Electronics & Firmware Engineer

Snap-on; Carol Stream (IL); On-site; USD 112,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid vacation

401(k) Plan with matching

Job summary

Snap-on Incorporated is seeking an Electronics and Firmware Engineer to design hardware and firmware for torque, gyro, and measurement tools in Carol Stream, IL. You will develop embedded software and PCBAs, perform algorithmic analysis, and maintain thorough documentation for manufacturing and IP preservation.

The role involves cross-functional collaboration, hands-on testing, and leadership in a fast-paced environment. Sponsorship and relocation are not available for this on-site position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus 5 years of related experience or Master’s degree with 3 years related experience in CS, math, or engineering.
• Electrical Engineering degree preferred.
• Proficiency with C language in IAR toolchains for ARM Cortex-M and MSP430.
• Knowledge of Bluetooth, Wi‑Fi, 802.15.4 and wired interfaces (UART, SPI, I2C).
• Able to write procedures and reports; strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop software/firmware for new and existing products.
• Design electronics and PCBs using microcontrollers and interfaces (UART, SPI, I2C; Altium).
• Develop algorithms and mathematical analyses for product development and sustainment.
• Document releases and maintain engineering records for IP goals.
• Test and validate product performance and quality.
• Collaborate with suppliers, Manufacturing, QA, and repair teams.

Skills

C programming

Embedded systems design

Wireless technologies

Mathematics/algorithms

Education

Bachelor’s + 5 years experience or Master’s + 3 years experience

Electrical Engineering degree preferred

Tools

IAR toolchains

ARM Cortex-M

MSP430

Job description

Overview

The Electronics and Firmware Engineer will design and develop hardware and firmware/software programs (Windows and embedded systems) for torque, gyro, strain gage, and other measurement applications. This person will utilize advanced math processes to convert analog and digital values into algorithms that calculate torque value, rotation, position and orientation of hand tools and power tools along with other physical attributes. Systems level responsibility for electronics and product software/firmware design (including writing code, calibration methods, specification writing, code testing, and tool/system testing). Support current product line as needed.

This is an on-site position at Sturtevant Richmont, a division of Snap-on Incorporated, located in Carol Stream, IL. Sponsorship and relocation are not available for this position.

Salary range: $112,000 to $132,000 depending on experience.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to the following. Other duties may be assigned. Represents a summary of the range of duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Intended to outline the minimum qualifications necessary for entry into the position/class and do not necessarily convey the qualifications of incumbents within the position/classification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Develop software and firmware for new products, product enhancements, and sustaining current products.
• Develop electronics designs and PCBAs for products with microcontrollers and other ICs using a variety of protocols including UART, SPI, and I2C. PCB development using Altium.
• Develop software and firmware systems, including mathematical analysis and algorithms, for use in developing new products and product sustainment.
• Prepare thorough and accurate documentation for release to manufacturing and for internal product design records. Maintain an engineering record to document work activity in support of company’s product development and IP goals
• Test and validate work product to assure product performance and quality
• Work closely with electronics suppliers to ensure proper transition to production and resolve issues as necessary
• Work with manufacturing, QA, and repair groups to resolve problems.
• Develop an understanding of the company’s products and their applications
• Collaborate with other engineers across multiple sites
• Other related projects and/or tasks as required

Qualifications

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATION: Intended to outline the minimum qualifications necessary for entry into the position/class and do not necessarily convey the qualifications of incumbents within the position/classification. The additional requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. To perform this job successfully, the applicable candidate must be a team player.

• Bachelor’s and 5 years related experience or Master’s degree and 3 years related experience in computer science, mathematics, or engineering. EE degree is preferred.
• Effectively use the C-language within IAR toolchains for ARM Cortex-M and MSP430.
• Detailed knowledge of Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, 802.15.4 d other wireless technology, messaging protocols, and wired interfaces including UART, SPI, and I2C.
• Familiar with lab equipment including oscilloscopes, logic probes and debug probes. Ability to write procedures, routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to write procedures, routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively with customers, associates and various organizational levels. Strong motivational skills.
• Able to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists, and recommend and implement resolution. Develop standards as needed, manage processes, analyzing information, and problem solving and decision making.
• Able to speak effectively with customers, associates, and various organizational levels.
• Strong leadership skills and able to act independently.
• Multitask, prioritize and adjust in a fast paced multi-disciplinary work environment and make timely decisions in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrate organizational and team building skills and able to lead improvements.
• Highly motivated, high energy with the ability to work independently and with the team
• Very strong organizational skills

Snap-on offers medical, dental, life insurance, disability insurance, paid vacation, a 401(k) Plan with matching employer contributions and more!

Snap-on is an Equal Opportunity Employer, minority/female/disabled/veteran.