Embedded Firmware Co-op

Alliance Laundry Systems LLC; Ripon (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Alliance Laundry Systems LLC in Ripon, WI, is seeking a Firmware Co-op for Summer/Fall 2027. This onsite internship offers hands-on work on embedded firmware projects, mentorship from senior engineers, and real contributions to production-focused firmware.

You will design, test, and debug firmware in C/C++, with Python scripting as needed, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver practical hardware-software solutions.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in CS or related field.
• Foundational embedded systems knowledge and microcontroller familiarity.
• Knowledge of interfaces like GPIO, I2C, SPI, UART; basic Git usage.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and test embedded firmware features under guidance.
• Contribute to board bring-up, driver development, and debugging for microcontroller systems.
• Write clean C/C++ code; perform Python scripting as needed.

Skills

Embedded systems

C/C++

Python scripting

Git

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science (preferred)

Tools

Git

Oscilloscope

Logic analyzer

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Firmware Co-op

Location: Ripon, WI (Onsite only)

Term: Summer/Fall 2027 Co-op (May–December), full-time

About the role you’ll work on real embedded firmware projects, contribute fresh ideas, and help us tackle meaningful engineering challenges.

Responsibilities

What you’ll do

• Design, implement, and test embedded firmware features under the guidance of senior engineers
• Contribute to board bring-up, driver development, and debugging for microcontroller-based systems
• Write clean, maintainable code in C/C++ (and scripting in Python as needed)
• Use lab tools (e.g., debuggers, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers) to diagnose and resolve issues
• Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and test engineering to integrate hardware and firmware
• Participate in code reviews, documentation, and continuous improvement activities
• Explore creative approaches to solve problems and propose new ideas and optimizations

Qualifications

What you’ll bring

• Actively pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science (preferred)
• Foundational knowledge of embedded systems and microcontrollers, including C/C++
• Familiarity with basic interfaces/protocols (e.g., GPIO, I2C, SPI, UART) and version control (Git)
• Ability to learn quickly, ask thoughtful questions, and seek information from multiple sources
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; can tailor messages to technical and non-technical audiences
• Creative problem-solver who generates and evaluates multiple solution paths

Why join us

• Meaningful, resume-building work on production-focused firmware
• Mentorship from experienced engineers and exposure to cross-functional teams
• Opportunity to influence real product outcomes and be considered for future full-time roles

ID

2026-13348

Pos. Type

Co-op