Firmware Engineer

Emerson; Marshalltown (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance plans

Dental and vision coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible time off plans

Job summary

Emerson is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer in Marshalltown, Iowa, to design innovative electric actuation platforms. You will develop firmware for embedded systems and work closely with cross‑functional teams on complex technical challenges.

Ideal candidates possess a Bachelor's degree in relevant fields and strong skills in C/C++. The position offers flexible time off, various medical benefits, and a commitment to work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant technical discipline.
• 5+ years of firmware or embedded software development experience preferred.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and debug firmware for embedded systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams.
• Participate in project planning and continuous improvement.

Skills

C programming

C++ programming

Embedded systems experience

Problem-solving skills

Debugging skills

Technical communication

Education

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

Job description

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.

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 within 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

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

Preferred Qualifications

• 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

Benefits

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, vacation and holiday leave.

Work Authorization

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for sponsorship and is not available to individuals with temporary visas requiring sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.