Senior Embedded Controls Systems Engineer

PrideNow; Burlington (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Annual bonus

Job summary

PrideNow in Burlington, MA is seeking a Senior Embedded Controls Systems Engineer to design and implement control algorithms for brewer products. You will collaborate with software, hardware, and performance teams to ensure robust, scalable solutions and meet aggressive project timelines.

The role requires hands-on experimentation, DOE, and a proactive, travel-ready mindset. A strong background in embedded systems, control theory, and debugging tools is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Strong experience with software development and algorithm implementation on embedded systems.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C, C++, or similar object-oriented languages.
• Familiarity with source control systems, debugging tools, compilers, and other SDLC tools.
• Familiarity with feed-back, feed-forward, and model-based control schemes of mechanical and thermal systems.
• Experience with thermal and fluid control elements: heaters, pumps, valves, flow-meters, NTC's...etc.

Responsibilities

• Design, modify, optimize, and implement Brewer Control Algorithms on embedded software platforms.
• Develop and maintain design guides and specifications for Control Algorithms, Dev-Tools, Components, and Sub-Systems.
• Maintain adherence to internal coding standards and software development best practices; integrate into production code base.
• Work within an Agile development environment; participate in code reviews, sprint planning, and cross functional integration events.
• Serve as interface between controls/hardware and embedded software teams; provide mentorship and resolve integration challenges.
• Create/modify Dev & Test Tools to support parameter-based software development and debugging.
• Build, manage, and maintain Control Algorithm and Developer Tool code repositories with proper documentation and versioning.
• Provide Systems Engineering leadership; perform FMEA, DOE, structured experimentation, and phased validation.
• Support Value Engineering and Maintenance of Business Teams for cost reduction and quality improvements.

Skills

Embedded software

Algorithm design

Control systems

Python

C/C++

Education

Bachelors in Electrical/Computer/Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

Git

Debugging tools

Job description

Title: Senior Embedded Controls Systems Engineer - Permanent Position

Location: Burlington, MA

Job Overview:

Required exp - Embedded Software, Algorithm Design, Control System

Design and develop control algorithms for brewer functionality, with a primary focus on heat and flow control, and expanding into fault detection using sensor data to identify safety issues and mitigate risk

Implement and modify embedded software that runs control algorithms across both consumer (at-home) and commercial (away-from-home) brewer products

Develop and maintain design guides and specifications for brewer control algorithms to ensure consistency and quality across products

Build development and test tools (e.g., serial communication and scripted tools) to monitor brewer activity, push specialized functions, and enable efficient testing and validation of brewers

Conduct code reviews and technical oversight of other engineers' solutions, signing off on designs and ensuring there are no integration or performance issues

Cross-Functional & Systems Work

Act as a technical bridge between software engineers, electrical hardware teams, structural teams, and the brew engine performance team, sitting between hardware and pure software disciplines

Partner closely with hardware and performance engineering on components such as pumps, valves, heaters, and sensors to ensure control strategies align with physical system behavior

Perform systems engineering and platforming work, evaluating sensor and control architectures to select best-in-class solutions for cost, performance, and scalability, and to reduce redundant SKUs across the portfolio

Operational & Lifecycle Support

Support products in the field, including troubleshooting returned units, performing root-cause analysis, and feeding lessons learned into next-generation designs

Apply control systems design, tuning, and experimentation techniques, including system mapping, design of experiments (DOE), and validation activities

Contribute to technical project planning, breaking large deliverables into phases, identifying dependencies, and managing technical execution alongside project timelines

What You Will Do:

Design, modify, optimize, and implement Brewer Control Algorithms on embedded software platforms for consumer and commercial products.

Develop and maintain design guides and specifications for Control Algorithms, Dev-Tools, Components, and Sub-Systems.

Maintain adherence to internal coding standards and software development best practices; Ensure that newly developed algorithms are seamlessly integrated and maintained within the production code base.

Work within an Agile development environment; Participate in code reviews, sprint planning, and cross functional integration events.

Serve as an interface between the controls/hardware development team and the embedded software team; Provide technical support and mentorship; Collaborate cross-functionally to define system requirements and resolve integration and system performance challenges.

Create and/or modify Dev & Test Tools to support parameter-based SW development and debug: Push-button control, scripting, flashing, data logging, diagnostics...etc

Build, manage, and maintain Control Algorithm and Developer Tool code repositories; Ensure proper visibility, documentation, version control, and compatibility with associated platforms and products.

Provide Systems Engineering leadership; Formal & Functional system decomposition, Failure mode analysis, structured experimentation, and phased validation planning

Support Value Engineering & Maintenance of Business Teams in delivering continuous improvements to existing product lines: Quality Improvements, Cost Optimization, and Complexity Reduction

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Benefits, subject to election and eligibility:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Paid Time Off (including paid parental leave, vacation, and sick time), 401k with company match, Tuition Reimbursement, and Mileage Reimbursement
• Annual bonus based on performance and eligibility

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.

Strong experience with software development and algorithm implementation on embedded systems

Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C, C++, or similar object-oriented languages.

Familiarity with source control systems, debugging tools, compilers, and other SDLC tools.

Familiarity with feed-back, feed-forward, and model-based control schemes of mechanical and thermal systems.

Experience with thermal and fluid control elements: heaters, pumps, valves, flow-meters, NTC's...etc.

Strong Experience with hands-on experimentation, instrumentation, data acquisition, and analysis.

Experience with Six Sigma and Systems Engineering practices including Design of Experiments, Structured Problem Solving, Root Cause Analysis, A3, 8D... etc.

Strong organizational and communication skills; Ability to work both independently and within cross-functional teams.

A proactive self-starter mindset; Capability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Willingness to travel both domestically & internationally, up to 15% of the time.

Company Overview:

Client is a leading beverage company with more than 150 owned, licensed and partner brands that meet a wide range of needs and occasions. Our North American refreshment beverage business holds leadership positions across carbonated soft drinks, water, juice and mixers with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Dr Pepper®, Canada Dry®, Mott's®, A&W®, Peñafiel®, GHOST®, 7UP®, Snapple®, Clamato® and Core Hydration®. Our global coffee business spans more than 100 markets and includes the leading Keurig® single-serve brewing system in the U.S. and Canada, along with powerhouse brands such as Peet's, L'OR and Jacobs, and other regional coffee leaders. Our more than 50,000 employees aim to enhance the experience of every beverage and coffee occasion while making a positive impact for people, communities and the planet.