Sr Staff Embedded Systems Engineer, WellnessWork Mode: Onsite
Location:Onsite 4 - Kohler, WI
OpportunityShape the future of at-homewellness-where water, hardware, firmware, and environment come together torestore, recover, and re-energize.
As a SeniorStaff Embedded Systems Engineer, you will turn emerging technologies into real,physical experiences - systems that can be felt, not just described. You willdefine architecture, build working solutions, and prove performance in theenvironments where it matters most. This is a role for a hands-on leader whocreates momentum through action, bringing Kohler's vision for elevated dailyrituals to life.
CoreResponsibilities- Lead by doing. Define systemrequirements, design, build, test, and refine working hardware and firmwarefrom first concept through validation, creating tangible wellness experiencesthat perform in the real world.
- Define system architecture.Architect robust, end-to-end embedded systems that unify electronics, firmware,sensing, and controls with water, steam, thermal, lighting, and air. Establishscalable platforms that enable consistent, elevated experiences acrossproducts.
- Engineer systems that are felt.Design and develop integrated hardware (PCBAs, control systems, sensornetworks, and electro-mechanical interfaces) that deliver comfort, precision,and reliability in demanding bathroom environments.
- Own electronics execution. Leadschematic design, PCB layout, component strategy, and bring-up, drivinghardware from concept into validated, production-ready systems.
- Design for real-world conditions.Create solutions that perform under heat, humidity, and water exposure, balancingdurability, safety, and long-term reliability through strong engineeringfundamentals.
- Integrate firmware with intent. Ensureresponsive, intuitive control, translating hardware capability into seamlessuser experience.
- Prototype the experience. Buildearly and test often using hands-on iteration to validate not only function,but how the system restores, relaxes, and performs.
- Prove feasibility. Bring clarity toambiguity, defining requirements, identifying risks, and validating solutionsthrough structured testing, tolerance analysis, and costed execution plans.
- Drive manufacturability. Translatecomplex systems into scalable, buildable solutions aligned with suppliercapability and production realities.
- Protect and create IP. Develophardware innovations that are both differentiated and defensible, strengtheningKohler's leadership in wellness.
- Stay ahead. Continuously exploreadvancements in sensing, control, and environmental systems to inform whatcomes next.
- Communicate withclarity. Deliver focused, technically grounded insights that acceleratedecisions and de-risk execution.
What SuccessLooks Like- Embedded systems that don't justfunction, but elevate daily ritual into meaningful wellness experiences
- Scalable platforms that bringconsistency and differentiation across product lines
- First-to-market innovations thatintegrate seamlessly into real environments
- Patented technologies that define Kohler's leadershipin wellness
Skills/Requirements - Bachelor's degree (or higher) inElectrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or equivalent
- 8-10+ years delivering consumerproduct NPD
- Hands-on builder with a strongsense of ownership and follow-through
- Deep expertise in embedded systems(electronics + firmware integration) including architecture and design ofcomplex electromechanical products
- Strong mixed-signal analog anddigital circuit design fundamentals
- Board-level design and validationof electronic circuits including component selection, schematic capture, andPCB layout (Altium preferred)
- Experience developing and leadingimplementation of test plans for hardware/firmware, and to ensure regulatorycompliance (EMC, FCC, CE, UL, etc)
- Real-time embedded systemsexperience with microprocessors and microcontrollers
- Demonstrated experience in firmwaredesign and documentation practices
- Strong knowledge in embedded C/C++and object-oriented programming
- Demonstrated knowledge andexperience in writing firmware for applications incorporating RTOS
- DfX and quality management methodologies(FMEA, DFMEA, DFM/DFA)
- Strong root cause analysis anddebugging capabilities of both hardware and firmware
Preferred- Power electronics and powerconversion
- Environmental sensing (temperature,humidity, flow, air)
- Connected systems (BLE, Wi-Fi,MQTT, Matter)
- Exposure tobiometrics or machine learning
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Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.We believe in supporting you from the moment you join us, which is why Kohler offers day 1 benefits. This means you'll have access to your applicable benefit programs from your first day on the job, with no waiting period. The salary range for this position is $118,650 - $183,650. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation.
