Embedded Controls Intern - Firmware, C++ & Python

h3x-technologies; Louisville (CO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 51,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Monthly company events

Friday Team Lunches

Job summary

H3X Technologies is seeking an embedded controls intern to support firmware development across the HPDM product line. This fast-paced role offers full responsibility with a small, high-motivation team focused on hard engineering problems and rapid hardware-to-design iteration.

We are targeting Spring Interns with a path to Summer roles or extended co-op periods. The position involves on-site work in Colorado and Louisville, with competitive hourly compensation and relocation support.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or graduate degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Proficiency in C++ and embedded systems.
• Comfort with Python for scripting and tool development.
• Comfort with the command line - running scripts, using git, and building projects.
• Strong understanding of embedded systems fundamentals: microcontrollers, peripherals, real-time constraints, and hardware/software interface.
• Hands-on, project-based experience with embedded systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Motivated to know why and how something works, not just that it does.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development and maintenance of motor control firmware in C++, from low-level drivers to control algorithms.
• Assist in development and maintenance of motor simulations, configuration tools, and data processing scripts.
• Collaborate with other teams to add support for new products and features.
• Track down and resolve firmware bugs, and write firmware to help identify hardware bugs.
• Support the testing team with custom testing builds, data collection, and troubleshooting.
• Expand firmware testing and documentation, including unit tests, CI/CD pipelines, linting, and test plans.

Skills

C++

Embedded systems

Python

Command line

Microcontrollers

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or graduate degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering

Job description

H3X Technologies is seeking an embedded controls intern to support firmware development across the HPDM product line. This fast-paced role offers full responsibility with a small, high-motivation team focused on hard engineering problems and rapid hardware-to-design iteration.

We are targeting Spring Interns with a path to Summer roles or extended co-op periods. The position involves on-site work in Colorado and Louisville, with competitive hourly compensation and relocation support.