging period in a significantly stronger position. In recent years, the company has navigated well-publicised quality issues within its wind turbine business, Siemens Gamesa, while simultaneously benefiting from rapidly increasing global demand for electricity transmission infrastructure, grid technology and conventional power equipment as nations accelerate electrification and the transition to lower-carbon energy systems. Christian Bruch, President and Chief Executive Officer of Siemens Energy, said the timing reflects both the expiry of the Siemens branding agreement and the company's improved financial and operational performance. He said the business had strengthened its strategic position, increased profitability and earned greater confidence from customers and investors, making it the right moment to establish a fully independent identity. Bringing one brand to an increasingly integrated energy market. One of the most significant aspects of the rebranding programme is the decision to retire the long-established Siemens Gamesa name. Although the wind turbine manufacturer has operated within Siemens Energy since the spin-off, it has continued to trade independently across the renewable energy sector. Moving both businesses under the Omterra brand is expected to create a more unified identity as major energy projects increasingly combine multiple technologies, from offshore wind and gas-fired generation to high-voltage transmission, grid automation and digital energy management. The company believes presenting a single brand better reflects the integrated nature of modern energy infrastructure projects. Importantly, Siemens Energy has stressed that customers, suppliers and employees should not expect any disruption to existing operations as the new identity is introduced progressively across facilities, products and corporate communications. Digital grid strategy strengthened through Camlin acquisition. The rebranding announcement coincides with Siemens Energy's agreement to acquire Northern Ireland-based technology specialist Camlin Group, a move that significantly strengthens its digital grid portfolio. Subject to regulatory approval, the acquisition is expected to complete before the end of 2026. Camlin Group develops advanced monitoring, analytics and asset digitalisation technologies used by electricity network operators to improve reliability, predict equipment failures and enhance grid performance through real-time data. With electricity networks facing increasing pressure from ageing infrastructure, rising electricity demand and the rapid expansion of renewable generation, digital monitoring technologies are becoming an increasingly important part of modern grid management. Financial details of the acquisition have not been disclosed. Expanding capability for the energy transition. Headquartered in Lisburn, Camlin employs around 650 people and generates annual revenues exceeding £90 million. Since its formation in 2010, the company has established operations across Europe, North America, Asia and Australia, providing engineering and digital technology solutions for the energy and rail sectors. Tim Holt, Member of Siemens Energy's Executive Board, said expanding and digitalising electricity networks would be critical to future energy security and economic growth. He said Camlin's expertise in intelligent monitoring and software-based analytics would complement Siemens Energy's existing capabilities and help customers move from reactive maintenance towards predictive, condition-based asset management. Building the next chapter. Maria Ferraro, Chief Financial Officer and Chief Inclusion & Belonging Officer, described the rebrand as the beginning of a new chapter rather than a departure from the company's heritage. She said the Siemens legacy would continue to inspire the business, but that Omterra would provide a platform for the company's future ambitions as it continues to invest in technologies supporting the global energy transition. As Omterra branding begins appearing across products, facilities and customer communications over the coming months, the company hopes the new identity will symbolise a business that has completed its transition from industrial spin-off to one of the world's leading independent energy technology providers.

Siemens Energy
Jun 3rd, 2026
Siemens Energy expands capabilities with Camlin Group acquisition

Siemens Energy has reached an agreement to acquire Camlin Group, a Northern Ireland-based specialist in grid monitoring, analytics and asset digitalization technologies. The acquisition will expand Siemens Energy’s digital grid portfolio at a time of accelerated global investment in electricity network.