Firmware Engineer

City of Shakopee, MN; Marshalltown (IA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision

Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Resource Groups

Recognition Programs

Flexible PTO

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

Emerson is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to join the New Product Development team in Marshalltown, Iowa. You will design firmware for microcontroller-based embedded systems, develop from concept through production, and collaborate with hardware, mechanical, and manufacturing teams on innovative electric actuation platforms.

The role requires strong C/C++ skills, experience with embedded systems, and the ability to read schematics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical discipline.
• Professional experience developing embedded software or firmware for microcontroller-based systems.
• Strong programming skills in C and C++.
• Experience working with embedded systems and microcontroller-based products.
• Ability to read schematics and component datasheets.
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Uphold Safety as our #1 Value in all that we do
• Design, develop, test, and debug firmware in C and C++ for microcontroller-based embedded systems, including low-level hardware interaction
• Collaborate with hardware, mechanical, and manufacturing, and engineering teams
• Develop solutions and requirements that satisfy customer needs for high reliability industrial applications while staying withing challenging constraints such as low power
• Perform code reviews and support software quality initiatives
• Troubleshoot and resolve firmware and embedded system issues
• Support product validation, verification, and production readiness activities
• Research and evaluate emerging embedded technologies and industry trends
• Participate in project planning, estimation, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Support the long-term development of Emerson's electric actuation portfolio

Skills

C

C++

Embedded systems

Read schematics

Debugging

Communication

RTOS

UML

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science

Tools

Git

Version control

Job description

Are you an Embedded Software Engineer or Firmware Engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges? Join Emerson's New Product Development team in Marshalltown, Iowa and help design innovative electric actuation platforms.

In this role, you will develop embedded software from concept through production, working closely with cross-functional engineering teams to create innovative products used in critical industrial applications worldwide, including process automation and control systems.

Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Uphold Safety as our #1 Value in all that we do
• Design, develop, test, and debug firmware in C and C++ for microcontroller-based embedded systems, including low-level hardware interaction
• Collaborate with hardware, mechanical, and manufacturing, and engineering teams
• Develop solutions and requirements that satisfy customer needs for high reliability industrial applications while staying withing challenging constraints such as low power
• Perform code reviews and support software quality initiatives
• Troubleshoot and resolve firmware and embedded system issues
• Support product validation, verification, and production readiness activities
• Research and evaluate emerging embedded technologies and industry trends
• Participate in project planning, estimation, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Support the long-term development of Emerson's electric actuation portfolio

Who You Are:

You identify and seize new opportunities and consistently look for ways to improve processes and outcomes. You are innovative and bring strong attention to detail when solving complex technical challenges. You collaborate effectively across teams, openly ask questions, and communicate clearly to ensure successful completion of projects. You adapt to changing priorities and take ownership in delivering high-quality results.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical discipline
• Professional experience developing embedded software or firmware for microcontroller-based systems
• Strong programming skills in C and C++
• Experience working with embedded systems and microcontroller-based products
• Ability to read schematics and component datasheets
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• 5+ years of firmware or embedded software development experience
• Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS)
• Experience debugging embedded hardware and software systems
• Familiarity with source control, defect tracking, and software development lifecycle processes
• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols such as Modbus and HART
• Experience with object-oriented design methodologies and UML
• Experience with C#
• Experience supporting products from concept through production release

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing and know that to do your best you must have flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide, a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, profit sharing retirement, tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture prioritizes work-life balance and offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

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