Business Details
Embedded Systems Engineering & Product Development
Cipher Engineering is a collaborative team of former professionals from Cipher Systems and Pico Machines, united by a culture of excellence in engineering design and development. Our team of experienced engineers specializes in reducing product design costs, improving quality, and driving innovation across the entire product lifecycle. With decades of combined expertise in analog and digital circuit design, embedded systems, and manufacturing project management, we deliver tailored solutions for automotive electronics, consumer devices, and real-time embedded controllers.Our strategic alliances ensure cost-effective, high-quality outcomes while maintaining agility to adapt to market demands. We prioritize client satisfaction through transparent communication, rigorous testing, and compliance with industry standards, making us a trusted partner for complex engineering challenges.
Services
Electrical Circuit Design
Embedded Software Development
Test System Design
Product Development Management
Prototype Manufacturing
PCB Assembly
Electromechanical Product Design
Precision Mechanical Design
Compliance Testing
Real-Time Embedded Controllers
Highlights and features
- We offer over 100 years of combined industry experience in embedded systems.
- Our team manages full product development lifecycles from concept to manufacturing.
- We implement strategic alliances to reduce costs and accelerate timelines.
- Our expertise includes FDA-regulated medical device testing and compliance.
- We guarantee transparent communication and client-centric project management.
Services
Electrical Circuit Design
Our electrical circuit design services cover analog and digital systems for automotive, consumer electronics, and industrial applications. We optimize designs for manufacturability and performance using state-of-the-art tools. Our team ensures compliance with industry standards for reliability.
Embedded Software Development
We develop embedded software for real-time systems, including firmware for microcontrollers and operating systems like FreeRTOS. Our solutions integrate seamlessly with hardware for applications in communications and in-vehicle networking.
Test System Design
Our testing services include functional validation, EMC/ESD testing, and compliance prescreening for medical devices and consumer electronics. We ensure products meet regulatory requirements through rigorous verification processes.
Product Development Management
We manage full product lifecycles from concept to manufacturing, coordinating cross-disciplinary teams for electrical, mechanical, and software components. Our process minimizes risks and accelerates time-to-market.
Prototype Manufacturing
We offer turnkey prototype development for PCB assemblies and electromechanical products. Our strategic partnerships enable scalable solutions while maintaining quality and cost efficiency.
People
Charles S. (Chuck) Mauro, Jr.
Principal Engineer
With over 30 years of experience at Apple, Intel, and Microsoft, Chuck specializes in analog/digital design and software engineering. He holds degrees in Electrical Engineering and Mathematics from Santa Clara University.
James D. Seymour
Embedded Systems Lead
James brings 25+ years of expertise in firmware development for microcontrollers and real-time operating systems. He graduated with a BSCS from Oregon State University.
Carl B. Van Wormer, P.E.
Senior Electrical Engineer
Carl is a registered Oregon Professional Engineer with 30 years of experience in metrology and analog design. He holds a BSEE from Portland State University.
Questions
What services does Cipher Engineering offer?
We provide electrical circuit design, embedded software development, product testing, and full lifecycle product management.
Do you handle regulated industries like medical devices?
Yes, we specialize in FDA-regulated medical device testing and compliance prescreening.
Can you manage projects from concept to manufacturing?
Yes, our team oversees complete product development, including design, testing, and production coordination.
How do you ensure cost efficiency?
We use strategic alliances to reduce overhead while maintaining quality and agility.
What industries do you serve?
We work with automotive, consumer electronics, industrial products, and medical device sectors.
