Lead a team to design, develop, and optimize firmware for motion control systems while overseeing testing, documentation, and performance evaluation.
Copley Controls is a leading innovator in the field of motion control products, dedicated to delivering high-performance solutions for a wide range of industries, including robotics, automation, aerospace, and more. Our commitment to excellence and cutting-edge technology drives us to continuously push the boundaries of what is possible. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Embedded Firmware Engineering Manager to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in real-time embedded systems and firmware development and experience leading a small team of firmware engineers. As an Embedded Firmware Engineering Manager, you will play a critical role in leading the development, design, testing, and optimization of firmware for our advanced motion control systems.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Contribute individually and direct a small team (2-4) of firmware engineers to design, develop, test, and maintain firmware for motion control products, ensuring high performance, reliability, and scalability.
- Manage and mentor the firmware engineering team to achieve project goals in alignment with Analogic/Copley Controls core values.
- Work independently and collaborate with cross-functional teams, including hardware engineers, software developers, and applications engineers to define firmware requirements and specifications.
- Oversee the implementation and optimization of control algorithms for various motion control applications, such as motor control, servo systems, and robotics.
- Conduct/Oversee thorough testing and debugging of firmware to ensure that functionality and performance meet or exceed product requirements.
- Develop and maintain documentation for firmware design, implementation, and testing processes. Set and maintain expectations for best practices related to these processes including with Jira and version control systems (e.g., Bitbucket, Git).
- Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to ensure high-quality code and adherence to best practices.
- Support the integration of firmware with hardware and software components and help to lead troubleshooting efforts to resolve any issues that arise.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities to enhance firmware development processes and methodologies.
- Stay up to date with the latest advancements in embedded systems, development tools, motion control technologies, and industry standards.
Education, Work Experience, Skills and Competencies Requirements:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
- 10+ years’ proven experience in firmware development with real-time embedded systems, preferably in the motion control industry.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively lead small teams in developing embedded firmware
- Proficiency in programming languages such as C/C++, Verilog, Python.
- Strong understanding of FPGA and/or microprocessor architectures, peripherals, and communication protocols (e.g., UART, SPI, CANopen, EtherCAT).
- Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) and embedded development tools (e.g., debuggers, emulators, oscilloscopes).
- Familiarity with hardware design principles and the ability to read and interpret schematics and datasheets.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Experience with motor control technologies, such as brushless DC motors, stepper motors, and servo systems is preferred.
- Knowledge of control theory and experience with implementing control algorithms for motion control applications is a plus.
- Knowledge of Functional Safety requirements, standards and regulatory requirements related to motion control products is a plus.
What We Offer
We appreciate that our employees work diligently to contribute to our success as an organization. We also recognize the importance of work-life balance and therefore developed a competitive total rewards package including programs that offer employees flexibility to balance their work and life including:
- 9/80 work schedule – enjoy every other Friday off!
- Flexible Vacation – employees can take time off as is reasonably needed
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance and disability plans.
- HRA (for PPO plan participants) /HSA (Health Savings Account for high deductible plan participants) contribution
- 401K with company match and immediate vesting
- Continuous Education Assistance
- Supportive culture that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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