Senior Engineer, Embedded Software

Columbus McKinnon EMEA; Menomonee Falls (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbus McKinnon Corporation is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to join our team and develop embedded software for industrial automation controls and wireless communication products. You will design architectures, implement code in C and C++, and conduct comprehensive testing across unit, integration, and system levels.

You will work with cross-functional teams, apply modern engineering practices, read schematics, and leverage RF/wireless knowledge.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to design, implement, and test embedded software solutions.
• Experience with industrial controls, including VFD drives.
• Experience with control systems design and implementation is preferred.
• Experience with RF communications hardware and software is preferred.
• Working knowledge of electronic circuits and ability to read schematic diagrams.
• Proficiency with test and debug tools: multimeters, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers.

Responsibilities

• Develop architecture and designs to meet product requirements.
• Design and develop embedded software using C, C++.
• Conduct unit, integration, and system tests.
• Code in controlled workflow using JIRA, version control, and code reviews.
• Drive innovative designs based on input from product management and customers.
• Adapt to meet deadlines with strong time management.
• Contribute to team guidelines and best practices for embedded software.
• Travel up to 10% to other CMCO locations and customer sites.

Skills

Embedded C/C++

ARM with RTOS

Low level protocols

Wireless tech (BT/BLE/Wi‑Fi)

Secure boot

Schematic reading

Education

B.S. in Electrical or Computer Engineering

M.S. preferred

Job description

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As a Senior Embedded Software Engineer at Columbus McKinnon, you will work together with engineers on New Product Development teams to design and implement technology solutions in our industrial automation controls and wireless communication product portfolios.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop architecture and designs to meet the product requirements.
• Design and develop embedded software using C, C++.
• Conduct unit test, integration test, and system test activities.
• Design and implement code in a controlled workflow using JIRA, version control, and code reviews.
• Drive innovative designs based on input from product management and end customers.
• Adapt to meet critical deadlines, incorporating solid time-management skills.
• Contribute to team guidelines and best practices for embedded software development.
• Travel up to 10% to other CMCO locations and customer sites.

Knowledge, Skills, Competencies, and Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to design, implement, and test embedded software solutions.
• Experience with industrial controls, including VFD drives.
• Experience with control systems design and implementation is preferred.
• Experience with RF communications hardware and software is preferred.
• Working knowledge of electronic circuits and an ability to read schematic diagrams.
• Proficiency with test and debug tools, such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers.
• Independent problem-solving and analysis skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and productively within a team.
• Ability to meet critical deadlines, incorporating solid time-management skills.

Required Qualifications

• B.S. Degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering (M.S. Degree preferred).
• 6+ years of experience, including the following:
  • Embedded C, C++
  • ARM processors with RTOS and bare-metal implementations
  • Low level communication protocols, such as USB, RS232, SPI, I2C, and CAN
  • Wireless communication protocols, such as Bluetooth, BLE or Wi-Fi
  • Secure boot implementation
• Safety-critical system code design (SIL3) is a plus.
• Prior experience with industrial wired networks is a plus.

Columbus McKinnon is a leading worldwide designer, manufacturer and marketer of intelligent motion solutions that move the world forward and improve lives by efficiently and ergonomically moving, lifting, positioning and securing materials. Key products include hoists, crane components, precision conveyor systems, rigging tools, light rail workstations and digital power and motion control systems. We are focused on commercial and industrial applications that require the safety and quality provided by our superior design and engineering know-how. Columbus McKinnon is a publicly traded company that has been in business for almost 150 years – proud of our heritage, where we come from, and where we’re going. As Columbus McKinnon grows globally, so does our need for driven and inspired employees. Join our winning team!

Columbus McKinnon Corporation promotes a diverse and inclusive workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other Federal or State legally-protected classes. We also value the safety of all associates and work hard to maintain a Drug Free Workplace.

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