Embedded Firmware Engineer

Georgia-Pacific; Neenah (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Flexible spending and health savings accounts

Life insurance, AD&D, disability, and retirement plans

Paid vacation/time off

Educational assistance

Job summary

Georgia Pacific is seeking an Embedded Firmware Engineer in Neenah, Wisconsin. In this role, you will design and deliver firmware for next-generation low-power devices, collaborating closely with hardware and software teams. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, proficiency in C and C++, and hands-on experience with embedded systems. The position includes competitive benefits like medical coverage, flexible spending accounts, and paid parental leave.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (electrical, electronics, computer, or software) or equivalent practical experience.
• Proficient in C and C++ for embedded systems development.
• Hands-on experience with embedded microcontrollers and proven debugging/troubleshooting techniques.

Responsibilities

• Architect and deliver embedded firmware that enables reliable, low-power devices.
• Translate product requirements into firmware designs and algorithms.
• Lead cross-functional efforts to integrate firmware with hardware and software.

Skills

C programming

C++ programming

Troubleshooting techniques

Git version control

Embedded systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

ARM Cortex-M microcontrollers

Real-time operating systems (RTOS)

Job description

Your Job

Join us as an Embedded Firmware Engineer designing and delivering firmware that powers next generation devices! You will turn concepts into reliable, low‑power products by developing firmware architectures, leading cross‑functional development efforts, and driving measurable improvements in product performance and customer experience.

Our Team

You will be part of the Devices team, a collaborative, cross‑disciplinary group of hardware, software, and project engineers focused on taking motorized, sensor‑driven systems from prototype to production. We move quickly, iterate often, and prioritize customer‑centric solutions.

What You Will Do

• Architect and deliver embedded firmware that enables reliable, low‑power devices and improves product performance and customer outcomes.
• Translate product requirements into firmware designs and algorithms that reduce energy use, improve responsiveness, and simplify maintenance.
• Lead cross‑functional efforts to integrate firmware with mechanical, electrical, and cloud/software components to accelerate time‑to‑market.
• Define and execute verification strategies and test plans using statistical analysis to increase product quality and reduce field issues.
• Drive multiple projects to completion on schedule while documenting architecture, decisions, and delivery artifacts in source control and lifecycle systems (e.g., Git, SAP).

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (electrical, electronics, computer, or software) or equivalent practical experience.
• Proficient in C and C++ for embedded systems development.
• Hands‑on experience with embedded microcontrollers and proven debugging/troubleshooting techniques.
• Working knowledge of motor controls, power supplies, low‑power electronics, and wireless communications.
• Experience managing code repositories with Git and documenting work in engineering lifecycle systems.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Experience developing on ARM Cortex‑M series microcontrollers.
• Experience with real‑time operating systems (RTOS) in embedded devices.
• Experience working in an agile project development environment.
• Familiarity with automated unit testing and embedded testing frameworks.
• Knowledge of multiple programming languages (e.g., C#, JavaScript, Object‑Oriented Languages)

Our Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
• Life insurance, AD&D, disability, and retirement plans.
• Paid vacation/time off and educational assistance.
• Infertility assistance, paid parental leave, and adoption assistance (subject to eligibility).

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E‑Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E‑Verify information click here, aqui, or tu).