Firmware Engineer II

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We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most. For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future. Ready to Power a Smarter World with us? The Firmware Engineer II is responsible for providing firmware for embedded controls systems used in new product development, new or enhancements to system features, and existing product firmware support where needed. This role will be specifically involved in helping the design and development of new controls or algorithms, and system testing both in the lab and on real products This role is onsite in our Waukesha WI Headquarters office. Major Responsibilities: Provide new product development support, specific to microprocessors/microcontrollers in the Industrial, Commercial, Residential and/or Retail generator or Power Tool product area. Designs, validates, and brings new products to market - specific responsibilities include designing and developing application software/firmware for embedded controllers in C, defining interface requirements, and creating firmware for communication interfaces and/or system algorithms Design of new control algorithms and performing Applications Engineering Develop new firmware or software modules, and maintain supporting documentation Create, design and develop test specifications for new systems and firmware/software. Conducts and evaluates test specification including testing firmware/hardware Take part in Design for Manufacturability and Design for Test Activities Collaborates with internal product development departments, and other core engineering teams such including engines, transfer switch's, alternators, and others as needed to specify interfaces and/or algorithms needed in controls for interface. Utilizes simulation tools as appropriate Creates and/or modifies design documentation Help troubleshoot designs Participate in design reviews Supporting product development plans (schedule, product cost, meeting design inputs) Occasional Travel to other Generac facilities and customer site visits as necessary Minimum Job Requirements: Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or directly related Engineering degree 2 years of experience with embedded programming using languages such as C, C++ Knowledge / Skills / Abilities: Ability to perform detail-oriented work with a high degree of accuracy Proficient oral and written communication Uses basic engineering principles Able to solve basic engineering problems, good decision-making skills Basic knowledge of communication protocols/hardware interface This position includes a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision plans; life, long-term disability, flexible spending and health savings accounts, accrued paid time off, 8 paid Holidays and 401(k) retirement benefits. Physical Demands : While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 - 50 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus. #LI-HR1 "We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law."

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