Tech Lead Architect – FW, FPGA
Job Summary
- Define firmware architecture for motion control systems.
- Architect and review HDL designs (VHDL/Verilog/SystemVerilog)
- Design FPGA-based real-time stacks (IO-Link EtherCAT PROFINET CANopen) with multi-axis synchronization.
- Architect SIL2/SIL3-compliant firmware per IEC 61508 / ISO 13849 including implementation of safety mechanisms
- Initialization and validation of hardware (board bring-up)
- Develop and lead a development team
- Provide architectural guidance to firmware and FPGA engineers.
- International collaboration in a global engineering network.
- As a Tech Lead/ Architect specializing in FPGA-based motion control systems. Your key focus areas include system and firmware architecture motion control algorithms (FOC torque/speed/position loops) industrial communication protocols (IO-Link EtherCAT CANopen PROFINET) with SIL2/SIL3 safety compliance and hardwarefirmware co-design. You excel at delivering deterministic scalable and safety-critical motion control solutions while leading FPGA development frameworks.
- 15 years in embedded firmware development for high-performance motion control systems (servo drives robotics industrial automation).
- Bachelors degree or equivalent experience in Electronics Engineering or related field.
- Hands on experience in VHDL; FPGA tool flows for Altera Max10 Altera Cyclone 10 Agilex 3 etc.
- Motion Control Algorithms: Knowledge on FOC torque/speed/position loops trajectory planning sensorless control techniques
- Industrial Communication: Knowledge on IO-Link EtherCAT CANopen PROFINET; deterministic multi-axis synchronization.
- Software & Embedded Skills: ARM/SoC integration real-time OS C/C VHDL development firmware debugging and optimization.
- RTOS/ non RTOS based firmware development.
- MATLAB/Simulink-based design for DSP algorithms.
- Functional Safety & Compliance: SIL2/SIL3 architectures IEC 61508 / ISO 13849 safe torque off (STO) redundant monitoring.
- Leadership & Strategic Skills: Leading cross-functional engineering teams mentoring senior engineers defining system-level architecture establishing scalable FPGA/firmware frameworks.
- Prior experience in the industrial/ factory automation or control systems industry.
- At Emerson we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued respected and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation collaboration and diverse perspectivesbecause we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship training or leadership opportunities we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.
- We recognize the importance of employee well-being. We prioritize providing competitive benefits plans a variety of medical insurance plans an Employee Assistance Program employee resource groups recognition and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal) vacation and holiday leave.
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