Embedded Systems Engineer
Magswitch Automation Company · Superior, Colorado, United States · $100K–$135K/yr
Automation Machinery Manufacturing · 51-200 employees
About the role
The Embedded Systems Engineer will serve as the technical owner for outsourced engineering, managing external partners and defining requirements for electromechanical and robotic products. Responsibilities include writing and debugging firmware, bringing up new hardware, and ensuring production-ready delivery of controls and connected-tool platforms.
What they look for
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field and possess at least five years of relevant experience. Proficiency in C/C++, embedded systems, and experience with motor and sensor integration are required.
Benefits
Full description
Department: Engineering
Reports to: Senior Engineering Manager Location: HQ Superior, CO
Salary Range: $100,000 - $135,000
Travel Requirement: Up to 20% domestic and international travel
Note: This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Embedded Systems Engineer will serve as the in-house technical owner for an outsourced embedded and electrical engineering strategy, responsible for defining requirements, selecting and managing external engineering partners, and ensuring delivery of production-ready firmware, electronics, controls, and connected-tool platforms for Magswitch electromechanical and robotic products.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Write, revise, and improve firmware for both new and existing hardware
- Bring up new boards and test firmware on real hardware
- Debug firmware issues using logs, scopes, and basic test tools
- Work with sensors, motors, I/O, and communication interfaces
- Support firmware testing for prototypes and production units
- Work with the sales team to help debug issues in the field
- Work closely with the overseas manufacturing team, including off-hours meetings
- Work with contractors and customers as needed
- Stay on track with project timelines and budgets
- Identify and promptly elevate any risk to project schedules and budgets to the manager
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field
- Minimum of five years of relevant experience
- Knowledgeable of embedded systems and programming C/C++
- Experience with motors, actuators, sensor integration, and electrically actuated tool or automation systems
- Ability to write and debug board-level drivers
- Experience with MCU peripherals, including SPI, I2C, ADCs, and GPIO
- Experience with MCU timers, interrupts, and DMA
- Experience debugging firmware using scopes, logic analyzers, and serial tools
- Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
- Effective communication and organizational skills
- Ability to test products hands-on and troubleshoot issues
- Ability to create internal andcustomer-facingdocumentation
- Ability to identify and understand relevant regulations and standards documents to ensure the product line meets all relevant standards and regulations
- Ability to make intuitive decisions based on proper discernment of ideas and options
- Possess strong verbal, written, and organizational skills essential to professional communication
- Ability to work ina fast-pacedenvironment
- Drive to expand THE TEAM’s knowledge and develop new skills
- International & Domestic Travel, Up to 20%
Nice to haves
- Ability to create and design electrical circuits, PCBs, and control schematics
- Knowledge or ability to program industrial robots and PLCs
- Experience with stepper motors and writing stepper motor drivers
- Experience with industrial automation protocols (Ethernet/IP,Profinet, EtherCAT, Modbus and CAN Open)
ABOUT US
Magswitch is a global leader in magnetic lifting solutions. We design and manufacture advanced magnet technologies that help industrial and automation customers improve material‑handling safety and efficiency. Our products are widely used in automotive assembly and other heavy-industry automation applications with manufacturing operations worldwide.
Compensation and Benefits
We offer a highly competitive compensation package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial security. Our comprehensive benefits include:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement plan with 401(k) matching
- Paid time off
- Paid leave programs
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Basic and Voluntary Life insurance
- Short- and Long-term disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
In accordance with Colorado law, the salary range disclosed for this role represents a good-faith estimate of the base compensation. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as experience, skills, and qualifications.
Magswitch is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws in every location where we operate. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, and termination.
