Provider of electrical distribution solutions for utilities, industries, and infrastructure worldwide.
Develop embedded C/C++ firmware for low-power microprocessor controls.
5 days ago ago
$94,100 - $124,656
Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Franklin, WI
Hybrid
Company Size
2,900 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Design
Technical Services
Project Management
Consulting
Turnkey
Sector Specialisms
Commercial
Industrial
Energy
Renewable Energy
Power Quality
Electric Utilities
Grid Automation
Distribution Automation
Role
Description
unit testing
firmware design
embedded firmware
test tools
verification
agile scrum
Investigate new technologies and create design documents as necessary.
Collaborate with hardware and test engineers to support verification and validation of products at the module level and system level.
Create, execute, and automate Unit Tests.
Design embedded application firmware for microprocessor-based fault interrupting controls.
Contribute to the development of architecture design, software specifications, project schedules, task and project completion time estimates, and test plans.
Develop embedded C/C++ firmware for low power designs, including hardware device drivers.
Work with product management and field services to resolve firmware-related customer issues.
Review and implement product requirements.
Participate in Agile scrum meetings and peer reviews of source code.
Develop and support PC-based engineering test tools as needed.
Requirements
c/c++
embedded linux
rtos
jira
bs degree
signal processing
Experience with signal processing (FFT, DFT, waveform analysis) and actuator/motor control is a plus.
Continuous learner and self-starter.
Experience with embedded Linux, Zephyr, or other real time operating systems is a plus.
Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
5-7 years of experience developing C/C++ firmware applications and device drivers for low power designs.
Experience with configuration management/process tools: Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket/Git.
Technical leadership abilities with good interpersonal skills.
BS degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent.
Experience in one or more of the following areas is preferred: electric grid automation and/or control for utility applications, peer-to-peer communications techniques, wired and wireless communications experience (Ethernet, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi).
Experience working with and writing drivers for common peripherals and interconnects, such as GPIO, I2C, SPI, ADC, DAC, UART, DMA, flash memory.
Familiarity with real-time operation and low power microprocessor modes.
Experience with digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers.
Demonstrated working knowledge of programming principles in C/C++ and Python.
Embedded software development experience with and without an operating system.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Company
Overview
Since 1909
Founded Year
The company has a century-long history of innovation in electrical distribution solutions.
Millions worldwide
Customers Served
Ensures safer, more reliable, and efficient power delivery to a global customer base.
Specializes in providing advanced power grid solutions for utilities, industries, and infrastructure.
Offers products and services for power reliability, automation, and smart grid technology.
Focuses on helping clients enhance their electrical infrastructure while minimizing downtime and maximizing performance.
Known for pioneering work in integrating renewable energy sources into the grid.
Long history of creating breakthrough technologies to improve grid resilience and energy efficiency.
Has a global presence, providing expertise in the energy, utility, and industrial sectors.
Culture + Values
100% ESOP
Employee Ownership Since 2012
The company has been 100% employee share-owned (ESOP) since 2012, fostering a culture of ownership and teamwork.
11 Years Tenure
Average U.S. Team Member Tenure
U.S. team members have an average tenure of 11 years, which is significantly higher than the manufacturing industry average.
Top Workplace
Consistently Ranked
Ranked as a Top Workplace for six years in Chicago and four years in the USA Today Top 100.
Personal Integrity
Respect for People
Commitment to Excellence
Responsible Stewardship
Regular anonymous employee feedback, merit-based pay, awards programs, extensive career development and leadership training
Commitment to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes by 2050.
78% reduction
GHG Emission Intensity
Significant reduction in greenhouse gas emission intensity since 2014 baseline.
81% reduction
GHG Emission Intensity
Updated figures showing an 81% reduction in greenhouse gas emission intensity since 2014 baseline, reported in November 2024.
B score
CDP Climate Change Survey
Achieved a B score in the CDP 2023 Climate Change survey, reflecting strong sustainability performance.
Three U.S. buildings LEED-certified; new 275,000 sq ft Palatine facility designed for LEED and EV charging.
Interim targets: reduce natural gas use by 30% by 2030 vs 2014; reduce SF₆ gas emissions by 89%; Scope 1 net zero roadmap shows 95% reduction by 2040–2050.
100% of global electricity for manufacturing powered by renewables since 2020.
Purchased RECs since 2012; zero Scope 2 market-based emissions since 2020.
Awarded SSCA Responsible Supply Chain Case Study Award 2024 and Landfill-Free Initiative 2023 for decarbonization and waste-management leadership.
Inclusion & Diversity
Top Ranked
Workplace Recognition
Ranked as a top workplace in the U.S. and Canada across general and manufacturing categories.
Annual tracking and reporting of DE&I progress, with global workforce goals
Recruitment through partnerships with diverse suppliers (minority‑ and woman‑owned, local, small businesses)
Country‑level recognition in Canada: Best Workplaces in Ontario, Canada’s Best Workplaces in Manufacturing
Culture built on inclusive environment where team members can bring authentic selves and share unique ideas