Kohler

Staff Engineer, Electronics & Embedded Firmware

Kohler$103K — $160K *
Consumer Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related from an ABET-accredited program
  • 6+ years of experience in related fields
  • Expertise in C, C++, and Python programming languages
  • Experience in firmware design and documentation practices
  • Knowledge of RTOS in firmware applications
  • Understanding of object-oriented programming principles
  • Familiarity with communication protocols like RS485, BLE, WiFi, and TCP/IP
  • Solid understanding of hardware schematics and microcontroller-based controls

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop firmware for new Kitchen and Bath products
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to document system and firmware requirements
  • Maintain and update existing products throughout their life cycle
  • Document system firmware architectures
  • Write firmware for device control systems and interfaces
  • Verify and support firmware release to production
  • Utilize debugging tools like emulators and oscilloscopes
  • Engage in special technical projects as needed by the department

Benefits

  • Day one access to benefit programs with no waiting period
  • Comprehensive benefits package from the start of employment
Full Job Description
Staff Engineer, Electronics & Embedded Firmware

Work Mode: Onsite

Location:Onsite, four days per week -Kohler, WI

SpecificResponsibilities:
  • Responsible for the design, development, verification, and maintenance of firmware to enable new Kitchen and Bath products.
  • Work with cross-functional teams to develop system and firmware requirements for new products. Document these requirements appropriately.
  • Support the maintenance and updates for existing products throughout the product life cycle.
  • Develop and document system firmware architectures.
  • Write firmware for use in device control systems, user interfaces, data acquisition devices, sensor interfaces and communication modules.
  • Support the verification and release to production.
  • Use tools such as emulators, debuggers, oscilloscopes to debug and verify proper operation of system firmware.
  • Work in a team environment to develop firmware requirements, architecture, and structure.
  • Work on special projects as dictated by the needs of the department. These projects will be technical in nature.


Skills/Requirements

  • A minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited (or equivalent) institution is required.
  • 6+ years of experience in Electrical Engineering, Computer, or Computer Science Engineering.
  • Expert level knowledge of the following programming languages: C, C++, Python.
  • Demonstrated experience in firmware design and documentation practices.
  • Demonstrated experience in writing firmware for applications incorporating RTOS.
  • Demonstrated understanding of object oriented programming.
  • Experience with wired and wireless communication protocols: RS485, BLE, WiFi, TCP/IP.
  • Good understanding of Hardware including schematics and microcontroller based controls.
  • Good organizational capability and high attention to detail.
  • Ability to work on multiple tasks in a timely fashion with minimal supervision.
  • Development of firmware in a professional, team-oriented environment.

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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 $103,900 - $160,000. 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.

About Kohler

Kohler is a manufacturing company that produces a variety of products, including plumbing fixtures, furniture, and engines. The company was founded in 1873 and is headquartered in Kohler, Wisconsin. Kohler is known for its high-quality products and has been recognized with numerous awards for design and innovation. The company is family-owned and has a strong commitment to sustainability, with a goal of achieving net-zero environmental impact by 2035. Kohler has operations in more than 50 countries and employs over 30,000 people worldwide.
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