Emerson is hiring a Senior Firmware Engineer in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. This individual contributor role leads the development of Ethernet-based industrial communication protocols and is responsible for the full firmware lifecycle, applying secure development practices from the start.
What You'll Do
- Lead ethernet-based industrial communication protocol domain and respective development projects.
- Own firmware project activities: writing requirements, coding in C and C++, unit testing, code reviewing, static analysis, and debugging.
- Work independently on assignments with minimal supervision.
- Select appropriate tools, technologies, and platforms for product development and testing.
- Establish guidelines and best practices to ensure an effective development process.
- Work in a structured, agile environment on functional and conformance testing.
- Develop proof of concepts to confirm protocol specifications and design architecture.
- Apply cybersecurity-by-design principles following the IEC/ISA 62443 methodology, including threat modeling and risk assessment.
What We're Looking For
- A Bachelor's or Master's degree with 5+ years of experience in embedded firmware development using Embedded C/C++.
- Working experience with any ethernet-based communication protocols (such as TCP/IP, OPC-UA, Ethernet/IP, HART-IP, or Profinet).
- Proficiency in multi-tasking/multi-threading environments using an embedded RTOS.
- Strong knowledge of C++ and Object-Oriented Programming concepts.
- Robust analysis and problem-solving skills, quick learning ability, self-direction, and creative problem-solving.
- Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States (no sponsorship provided).
Nice to Have
- A degree in Electrical, Electronics, Electronics & Communication, Computer, or Instrumentation Engineering.
- Work experience with any industrial communication protocol.
- Knowledge of HTTP/HTTPS server and protocol.
Technical Stack
- C, C++, Embedded C/C++
- TCP/IP, HART/HART-IP, OPC-UA, Ethernet-IP, Profinet, HTTP/HTTPS
- Embedded RTOS
Team & Environment
You will report directly to the Senior Engineering Manager - Communication Technologies.
Benefits & Compensation
- Flexible, competitive benefits plans
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401(k) plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee resource groups
- Recognition programs
- Flexible time off plans
- Paid parental leave (maternal and paternal)
- Vacation and holiday leave
Work Mode
This is an onsite position based in Eden Prairie, Minnesota.
Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration 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.
