Firmware Engineer Manufacturing Test Systems

Experis-US; Wilmington (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

401(k) match

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Weekly pay

Job summary

Experis Technology Group seeks a Firmware Engineer for an onsite role in Wilmington, MA. The position supports Manufacturing Test Engineering, providing hands-on firmware, test automation, and hardware debugging in a fast-paced production environment.

You will work with hardware and firmware teams to minimize downtime, develop test sequences in C++/Python, and contribute to continuous improvements in quality and throughput.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in manufacturing/test, validation, or automation.
• Strong C++ and Python programming skills.
• Experience debugging embedded firmware and hardware.
• Knowledge of CAN, EtherCAT, UART, SPI, I2C, Ethernet.
• Proficiency with Linux, Git, and command-line tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on support for automated test equipment to minimize downtime.
• Troubleshoot and debug firmware, hardware, software, and communication-related issues across test stations and production equipment.
• Develop, maintain, and optimize test sequences and support tools using C++ and Python.
• Collaborate with hardware, firmware, and manufacturing teams to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Support test software releases, documentation, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality and throughput.

Skills

C++ programming

Python programming

Troubleshooting

Embedded systems

Test automation

Manufacturing floor support

Tools

CAN

EtherCAT

UART

SPI

I2C

Ethernet

Job description

Our client, a leader in robotics manufacturing and advanced automation, is seeking a Firmware Engineer to join their team. As a Firmware Engineer, you will be part of the Manufacturing Test Engineering team supporting Production Operations, Firmware Engineering, and Hardware Engineering. The ideal candidate will have strong troubleshooting skills, a hands-on mindset, and excellent collaboration abilities to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Job Title: Firmware Engineer

Location: Wilmington, MA (Fully Onsite)

Duration: 6+ Month Contract

Pay Rate: $65/hr - $70/hr.

Top 3 Must-Have Skills

• Strong C++ and Python programming experience in test automation, firmware support, or manufacturing environments.
• Hardware and firmware debugging experience with embedded systems, motor controllers, sensors, electromechanical devices, and automated test equipment.
• Hands-on manufacturing floor support experience, including troubleshooting production equipment, minimizing downtime, and working directly with equipment in lab and production environments.

What's the Job?

• Provide hands-on support for automated test equipment and manufacturing operations to minimize production downtime.
• Troubleshoot and debug firmware, hardware, software, and communication-related issues across test stations and production equipment.
• Develop, maintain, and optimize test sequences and support tools using C++ and Python.
• Collaborate with hardware, firmware, and manufacturing teams to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Support test software releases, documentation, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality and throughput.

What's Needed?

• 4+ years of experience supporting manufacturing, production test, validation, or automation environments.
• Strong programming skills in C++ and Python.
• Experience debugging integrated hardware and software systems, including embedded firmware, motor controllers, sensors, and electromechanical devices.
• Knowledge of communication protocols such as CAN, Ether CAT, UART, SPI, I2C, and Ethernet.
• Proficiency with Linux, Git, and command-line tools.

Additional Information

Fully onsite role in Wilmington, MA.

This is a highly hands-on position supporting operations, lab equipment, and production test systems. The ideal candidate enjoys troubleshooting equipment directly on the manufacturing floor and in lab environments. This is not a desk-based development role. Candidates should be comfortable being on the move throughout the day, diagnosing issues at test stations, supporting production, and working closely with technicians and engineers.

What's it in me?

• Opportunity to work with advanced robotics and automated manufacturing technologies.
• Direct impact on production quality, efficiency, and equipment uptime.
• Collaborative environment with firmware, hardware, and manufacturing engineering teams.
• Exposure to cutting-edge test systems, robotics, and industrial automation equipment.

Benefits

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Life Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Weekly Pay