Principal Electrical Engineering Tech - Firmware Quality Lab

Milwaukee-Tool; Town of Brookfield (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Education assistance

Wellness center

On-site cafe

Job summary

Milwaukee Tool is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineering Technician in Brookfield, WI to support MCU programming, firmware review, and root-cause analysis within the Systems Quality/Reliability group.

You will operate lab equipment, interpret schematics, document data, and coordinate with EE teams to resolve issues while upholding safety and lab cleanliness standards.

Qualifications

• Strong communication, analytical and interpersonal skills.
• Problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Teamwork and collaboration with engineering and QA teams.
• Ability to read and understand technical work instructions.

Responsibilities

• Programming MCUs with proprietary software and reviewing firmware.
• Analyze programming errors and coordinate with EE teams to mitigate future issues.
• Organize and maintain Secure Programming Lab and document root-cause investigations.
• Read electrical schematics and understand electronic components.
• Operate lab equipment safely and maintain cleanliness and safety standards.
• Support QA activities and assist with ongoing quality projects.

Job description

Job Description:Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.; Sponsorship is not available for this position at this time.INNOVATE WITHOUT BOUNDARIES! At Milwaukee Tool we firmly believe that our People and our Culture are the secrets to our success – so we give you unlimited access to everything you need to create disruptive new technologies and solutions on our electrical engineering teams. Our Engineering Team is responsible for giving life to the batteries, motors, and electronics that power solutions changing the lives of our users. Every developmental phase of these critical components happens in-house under the watch of this team. We continue to invest in electrical engineering resources to design and develop leadership in electronic capabilities; something unique within the industry. And we’re pushing the limits in firmware engineering, power electronics, embedded systems, machine learning, and the use of artificial intelligence.Behind our doors you’ll be empowered every day to own it, drive it, and do what it takes to design and develop the biggest breakthroughs in the industry. Meanwhile, you’ll have the support and resources of the fastest-growing brand in the construction industry to make it happen.Year after year, our team continues to make significant breakthroughs in the industry. We’re just getting started. To learn more about our story click HERE .Reporting to Systems Quality/Reliability Group Manager, the Principal Electrical Engineering Technician's primary duties are:Programming MCU’s with proprietary softwarePerforming functional review of firmware programmed on MCUAnalyzing any programming errors and working with EE’s to mitigate future errorsOrganizing and maintaining Secure Programming LabYou’ll also be DISRUPTIVE through these duties and responsibilities:Test, inspect, and identify Milwaukee Tool products that do not adhere to quality standardsAbility to identify symptoms of broken or non-conforming parts and investigate root cause of failureOrder and prep raw materials used for testingEffectively document and present of data associated with root cause investigationsProficient at reading, comprehending, and executing actions of work instructionsComprehend electrical schematics, specifically electronic component schematicUnderstand and utilize technical problem-solving methods to identify and inform of issues outside the scope of initial investigationOperate lab equipment properly and adhere to all safety requirements in the work areaHazardous voltage safety is critical in this positionSupport lab cleanliness and housekeepingPerform support activities of the Quality/Reliability team as neededWhat TOOLS you’ll bring with you:Requires technical education in Electrical Engineering as is normally acquired in 2-year associate degree, military equivalent, and supplemented by technical seminars or on job experienceAn intermediate technician level of electrical circuit analysis is assumedCandidates would be expected to be fully versed in electrical test equipment and basic soldering techniquesStrong electrical/mechanical aptitude, communication skills, and problem-solving abilitiesStrong professional written, verbal, analytical and interpersonal skillsTroubleshooting experience is a requirementIntermediate understanding of Microsoft’s Azure Dev OPS, ideally experience with modifying ADO boards and associated toolsIntermediate skills in core Microsoft applications – Outlook, Teams, Excel, Word, PowerPoint preferredKnowledge of digital Oscilloscopes (SALEA) is a plusExperience with Python or Matlab is a plusWe provide these great perks and benefits:Robust health, dental and vision insurance plans.Generous 401 (K) savings plan.Education assistance.On-site wellness, fitness center, food, and coffee service.And many more, check out our benefits site HERE .Milwaukee Tool is an equal opportunity employer.