Entry Embedded Systems Engineer

Emerson Electric - Round Rock, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

Remote - Round Rock, TX

Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing

About the position

The Entry Embedded Systems Engineer at Emerson Automation Solutions will play a crucial role in developing and implementing hardware solutions for FPGA and microprocessor-based embedded systems. This position involves collaboration with a multi-functional team to ensure products meet functional, cost, and reliability requirements, contributing to innovative process automation systems that enhance efficiency and sustainability in various industries.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and development of complex digital systems, including component selection, schematic capture, PCB layout, and FPGA integration.
• Conduct feasibility studies and design analyses to assess system performance, reliability, and manufacturability.
• Collaborate with senior engineers to drive the resolution of technical challenges and implement innovative solutions to optimize product performance and efficiency.
• Perform testing and validation to ensure consistency with design requirements and industry standards.
• Keep informed about new developments in embedded systems design and incorporate these advancements into design processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field
• Familiarity with embedded hardware concepts, including circuit design, PCB layout, and embedded communication protocols (e.g., SPI, I2C, UART)
• Basic knowledge of digital design, FPGA development, and hardware description languages such as VHDL or Verilog
• Basic understanding of embedded programming languages like C/C++ for testing and debugging
• Experience with CAD tools for schematic capture and PCB layout (e.g., Altium, Eagle, OrCAD)

Nice-to-haves

• Co-op or internship experience working on embedded systems
• Exposure to high-speed digital design, signal integrity principles, and component selection for complex embedded systems
• Basic knowledge of scripting languages (e.g., Python or TCL) for test automation
• Familiarity with HDL simulation tools such as ModelSim, Vivado, or Quartus
• Experience with lab testing equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and signal generators.
• Experience with developing products using Agile methodology
• Understanding or experience with Distributed Control Systems or Safety Instrumented Systems

Benefits

• Flexible remote work option up to three days a week
• Variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee resource groups
• Recognition programs
• Flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave, vacation, and holiday leave