Embedded Software Co-op: Build Firmware & Tests

Emerson; Marshalltown (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Co-op program

Medical insurance

Flexible time off

Job summary

Emerson in Marshalltown, IA is seeking a co-op student to join the firmware team. You will interpret upstream requirements, design, document, and implement validating tests while collaborating with the project team.

This paid co-op offers hands-on experience with C#, C++, test fixtures, CI tools, and ARM embedded platforms. Balance learning with contributing to real features in a structured, mentor‑led environment.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program.
• Proficiency in teamwork and collaborative work.
• Strong analytical problem solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Engage firmware team to interpret upstream requirements to design, document, and implement supporting validations.
• Perform project and product documentation in accordance with departmental and company procedures and standards.
• Collaborate with other members of the project team to deliver features that are implemented, tested, and documented.
• Design, assemble, and maintain test fixtures.

Skills

Team collaboration

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/CE/SE/EE (in progress)

Tools

C# (Test)

C++ (Firmware)

TeamCity

Jenkins

Git

ARM embedded processors

Job description

Emerson in Marshalltown, IA is seeking a co-op student to join the firmware team. You will interpret upstream requirements, design, document, and implement validating tests while collaborating with the project team.

This paid co-op offers hands-on experience with C#, C++, test fixtures, CI tools, and ARM embedded platforms. Balance learning with contributing to real features in a structured, mentor‑led environment.