Firmware Co-Op: Build Automation & Embedded Systems

Emerson; Marshalltown (IA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Emerson in United States is seeking a motivated undergraduate student to contribute to firmware development across build automation, CI workflows, and toolchains. You will help implement embedded software for actuator platforms, work with BSPs, drivers, and application code, and participate in product validation with cross-functional teams.

The role emphasizes strong problem-solving, documentation, and communication skills, with a hands-on co-op experience and opportunities to learn modern

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Solid foundation in engineering fundamentals and problem-solving.
• Experience or coursework in embedded systems development.
• Familiarity with C/C++ programming.
• Exposure to software development processes, version control, and debugging tools.
• Ability to read technical documentation, schematics, and data sheets.
• Strong organizational, documentation, and communication skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance firmware build automation and toolchains.
• Create CI workflows and automated testing solutions.
• Integrate code quality, security, and static analysis tools.
• Improve source control, code review, and release processes.
• Document and standardize development workflows.
• Develop firmware for next-generation actuator platforms.
• Assist with BSP, driver, and application software development.
• Debug firmware and support hardware bring-up activities.
• Participate in product validation and testing.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams.

Skills

C/C++ programming

Embedded systems development

Problem-solving

Documentation

Version control basics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Git

Perforce

Jenkins

Azure DevOps

GitHub Actions

RTOS debugging tools

Job description

Emerson in United States is seeking a motivated undergraduate student to contribute to firmware development across build automation, CI workflows, and toolchains. You will help implement embedded software for actuator platforms, work with BSPs, drivers, and application code, and participate in product validation with cross-functional teams.

The role emphasizes strong problem-solving, documentation, and communication skills, with a hands-on co-op experience and opportunities to learn modern