Embedded Firmware Engineer

The Embedded Firmware Engineer with Alliance Laundry Systems will focus on writing designing and testing embedded firmware for electronic controls for commercial laundry equipment. The products at Alliance are used globally in laundromats hotels hospitals universities apartment complexes fire stations and more. This position is based in Ripon WI.

• Develop firmware using C programming for the front-end control boards of washing machines washer extractors tumblers and dryers.
• Design and implement embedded firmware solutions to ensure reliable and efficient product functionality.
• Create detailed test specifications for embedded control systems.
• Collaborate with engineering labs to validate firmware on prototypes and production systems.
• Conduct root cause analysis and resolve issues in firmware to ensure reliable product performance.
• Work with embedded system peripherals such as UART I2C ADC PWM EEPROM and other components.
• Debug and optimize firmware to ensure efficient communication between components and peripherals.
• Write engineering change notifications (ECNs) to manage updates and improvements in firmware.
• Use change management tools like Git for version control and issue-tracking tools like YouTrack for efficient issue resolution.
• Participate in product development meetings feature definition sessions and pilot builds.
• Support manufacturing and production teams by resolving firmware-related issues during production.

Education & Experience

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science Software Engineering Electrical Engineering or related fields required.
• At least 5 years of experience in firmware development for embedded systems.
• Prior project management experience highly desirable.

Skills and Abilities

• Extensive knowledge and hands-on experience in C programming; knowledge of Lua and UI design tools (e.g. Storyboard) is a plus.
• Proficiency in embedded system peripherals: UART I2C Interrupt timers EEPROM ADC and PWM.
• Experience with Git for version control and YouTrack or similar issue-tracking tools.
• Strong debugging skills and familiarity with test-driven development.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to produce clear and comprehensive technical documentation to support firmware development and maintenance processes.
• Effective communication skills for collaboration across teams.
• Self-motivated detail-oriented and able to manage multiple tasks efficiently.

Alliance Team Members Demonstrate DRIVE:

• Dedicated: Follows through on commitments. Strong say/do.
• Respectful: Acts with integrity and values diverse perspective.
• Innovative: Always looking for a better way; leads change.
• Versatile: Adapts quickly to changing circumstances. Demonstrates agility.
• Engaged: Acts like an owner. Wants to create and grow a business which is tightly aligned with market needs.