METER Group Inc. is looking for a Firmware Engineer Intern to work with one of our multidisciplinary development teams. This individual will work as a member of a team to design analyze program debug and modify firmware for scientific instrumentation and test equipment. The ideal candidate will be working towards or have a B.S. in Computer Science Computer Engineering or a related field. Ideally we are looking for someone who can work fulltime hours during the summer. Parttime work may be available during the school year (at least ten hours per week).
Our development teams design products used in research agricultural and environmental sensing applications across the globe. Firmware Engineer Interns at METER get the opportunity to help solve meaningful problems and write code that is used in actual products. If that sounds appealing to you we encourage you to apply.
This role works from our Pullman WA office.
We anticipate filling this position in the salary range of $18 $23 per hour. We are open to reviewing additional candidates with more or less experience; the pay range may differ if filled at a different level. Our offer will be based on jobrelated factors such as candidate experience training knowledge and skills.
Responsibilities: - Analyze design program debug and modify embedded firmware using C and C programming languages
- Contribute to and maintain highquality design and user documentation
- Collaborate and communicate with coworkers and development partners regarding firmware design status project progress and issue resolution
Minimum Qualifications:
- At least a junior at a local university studying in a relevant a similar field (candidates not located within the area wont be considered).
- Experience in hardwareoriented microprocessor firmware development
- Excellent programming and debugging skills in C language
- Able to read and interpret PCB schematics and layouts for lowlevel driver development (I2C SPI UART DMA Timers etc.
- Experience with electrical tools (oscilloscopes logic analyzers multimeters and soldering)
- Able to communicate effectively among a crossfunctional team
Preferred Qualifications:
- Scripting experience (Python preferred)
- Experience with revision control systems (i.e. git etc.
- Willingness to remain on the Palouse for a career after college.
Work environment Typical office environment with computer workstation. Some travel to client sites may be required.
Physical requirements Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds over short distances as needed. Sitting for extended periods of time bending twisting and other movement consistent with office environments.
To Apply for This Position: We ask all applicants to apply through our website at Jobs At METER Group. If your interests qualifications and experience match any of our openings please apply for that position so that you are considered immediately. We communicate with all applicants. If you do not receive an email response about your application please check your SPAM folder or reach out to us at
Intern Benefits at METER Group:
- 11 Paid Holidays per year (must work the day before and after to qualify for holiday pay) including: New Years Day Presidents Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Thanksgiving (Thursday and Friday) Christmas Eve Christmas Day Day after Christmas.
- Sick Leave that accumulates one hour for every 40 hours worked. Sick Leave may be used for nonillness situations such as vacation.
- Employeepaid traditional and ROTH 401k options are available
- When METER is profitable employees enjoy a profit sharing bonus paid out each quarter; must be employed on the last day of the quarter to qualify.
About METER Group: In the early 1980s METER Group was founded by worldrenowned soil physicist Dr. Gaylon Campbell. Gaylon knew researchers needed simpletouse sensors and smarter data intelligence to improve their research. 40 years later were still leading the way in the advancement of IoT sensing and data technology and worldclass lab instrumentation. Were always looking for ways to improve how researchers turn data into insights. Scientists growers and engineers worldwide depend on METER systems for deeper understanding of critical issues with global impact such as water and food shortages environmental disasters and climate change. At METER Group were building the systems needed to mitigate these and other issues facing our planet. We need your help to find innovative and effective solutions to some of the worlds most challenging problems. Learn more about what its like to work at METER Group: Groups headquarters are located in Eastern Washington with unmatched quality of life. Enjoy the smaller town life: no traffic country space great schools safe neighborhoods and easy access to recreational activities in nearby mountains rivers and forests. All this plus the advantages of two major universities within eight miles of METER Group (Washington State University and the University of Idaho) and the associated events and activities make for a great living situation.
| Required Experience:
Intern