Embedded Software Engineer

Brooks Automation US LLC; Fremont (CA); Hybrid; USD 111,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) Plan

Paid holidays & Flexible vacation

Job summary

Brooks Automation US LLC is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer in Fremont, CA, to design, develop, test, and document embedded software for precision motion control, sensor integration, and algorithms. You will contribute to proposals and project plans while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

The candidate should have a Computer or Electrical Engineering degree with 4+ years in equipment control, strong C++ knowledge, Linux, and Python scripting, plus experience with MCUs and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer or Electrical Engineering; 4+ years of software development in equipment control with robotics.
• Experience developing embedded software for real-time systems involving control theories.
• Proficiency in C++14/17; knowledge of Linux and Python for scripting.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop embedded software solutions for precision motion control, sensor integration, and algorithms.
• Diagnose customer issues and perform root-cause analysis with long-term fixes.
• Promote best practices for scalable, reliable embedded software and adhere to industry standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate machine vision and ML into embedded systems.
• Implement logic for controlling multiple devices for safe wafer handling.

Skills

C++14/17

Linux

Python scripting

Embedded real-time

Multi-threading

Robot/automation experience

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer or Electrical Engineering

Tools

In-Circuit Emulators

Debuggers

Oscilloscopes

Electrical schematics

MCUs

Bootloader

Job description

Brooks is a leading provider of automation solutions with over 40 years of experience in the semiconductor industry, offering precision robotics, integrated automation systems, and contamination control solutions that empower chip manufacturers worldwide. Our product portfolio includes a range of automation solutions, including robots, vacuum systems, and atmospheric robots for semiconductor manufacturing (www.brooks.com). Are you looking for a place where you can be part of a transformation? Join us at Brooks Automation and be a part of a dynamic organization that is shaping the future of technology.

Embedded Software Engineer Job Description

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY

Performs design, development, testing, documentation, and analysis of software applications for company products. Assignments include development of new programs and subprograms, as well as enhancements, modifications, and corrections to existing software/software systems. Duties include designing application, writing code, completing programming, developing and executing testing and debugging routines, and documenting work and results. May be responsible for developing or executing project plans, budgets, and schedules and for documentation of work and results. May function as a project engineer/leader with the resident responsibilities of proposals/project plan, schedules, work assignments, prime contact, technical presentations, cross functional issue resolution, etc. Is expected to keep up to date on technical advances in the discipline and related fields. Note: job levels E3 through E5 may include a software architect role.

CAREER LEVEL

Works under limited supervision on assignments that require a comprehensive knowledge of the discipline. May be responsible for a business activity, or lead small projects, assume several components of a larger project or program, or complex portion of a large project/program. May assist and/or provide limited supervision to more junior staff members. Broad application of principles, theories, concepts, and techniques used in the applicable technical or business discipline and working knowledge of interrelated fields. Develops resolutions to diverse and complex problems very often requiring creativity. Exercises judgment using generally defined practices and policies in selecting methods and techniques for arriving at solutions. Frequent inter-organizational and external customer contacts. May represent the organization on projects and interface with customers. Impact of errors may have implications requiring significant expenditure of resources to correct and/or achieve project goals.

What You Will Do

• Design and develop embedded software solutions, spanning precision motion control, sensor integration, and mathematical algorithms.
• Diagnose customer issues, perform and document root cause analysis and provide work around as well as long term fix.
• Champion best practices in embedded software engineering, ensuring scalability, reliability, and adherence to industry standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate advanced technologies such as machine vision and machine learning into embedded systems.
• Use complete system knowledge to implement logic to control multiple devices for safe and reliable wafer handling.

What You Will Bring

• Computer or Electrical Engineering Bachelor’s degree with 4+ years of software development with focus on equipment control involving robots and device integration.
• Extensive experience developing embedded software for complex real-time systems involving control theories
• Proficiency in C++ 14/17 and experience in POSIX and ANSI compliant real-time operating systems and microcontroller units (MCUs).
• Experience using In-Circuit Emulators, Debuggers, Oscilloscopes, electrical schematics.
• Experience in building robotics and motion control solutions with PID loops and deep understanding of DC servo motors, BLDC motors and stepper motors, multi-threading.
• Familiarity with bootloader, memory management.
• Experience in Linux operating systems and Python for scripting.
• Fluency in UML for Object-Oriented Analysis/Design, including state machines.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with demonstrated experience using Fishbone (Ishikawa) diagram or 5 whys or Fault Tree Analysis or similar methodologies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication (English) skills.
• Preferred: Experince in C#.Net
• Preferred: Previous experience in the semiconductor or semiconductor equipment industry.
• Travel expectation would be 20%

Compensation Base Salary Range: $110,621.72 USD to $149,664.68 USD Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Exempt employees are provided company paid holidays and Flexible Vacation to enjoy personal time off and incidental sickness.

Work Location & Flexibility

At Brooks, we aim to foster a collaborative and engaging environment while offering flexibility where possible. Work arrangements may include a mix of in-office and remote work, depending on the nature of the role and business needs. Specific expectations will be shared during the interview process.

Brooks is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and proudly serves as an equal-opportunity employer.

We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.

Diversity enhances our innovative capabilities and strengthens our ability to serve our customers and communities effectively. At Brooks Automation, we celebrate the unique experiences and perspectives each individual brings, believing they are essential to our collective success. Join us in building a workplace where every team member is valued and can thrive.

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Since our founding in 1978, Brooks Automation has been a leading automation provider and trusted partner to the global manufacturing industry. Our customers choose the Brooks Automation platform because we consistently deliver best-in-class reliability and cost of ownership, with a solution that is optimized for value within their application. We deliver value through our understanding of the application challenge, providing solutions at scale that create an automated advantage for our customers. This benefits our customers with improved throughput and yield and a lower cost of ownership.